Senior Security Engineer (Information Technology/Software)

Over deze functie

Our client, a leading Software, Information and Communication Technologies company, operates internationally (Athens, Brussels, Luxembourg, Copenhagen, Stockholm, London, Nicosia, Hong-Kong, Valetta, etc). Our client is a renowned supplier of IT services to government institutions, multinational corporations, public administrations and multinational companies, research and academic institutes.
Role Overview
Our client currently has a vacancy for a Senior Security Engineer to offer his/her services as an expert remotely. In the context of the first assignment, the successful candidate will be integrated in the team of the company that will closely cooperate with a major client's IT team on site.
Job type: Full Time / Permanent
Location: Belgium
Workplace: Remote
Please note that we can consider only EU candidates for this position due to security clearance.
Requirements

• University degree in IT or relevant discipline, combined with minimum 10 years of working experience in software systems security, cyber security and information security practices;

• Proven experience designing, developing, and delivering end-to-end authentication, authorization and data protection solutions for enterprise environments;

• Proven experience with enterprise security technologies and protocols, including SSL/TLS, X.509, SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, JWT, AWS KMS, KMIP, and PKCS#11;

• Experience designing, developing and securing both on-premises and cloud-based security solutions;

• Experience securing complex enterprise environments, including data centers and distributed infrastructures;

• Experience applying Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC) principles and security-by-design practices;

• Experience working in Agile software development environments and using modern collaboration and DevSecOps tools;

• Knowledge of programming and scripting for developing, automating, and integrating cybersecurity solutions;

• Knowledge of Linux and Unix operating systems, including secure configuration, administration and system hardening.

• Knowledge of network architecture and security, including TCP/IP, HTTP/HTTPS, IPsec, routing protocols, firewalls, routers and switches;

• Knowledge of cryptographic concepts and algorithms, including AES, GCM, PBKDF2, HMAC, SHA-2 and key management principles;

• Knowledge of operating system security, network security, security controls and modern cybersecurity technologies.

• Excellent command of the English language.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, maintain, test, and continuously improve cybersecurity solutions, products and services;

• Integrate cybersecurity technologies into the organization's infrastructure, ensuring secure configuration, optimal performance and operational resilience;

• Implement, monitor, and maintain security controls, procedures, patches, and system hardening measures to address vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with security policies;

• Assess, monitor, and report on the security posture and performance of systems, services, and cybersecurity solutions, recommending improvements where appropriate;

• Provide cybersecurity support and technical guidance to users, customers, and internal stakeholders;

• Collaborate closely with Operations and cross-functional teams to implement, maintain, and optimize security-related processes and operational activities;

• Develop scripts, automation, and software components to support cybersecurity operations, improve efficiency, and enhance security capabilities;

• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve security-related issues, ensuring timely remediation and continuous service improvement;

• Prepare technical documentation and communicate security updates, recommendations, and progress to relevant stakeholders;

• Work collaboratively with team members and business stakeholders to deliver secure, reliable, and resilient technology solutions.

Originally posted on Himalayas