Cybersecurity Infrastructure Senior Engineer – Banking & Financial Sector
Candidates Must Reside in Barcelona
Our client is a leading multinational financial institution, renowned for its innovative approach to banking and financial services. As a trusted partner in the global financial market, the company is committed to enhancing its security posture and driving technological advancement. They are currently seeking a highly skilled Cybersecurity Infrastructure Senior Engineer to join their dynamic team and play a pivotal role in securing their digital transformation.
Key Responsibilities:
• Join a dynamic, globally distributed team within a leading multinational financial institution, playing a key role in aligning technology with business objectives to drive future innovation.
• Manage relationships with external cybersecurity service providers, ensuring smooth collaboration and optimal service delivery to protect critical assets.
• Lead the response to security incidents, coordinating internal teams and ensuring timely resolution to mitigate risks to the organization’s infrastructure.
• Design and administer advanced security architectures for cloud environments, particularly within Microsoft Azure, ensuring secure and compliant cloud infrastructure tailored to the financial sector’s needs.
• Oversee the deployment of Microsoft security solutions, specifically Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft Defender, to protect the organization’s digital assets from emerging threats.
• Manage and configure Microsoft Defender products, establishing strong security policies and monitoring alerts to ensure comprehensive protection across the organization’s digital ecosystem.
• Continuously monitor and assess key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate the effectiveness of security services and drive ongoing improvements to maintain a robust security posture.
• Provide expert guidance and support to internal stakeholders on cybersecurity issues, enhancing the organization’s overall security and risk management strategies.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of security policies and processes, ensuring compliance with financial industry regulations and the latest cybersecurity best practices.
• Conduct regular service reviews with external partners, identifying areas for optimization and ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate closely with internal IT and cybersecurity teams to enhance threat detection and incident response capabilities, fostering a proactive security culture within the organization.
Skills & Experience:
• Extensive experience in managing third-party cybersecurity service providers, with a specialized focus on the financial sector, as well as managing Security Operations Centers (SOC) and Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services.
• Advanced expertise in Microsoft Azure security technologies, particularly Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender XDR, and Azure Security Center, along with hands-on experience in designing and securing cloud-based infrastructure.
• Proven ability to lead security incident response efforts, ensuring rapid coordination and resolution across multiple teams while maintaining full compliance with industry standards.
• In-depth understanding of threat detection frameworks and methodologies, including the application of MITRE ATT&CK and Cyber Kill Chain principles to strengthen threat intelligence and incident management strategies.
• Strong knowledge of security compliance requirements specific to the financial industry, including ISO 27001, NIST, and other relevant regulatory frameworks, with the ability to adapt these standards to evolving cybersecurity needs.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both technical teams and senior business leaders, ensuring alignment between cybersecurity strategies and organizational goals.
• Relevant certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), along with expertise in cloud security operations and threat mitigation.
• A proactive, solution-oriented mindset, skilled at identifying and addressing complex security challenges and developing innovative solutions to enhance organizational security measures.
• Fluency in English, enabling seamless communication in global, multi-cultural teams and driving cross-border cybersecurity initiatives.