Defensive Security Engineer - Barcelona

Since 2011, SQUAD Group has been a key player in the cybersecurity landscape. We partner with leading organizations to protect their information systems through a comprehensive 360° offering of consulting, integration, expertise, and managed services.

Our mission: Securing Together!

We believe in a collaborative approach to cybersecurity, where experts and clients work hand-in-hand to anticipate threats and protect critical infrastructure.

As part of our growing team, we're seeking a Defensive Security Engineer. Based in Barcelona, this role will put you at the core of a top-tier Incident Response team, defending the digital assets of a company that connects hundreds of millions of people every month.

Your Responsibilities

As a member of the Incident Response team, your mission will be to strengthen the defensive posture and ensure an effective response to any potential threat.

• Actively participate in the entire incident response lifecycle, from preparation and detection to containment, eradication, and recovery.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of incident response policies, playbooks, and escalation procedures.
• Collaborate on the management and optimization of defensive security technologies, including EDR, SIEM, DLP, and NIDS.
• Gather and analyze threat intelligence to enhance detection and prevention efforts.
• Work closely with the SOC team and other security departments to ensure alignment and operational efficiency.
• Prepare regular reports on incidents and alerts, sharing valuable insights to drive improvements in security controls.

Who We're Looking For

• You have experience as a security analyst with a proven track record of resolving incidents in large-scale enterprise environments.
• You're proficient with security tools like EDR, SIEM, and NIDS.
• You have a strong understanding of AWS Cloud security technologies and controls (SCPs, Security Groups, IAM, etc.).
• You are familiar with security frameworks and methodologies such as MITRE ATT&CK, ENISA, or NIST.
• You have solid knowledge of security for networks, protocols, and applications.
• You understand the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and automation with modern tools like Kubernetes, GitHub Actions, and Infrastructure as Code.
• You are an analytical, autonomous, and proactive individual with a hacker mindset.
• You are fluent in English (both written and spoken).
• Spanish language skills are considered a plus.

Why Join Squad?

• Personalized Growth: We help you build a training and certification plan aligned with your professional goals through our SquadeXpérience.
• Expertise Development: Participate in internal events like our MixYourTalent webinars and monthly CTF sessions.
• Visibility: Attend major industry conferences and contribute to our #TheExpert technical blog.
• Culture: Enjoy a dynamic and close-knit environment with after-work events and team gatherings that foster great camaraderie.