Cyber Defence Engineer
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Desired skills:
Detection, response, security, forensics, defence, threat-hunting
Security Operations Engineer
Location: Dublin
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: €70,000 - €85,000
A leading financial services organisation is expanding its security engineering team to strengthen its internal IT and operational security posture. The role focuses on hands-on detection, response, and mitigation of threats across internal systems, endpoints, and network environments.
1. Monitor and respond to security alerts from endpoint, network, and server security tools.
2. Perform vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and configuration reviews on internal systems.
3. Assist in the design, deployment, and tuning of security controls across firewalls, EDR, SIEM, and network devices.
4. Investigate security incidents, conduct root cause analysis, and recommend remediation.
5. Collaborate with IT, infrastructure, and application teams to secure internal systems and maintain secure configurations.
6. Maintain technical documentation, including repeatable processes and incident response playbooks.
7. Research emerging threats, attack techniques, and security tools relevant to the finance sector.
Who You Are
8. 3+ years experience in hands-on security engineering, SOC, or network security operations.
9. Strong understanding of Windows, Linux, and network security fundamentals.
10. Experience with endpoint security tools, SIEM platforms, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.
11. Knowledge of common attack vectors, vulnerability management, and remediation practices.
12. Scripting experience in Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
13. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail; curiosity for tracking down threats and misconfigurations.
Preferred
14. Security certifications such as Security+, eJPT, CEH, or OSCP.
15. Experience in financial services or highly regulated environments.
16. Familiarity with Active Directory, LDAP, and identity-based security controls.
17. Understanding of network segmentation, firewalls, and advanced logging/monitoring strategies.
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