Security Engineer (80-100% - all identities and backgrounds*) in Lausanne

Spitch
Lausanne, Switzerland
6 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English, French, German
Experience level
Junior

Job location

Lausanne, Switzerland

Tech stack

JavaScript
Microsoft Windows
Azure
Computer Security
Computer Programming
Python
NetFlow
Powershell
Kusto Query Language
Shell Script
Security Information and Event Management
TCP/IP
Scripting (Bash/Python/Go/Ruby)
Computer Network Technologies
Mitre Att&ck
Information Technology
Microsoft Sentinel
Splunk
Go

Job description

For this role, we are primarily looking for junior to professional profiles. If security is your bread and butter and you do not yet meet every requirement listed below, we still encourage you to apply. We are committed to supporting your development and helping you grow into the role. You will become a problem solver and puzzler in the IT Security Fieldwork and work closely with universities and research institutions in the French-speaking part of Switzerland.

In this role, you will:

  • Monitor, analyze, triage, and respond to security events and incidents affecting universities and research institutions in Switzerland
  • Investigate alerts using SIEM tools and other security platforms and coordinate escalation or response measures where needed
  • Act as an Incident Handler within the SOC and periodically take on responsibilities as a CERT member during office hours
  • Support universities during cyber incidents by providing hands-on incident response, guidance and clear communication
  • Contribute to strengthening the security posture of client environments by identifying vulnerabilities, recommending improvements and supporting implementation
  • Develop, tune and maintain detection rules to improve visibility and threat detection capabilities
  • Analyze current cyber threat landscapes relevant to higher education and translate findings into actionable recommendations for clients
  • Improve internal SOC/CERT processes through automation, documentation and optimization of workflows
  • Plan and facilitate security workshops, awareness sessions and meetings with stakeholders from universities and research institutes
  • Collaborate and share knowledge within national and international CERT communities

Requirements

  • An apprenticeship or a degree in Computer Science (FH/HF) or an equivalent qualification
  • Initial professional experience in roles such as System Engineer, Security Engineer, Penetration Tester or Forensics Specialist
  • Strong interest in modern cybersecurity concepts and a willingness to continuously learn
  • Knowledge of security frameworks and tools such as MITRE ATT&CK, MISP or OpenCTI
  • Hands-on experience or familiarity with SIEM and security tools (e.g. Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, OpenSearch, Microsoft Defender, KQL)
  • Basic understanding of Windows (including Azure) and/or Linux/Unix environments
  • Scripting or programming skills (e.g. PowerShell, Python, ShellScript, Go, JavaScript)
  • Understanding of network technologies (e.g. NetFlow, TCP/IP)
  • Professional proficiency in French and English (must-have) and ideally German
  • enjoy working in an environment where everyone leverages others
  • Understanding that communication and to transport innovation to humans is as important as technology
  • Not required, but we'd love it if you also bring some of the following skills:
  • Relevant cybersecurity experience in a SOC, CERT or similar environment
  • Microsoft certifications (e.g. SC-200, SC-900)

About the company

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