Security analyst

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We’re looking for a Level 2 Security Analyst to join our Cybersecurity Defence Centre, with experience in advanced threat analysis, incident response, and forensic investigation.

This role is key to protecting our clients against sophisticated cyber threats, coordinating critical incident responses, and enhancing detection capabilities through continuous improvement and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

🔹 Advanced Threat Analysis

• Perform deep-dive investigations of complex incidents
• Assess sophistication and business impact compared to Tier 1

🔹 Specialised Escalation & Coordination

• Manage high-severity incidents and escalate to expert teams
• Coordinate mitigation and recovery efforts

🔹 Forensic Investigation

• Conduct root cause analysis and gather evidence for legal or compliance purposes

🔹 Detection Rule Development

• Create and fine-tune detection signatures, rules, and behavioral profiles

🔹 Technical Advisory

• Support Tier 1 analysts and clients with expert guidance on complex cases

🔹 Tool Optimisation

• Propose improvements to security tools and configurations

🔹 Security Policy Review

• Evaluate and update security policies to align with best practices

🔹 Training & Knowledge Sharing

• Deliver ongoing training to Tier 1 and other technical teams

🔹 Threat Intelligence Integration

• Use threat intel to enhance early detection and response capabilities

🔹 Internal Collaboration

• Work closely with risk, compliance, and technical support teams

🔹 Executive Reporting

• Prepare clear and concise incident reports for decision-makers

🔹 Continuous Improvement

• Identify and implement enhancements to incident response processes

🔹 Vulnerability Analysis

• Conduct assessments and support remediation efforts

🔹 Cybersecurity Drills

• Participate in advanced exercises to test and improve team readiness

Required Skills

✅ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

✅ Excellent communication (written and verbal)

✅ Deep understanding of cybersecurity concepts and best practices

✅ Ability to multitask, prioritize, and perform under pressure

✅ Solid knowledge of TCP/IP and malicious traffic detection

✅ Experience with SIEM tools (IBM QRadar, Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, Chronicle)

✅ Experience with EDR tools (MS Defender, Symantec, CrowdStrike Falcon, etc.)

✅ Familiarity with network components and operations

✅ Experience in incident, problem, and change management

✅ Knowledge of operating systems and basic scripting

Nice to Have

🎓 Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Networking, or related field

🎓 Industry certifications (not mandatory but valued):

• AZ-500, SC-100, SC-200
• CISSP, GCIA, GCIH, ECIH, CySA, CISA
• CompTIA Security+, Network+

Location

📍 Preferred: Málaga

📍 Also considered: Asturias

What will you love about working here?

✨ Onboarding support through our Buddies program

✨ 24 vacation days + 2 personal days + December 24 & 31 off + option to buy up to 7 extra days

✨ Remote work from another country for up to 45 days/year (FlexAbroad)

✨ Continuous learning with access to platforms like Coursera, Udemy, Pluralsight, Harvard Manager Mentor, Education First, and more

✨ Certifications, career paths, and professional development programs

Why Capgemini?

Capgemini is a global leader in transforming and managing businesses by harnessing the power of technology.

We are driven by the purpose of creating an inclusive and sustainable future, powered by those who make it possible.

With over 360,000 professionals in 50 countries and 55 years of experience, we are a responsible, ethical, and diverse company that invests in talent and continuous development.

Rewrite your future.

Join the team!