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Job Opening : Senior Cyber Security Engineer

This role is based in Dublin, Ireland

About the Role:

Due to rapid expansion the company is now seeking to hire a Cybersecurity Engineer as part our dedicated cyber security team. You will report directly to the Head of Cyber Security and will provide support to internal and external customers on all cyber security matters, working closely with IT operations, development teams, and business stakeholders across the organisation. You will also be heavily involved in deployment and configuration of new technologies across the business as we look to continue to improve our estate.

Key Responsibilities:

This role will focus on the following responsibilities and tasks, but this list is not exhaustive:

Security Infrastructure & Architecture

  • Design, implement, and maintain security architectures across cloud and on-premises environments

  • Configure and manage security tools including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, SIEM platforms, and endpoint protection solutions

  • Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration testing

  • Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and technical standards

Incident Response & Threat Management

  • Monitor security events and investigate potential security incidents

  • Lead incident response activities including containment, eradication, and recovery

  • Perform digital forensics analysis when required

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams during security incidents

  • Maintain and update incident response playbooks

Risk Assessment & Compliance

  • Conduct regular risk assessments and security audits

  • Ensure compliance with relevant regulations (GDPR, SOX, FedRAMP, etc.)

  • Develop and deliver security awareness training programs

  • Support compliance audits and assessments

Security Operations

  • Implement and maintain identity and access management systems

  • Manage security configurations for networks, systems, and applications

  • Develop automation scripts for security processes and monitoring

  • Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity or information security roles

  • Experience with enterprise security tools and technologies

Technical Skills

  • Strong knowledge of network security protocols and technologies (TCP/IP, VPN, SSL/TLS)

  • Proficiency with security tools such as SIEM platforms, vulnerability scanners, and forensics tools

  • Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, or GCP)

  • Knowledge of operating systems security (Windows, Linux, macOS)

  • Understanding of application security principles and secure coding practices

  • Familiarity with security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls)

Certifications (One or more preferred)

  • CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)

  • CISM (Certified Information Security Manager)

  • CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)

  • GCIH (GIAC Certified Incident Handler)

  • CompTIA Security+

  • Cloud security certifications (AWS Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Advanced degree in Cybersecurity or related field

  • Experience in regulated industries (healthcare, finance, government)

  • Scripting and automation experience (Python, PowerShell, Bash)

  • Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and tools

  • Experience with threat intelligence platforms

  • Understanding of privacy regulations and data protection requirements

The ideal candidate

We have a strong company culture of openness and transparency. We aim for a fun working environment where our people enjoy their work and strive to do their very best for our clients and the business.

The ideal candidate for this role will be a strong self-starter with the following attributes:

Key Competencies

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

  • Ability to work under pressure during security incidents

  • Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills

  • Continuous learning mindset to stay current with evolving threats

  • Collaborative approach to working with technical and non-technical stakeholders

How to Apply

Via Easy Apply on LinkedIn or send your cv to mdurcan@corasystems.com