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Senior Cybersecurity Analyst - (Cyber Defense Operations)
Talan · Spain · back to the listing
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What this role officially is
ICT security administrator — ESCO, the EU occupation classification
ICT security administrators plan and carry out security measures to protect information and data from unauthorised access, deliberate attack, theft and corruption.
Also known as: network security administrator, system security administrator, ICT security administrators, IT security administrator
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What the listing never says
- 36 bullet points. Long requirement lists deter qualified candidates, who read them as hard gates. Scope clarity
- No section describes what the person would actually do. Scope clarity
- No pay range published. Candidates cannot tell whether applying is worth their time. Pay transparency
The listing, marked up
We’re looking for a Senior Cybersecurity to join a global Cybersecurity Operations team responsible for protecting critical environments and supporting international organizations against evolving cyber threats.
You’ll be part of a 24x7 Security Operations Centre (SOC), working with cybersecurity specialists across the world to monitor, investigate and respond to security incidents. This is a hands-on role where your technical expertise will directly contribute to improving threat detection, incident response and overall security.
🚀 What will you do?
• Monitor, triage and investigate security alerts across SIEM, EDR, Microsoft Security and cloud environments.
• Investigate potential cyber threats and security incidents, identifying root causes and appropriate remediation actions.
• Analyze logs from Windows, Linux, databases, applications, web servers, firewalls and network security systems.
• Work closely with Incident Response teams and cybersecurity specialists to contain and resolve threats.
• Use and maintain security monitoring and detection tools, helping improve detection quality and reduce false positives.
• Prepare clear security reports, incident summaries and technical findings for clients.
• Manage security-related tickets and ensure incidents are properly documented.
• Contribute to improving SOC processes, procedures, documentation and knowledge bases.
• Work directly with clients to understand their environments and optimize security monitoring.
• Stay up to date with emerging threats, technologies and cybersecurity best practices.
🛠️ What are we looking for?
We’re looking for someone who combines strong technical skills with a proactive and collaborative mindset.
You should have:
•
5+ years of experience in IT, Cybersecurity or Security Operations.
• Hands-on experience working in a SOC environment, including security alert triage and incident investigation.
• Strong knowledge of SIEM and EDR technologies.
• Experience with platforms such as Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, QRadar, ArcSight or ELK.
• Experience with Microsoft Security technologies, including Defender for Endpoint, Microsoft 365, Sentinel, Azure Security and XDR.
• Strong understanding of Azure, AWS and/or GCP.
• Experience with at least one EDR solution, such as Microsoft Defender for Endpoint or CrowdStrike.
• Strong knowledge of networking and TCP/IP.
• Excellent experience analyzing security logs across Windows and Linux environments.
• Knowledge of email security, network monitoring and incident response.
• Experience managing and processing security tickets.
• Excellent spoken and written English.
⭐ It would be a plus if you have:
• Experience working in an Incident Response team, particularly Tier I/II.
• Experience monitoring AWS environments, including IaaS, PaaS and SaaS.
• Scripting experience with Python, PowerShell, Bash, Ruby or similar.
• Cybersecurity certifications such as SC-200, GCIH, CEH, GCFA, GIAC, CCNA or MCSE.
• Experience working in a global, distributed SOC.
What do we offer you?
• Full-time and permanent employment contract or contractor mode
• Remote location in Spain or any other European country.
• Professional growth possibilities & learning opportunities
• Possibility to join a multicultural team & work in the international environment
• Variety of benefits to support your physical, emotional and financial wellbeing: private medical insurance, life insurance, lunch and transport card as part of the flexible remuneration pack, and online language classes
• Smart Office Pack
If you have read this far and you are looking forward to joining this challenge, do not hesitate to apply... we would be delighted to meet you!
Talan Spain’s commitment to non-discrimination based on gender, race, ideology, or any other reason, in accordance with the company’s "Equality Plan" and the current regulations on gender equality between women and men (Royal Decree-Law 6/2019).
Company Description
Talan – Positive Innovation
Talan is an international consulting group specializing in innovation and business transformation through technology. With over 7,200 consultants in 21 countries and a turnover of €850M, we are committed to delivering impactful, future-ready solutions.
Talan at a Glance
Headquartered in Paris and operating globally, Talan combines technology, innovation, and empowerment to deliver measurable results for our clients. Over the past 22 years1 , we’ve built a strong presence in the IT and consulting landscape, and we’re on track to reach €1 billion in revenue this year.
Our Core Areas of Expertise
•
Data & Technologies: We design and implement large-scale, end-to-end architecture and data solutions, including data integration, data science, visualization, Big Data, AI, and Generative AI.
•
Cloud & Application Services: We integrate leading platforms such as SAP, Salesforce, Oracle, Microsoft, AWS, and IBM Maximo, helping clients transition to the cloud and improve operational efficiency.
