IT Security Specialist
Tirana, Albania
Facilization
Role: IT Security Specialist
Are you passionate about cybersecurity and ready to play a key role in protecting the digital infrastructure of the financial software industry?
At Facilization, we are looking for a dedicated IT Security Specialist to join our team and help us proactively defend our systems, networks and data from evolving cyber threats.
What You’ll Do
- Implementing, configuring, and maintaining security solutions such as Identity Management (Active Directory, Entra ID), Web Application Firewalls, Anti-Malware, and Endpoint Protection.
- Performing regular vulnerability scans and patch management across systems and applications.
- Conducting vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify potential weaknesses.
- Managing and monitoring SIEM tools to detect anomalies and potential threats.
- Investigating, responding to, and documenting security incidents and breaches.
- Supporting security audits and ensuring alignment with compliance initiatives.
- Collaborating with IT and Delivery teams to integrate security best practices into system architecture and software development processes.
- Evaluating and recommending new security tools and technologies.
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date security documentation.
- Staying current on the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and tools.
What You Bring
- A bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, or a related field.
- 2+ years of hands-on experience in IT Security, or 4+ years in a related technical role.
- Knowledge of and experience with security technologies: Identity Management, Firewalls, Endpoint Protection, Vulnerability Management, SIEM tools.
- Familiarity with penetration testing tools and techniques.
- Understanding of regulatory frameworks and compliance standards is a plus.
- Security certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CEH, OSCP) are preferred but not mandatory.
Key Competencies
- Strong technical expertise in information security
- Analytical thinking and attention to detail
- Ability to solve problems and think critically
- Clear and concise communication and documentation skills
Why Join Us?
At Facilization, we don’t just build software – we build trust. Join a team that empowers you to take ownership, grow your expertise and make an impact where it matters most: protecting the systems that power the financial sector.
* Salary range is an estimate based on our InfoSec / Cybersecurity Salary Index 💰
Tags: Active Directory Audits CEH Compliance CompTIA Computer Science Firewalls Malware Monitoring OSCP Pentesting SIEM Vulnerability management Vulnerability scans
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