Security Incident Response Specialist - Banking & Finance

Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity? Join a leading financial institution with around 6,100 employees and total assets of 167 billion euros, operating across 18 locations in Germany and abroad. The esteemed organisation supply savings banks with high-quality, innovative financial products and services, serving as the central bank for institutions in Hesse, Thuringia, North Rhine-Westphalia, and Brandenburg, and acting as a strong partner for 40 percent of all German savings banks.

They are looking for a dedicated and experienced Security Incident Response Specialist to join the cybersecurity team in Frankfurt. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity—apply today!

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the response to cybersecurity incidents, including identification, investigation, containment, eradication, and recovery, while minimizing the impact on business operations.
• Maintain and update our incident response plan and playbooks, tailoring procedures to the evolving security landscape.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prepare for and respond to security incidents, ensuring efficient communication and coordination.
• Conduct thorough analyses of security incidents and provide detailed reports on findings, outcomes, and recommendations for future prevention.
• Coordinate with external stakeholders, such as law enforcement and other incident response organizations, when required.
• Implement and manage security tools and technologies to detect and prevent malicious activity.
• Develop and lead training sessions for staff to raise awareness about security best practices and the importance of incident detection and response.
• Continuously monitor the organization's networks for security breaches, using advanced forensics tools to trace the root cause of any incidents.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of existing security measures and recommend enhancements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Relevant professional certifications (CISSP, GCIH, CISM, etc.) are highly preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in an incident response role or related cybersecurity position.
• Extensive knowledge of incident response protocols, cybersecurity frameworks, and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency with security information and event management (SIEM) tools, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and other security technologies.
• Solid understanding of network protocols, encryption, authentication, and authorization methods.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to handle high-pressure situations.
• Excellent communication skills in both German and English, with the ability to explain complex technical issues to a non-technical audience.

Benefits

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment.
• Cutting-edge technology and resources.

Salary

• Competitive salary and benefits package.