Cyber Security Incident Responder (m/f/d)

As a Cyber Security Incident Responder, you will contribute to the growth of the Cyber Security team by developing security culture and improving policies and processes to fulfill security goals. You will be in charge of integrating incident response processes by monitoring, recognizing, evaluating, responding to, and documenting security occurrences throughout the firm. You collaborate closely with other Cyber security team members and IT operations team to ensure that risks are discovered and managed effectively. You are also responsible for further developing Cyber Security-related technologies and procedures. 

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate incidents and implement security controls to prevent future threats. 

• Conduct detailed forensic investigations to determine the root cause and impact of security incidents. 

• Establish incident response protocols, conduct root cause analysis, and manage post-incident reporting about potential/suspected incidents and remediation efforts for senior management, collect and analyze technical incident information and log data, and ensure progress on incident tickets. 

• Develop and maintain incident response playbooks and procedures. 

• Stay up to date with emerging cyber threats, tactics, vulnerabilities, and defense techniques. 

• knowledge of cyber defense products, IT systems and network components. 

• Monitor security alerts and logs from SIEM, IDS/IPS, and other security tools. 

• Assist in threat hunting and proactive security measures to identify risks before they escalate. 

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Cyber Security, or a related field (or equivalent work experience). 

• 5+ years of experience in incident response or a related cyber security role. 

• Hands-on experience with incident response tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS, endpoint detection, firewalls), and technical knowledge with relevant exposure and expertise in IT Security, in several of the following technologies: Linux and Windows operating systems, web-technologies (encryption, HTTP, REST), networking, cloud environments. 

• Knowledge of cyber threats and vulnerabilities: how to properly identify, triage, and remediate threats based on threat intelligence as well as on analysis of security events, log data and network traffic. 

• Familiarity with common attack techniques (MITRE ATT&CK Framework), TTPs, OWASP, and threat intelligence sources. 

• knowledge of malware analysis, digital forensics, and threat hunting methodologies. 

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy 

• Advanced interpersonal skills: clear and concise communication; able to address collaborators of different backgrounds and technical levels and expertise and work proactively 

• Collaborating effectively with team members and other departments. 

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical details to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. 

• Capable of handling high-pressure situations calmly and efficiently. 

• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, PowerShell) to automate incident response processes is a plus. 

With us, you will work towards the future of HPC: From new, sustainable building methods for data centers to cooling concepts to software solutions for accelerated compute. 

Your approaches count: In official exchange formats or spontaneously at the coffee machine. At Northern Data, it's the best idea that counts - not the hierarchy. We’re looking forward to getting your inputs!

You make the difference in the company: Unlike in established corporations, at Northern Data you will really help shape things. From implementing new departments, to optimizing processes and culture. 

Best-in-class partners: The best work with Northern Data. This means a knowledge and time advantage from which your career and our customers benefit equally.

Green by heart: Sustainability is at the core of Northern Data. With us, you actively work on the carbon neutrality of datacenters worldwide. Beginning with our infrastructure and continuing with the solutions for our clients, we work towards a green future.

Home Office facts: Work with our international and virtual team flexible from home. And of course, your hardware wishes will be fulfilled to make your ideas for next level HPC come true.

Your wellness matters: At Northern Data we have regular wellbeing initiatives that are designed to promote wellness, diversity, inclusion, and much more, ensuring a supportive and enriching environment for our global team.