•
Management & Innovation Consulting: We lead business and digital transformation initiatives through project and change management best practices (PM, PMO, Agile, Scrum, Product Ownership), and support domains such as Supply Chain, Cybersecurity, and ESG/Low-Carbon strategies.
We work with major global clients across diverse sectors, including Transport & Logistics, Financial Services, Energy & Utilities, Retail, and Media & Telecommunications.
Originally posted on Himalayas
You’ll be part of a 24x7 Security Operations Centre (SOC), working with cybersecurity specialists across the world to monitor, investigate and respond to security incidents. This is a hands-on role where your technical expertise will directly contribute to improving threat detection, incident response and overall security.
🚀 What will you do?
• Monitor, triage and investigate security alerts across SIEM, EDR, Microsoft Security and cloud environments.
• Investigate potential cyber threats and security incidents, identifying root causes and appropriate remediation actions.
• Analyze logs from Windows, Linux, databases, applications, web servers, firewalls and network security systems.
• Work closely with Incident Response teams and cybersecurity specialists to contain and resolve threats.
• Use and maintain security monitoring and detection tools, helping improve detection quality and reduce false positives.
• Prepare clear security reports, incident summaries and technical findings for clients.
• Manage security-related tickets and ensure incidents are properly documented.
• Contribute to improving SOC processes, procedures, documentation and knowledge bases.
• Work directly with clients to understand their environments and optimize security monitoring.
• Stay up to date with emerging threats, technologies and cybersecurity best practices.
🛠️ What are we looking for?
We’re looking for someone who combines strong technical skills with a proactive and collaborative mindset.
You should have:
•
5+ years of experience in IT, Cybersecurity or Security Operations.
• Hands-on experience working in a SOC environment, including security alert triage and incident investigation.
• Strong knowledge of SIEM and EDR technologies.
• Experience with platforms such as Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, QRadar, ArcSight or ELK.
• Experience with Microsoft Security technologies, including Defender for Endpoint, Microsoft 365, Sentinel, Azure Security and XDR.
• Strong understanding of Azure, AWS and/or GCP.
• Experience with at least one EDR solution, such as Microsoft Defender for Endpoint or CrowdStrike.
• Strong knowledge of networking and TCP/IP.
• Excellent experience analyzing security logs across Windows and Linux environments.
• Knowledge of email security, network monitoring and incident response.
• Experience managing and processing security tickets.
• Excellent spoken and written English.
⭐ It would be a plus if you have:
• Experience working in an Incident Response team, particularly Tier I/II.
• Experience monitoring AWS environments, including IaaS, PaaS and SaaS.
• Scripting experience with Python, PowerShell, Bash, Ruby or similar.
• Cybersecurity certifications such as SC-200, GCIH, CEH, GCFA, GIAC, CCNA or MCSE.
• Experience working in a global, distributed SOC.
What do we offer you?
• Full-time and permanent employment contract or contractor mode
• Remote location in Spain or any other European country.
• Professional growth possibilities & learning opportunities
• Possibility to join a multicultural team & work in the international environment
• Variety of benefits to support your physical, emotional and financial wellbeing: private medical insurance, life insurance, lunch and transport card as part of the flexible remuneration pack, and online language classes
• Smart Office Pack
If you have read this far and you are looking forward to joining this challenge, do not hesitate to apply... we would be delighted to meet you!
Talan Spain’s commitment to non-discrimination based on gender, race, ideology, or any other reason, in accordance with the company’s "Equality Plan" and the current regulations on gender equality between women and men (Royal Decree-Law 6/2019).
Company Description
Talan – Positive Innovation
Talan is an international consulting group specializing in innovation and business transformation through technology. With over 7,200 consultants in 21 countries and a turnover of €850M, we are committed to delivering impactful, future-ready solutions.
Talan at a Glance
Headquartered in Paris and operating globally, Talan combines technology, innovation, and empowerment to deliver measurable results for our clients. Over the past 22 years1 , we’ve built a strong presence in the IT and consulting landscape, and we’re on track to reach €1 billion in revenue this year.
Our Core Areas of Expertise
•
Data & Technologies: We design and implement large-scale, end-to-end architecture and data solutions, including data integration, data science, visualization, Big Data, AI, and Generative AI.
•
Cloud & Application Services: We integrate leading platforms such as SAP, Salesforce, Oracle, Microsoft, AWS, and IBM Maximo, helping clients transition to the cloud and improve operational efficiency.
•
Management & Innovation Consulting: We lead business and digital transformation initiatives through project and change management best practices (PM, PMO, Agile, Scrum, Product Ownership), and support domains such as Supply Chain, Cybersecurity, and ESG/Low-Carbon strategies.
We work with major global clients across diverse sectors, including Transport & Logistics, Financial Services, Energy & Utilities, Retail, and Media & Telecommunications.
Originally posted on Himalayas