Information Security Engineer - Try (6 months) & Hire - ASAP

A renowned company leader in its industry

Description

• Deploy, maintain, integrate, and configure security tools to strengthen the organization's security posture.
• Conduct regular security assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability scans to proactively identify and mitigate risks.
• Lead incident response efforts, including detection, analysis, and remediation of security incidents. Maintain and update incident response plans.
• Continuously monitor security logs and alerts, investigate potential threats, and respond to security events in real time.
• Manage user access controls, authentication mechanisms, and identity management systems to enforce security best practices.
• Develop and enforce information security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Provide security expertise to various teams, ensuring security best practices are integrated into day-to-day operations.
• Oversee the security of IT infrastructure, cloud environments, and networks, defending against cyber threats.
• Manage and optimize security technologies such as SIEM, firewalls, endpoint protection, and identity & access management (IAM) solutions.

Profile

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Professional security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer) are a strong plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in information security, with hands-on expertise in security engineering and operations.
• Deep understanding of security frameworks and best practices (e.g., PCI, NIST, ISO 27001).
• Practical experience with security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, and penetration testing solutions.
• Strong skills in incident response, cyber threat intelligence, and penetration testing.
• Fluent English (spoken and written) is required; proficiency in French is a plus.
• Only candidates who meet the requirements and possess or are eligible for a Swiss work permit (CH or EU passport) will be considered.

Position Details

• Location: Geneva
• Start date : ASAP
• Travels : 2 days per month
• Initial Contract Duration: 6 months

Job Offer

• Impactful Role in Cybersecurity - This position offers the opportunity to lead and shape security initiatives for a high-profile organization, directly contributing to the protection of critical digital assets and infrastructure. You'll play a key role in safeguarding operations against evolving cyber threats.

• International Exposure & Career Growth - This role provides a chance to work in a dynamic, international environment. You'll gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge security technologies while collaborating with global teams, enhancing both your technical skills and professional network.