Cyber Security Specialist

We are looking for a skilled Cybersecurity Specialist to strengthen our security operations by establishing security standards, performing security assessments, and managing our SIEM system. This role requires a strategic mindset—first designing a protection framework, then attempting to break it, and iterating to continuously improve security.

The ideal candidate will be well-versed in Elastic stack, cloud computing security best practices (Google Cloud, AWS, etc.), and a mix of Blue Team (80%) and Red Team (20%) activities.

Key Responsibilitie

• sResearch emerging cybersecurity threats and recommend improvements to security policies
• .Continuously conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and mitigate security weaknesses
• .Perform security audits to ensure compliance with industry best practices and hardening standards
• .Conduct ad hoc secure code reviews to detect and fix vulnerabilities
• .Configure, analyze, and respond to security threats using multiple security data sources (firewalls, antivirus, IDS, SIEM, SAST, DAST)
• .Investigate security incidents and threats to improve security response
• .Develop and maintain security solutions supporting automation (e.g., SIEM systems, vulnerability management platforms, and security-as-code frameworks)
• .Collaborate with security teams, business units, and IT teams to mitigate risks
• .Manage and execute secure development, security training, and phishing awareness programs
• .Support the team with other security-related tasks as required

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Qualifications & Experien

ceRequire

• d:Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related fiel
• d.Passion for cybersecurity and a strong commitment to security best practice
• s.Hands-on experience in security operations, incident response, and penetration testing (web applications & infrastructure
• ).Proficiency with security tools such as SIEM, vulnerability scanners, IDS/IPS, SAST, DAST, and configuration automation tool
• s.Strong understanding of Linux, Windows, and iOS operating system
• s.Experience in cloud security best practices (AWS, Azure, GCP
• ).Experience working in containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes) and familiarity with the GitOps (Infrastructure as Code) approach (Ansible, Terraform, Helm charts
• ).Python for security automatio
• n.Ability to document and clearly communicate technical detail
• s.Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skill
• s.Self-motivated, disciplined, and able to work independentl
• y.Proficiency in English (verbal and written) as the primary language of communicatio

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Preferr

• ed:Cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CEH, OSCP, CISSP, CompTIA Security
• +).Experience with Scala, JavaScript, Kubernetes, CI/CD, and modern IT security challeng

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Benef

• its:Annual vacation - 5 calendar we
• eks;Health insura
• nce;Training and conferences supp
• ort;Unlimited access to Udemy online learning cour
• ses;Laptop, mobile phone and line covered by the comp
• any;Flexible in remote and office w
• ork;Akropole discount c
• ard;Free parking at Akropole and partially covered parking fee at Jauna Teika Off
• ice;Referral prog
• ram;Annual incentive bonus, at the company's discret