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Cyber Security Engineer

Lynx
Location
Madrid
Posted
23 days ago
Department
Cybersecurity
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 6 years of experience in technical cybersecurity, operations, cyber risks, or equivalent roles
  • Degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Telecommunications, Cybersecurity, or related fields
  • Knowledge in vulnerability management: identification, validation, prioritization, assignment, tracking, retesting, and closure
  • Knowledge of system security, hardening, identities, privileged access, cloud, and networks
  • Ability to interpret criticality, exposure, CVSS, compensatory controls, and residual risk
  • Experience reviewing configurations, reports, logs, and technical evidence
Nice to have
  • Master's degree in Cybersecurity
  • Certifications in Cybersecurity: CISSP, CISA, CISM, CRISC, Cloud Security (AWS) or equivalents
  • Fluent in English
  • Knowledge of vulnerability identification platforms, EDR, DLP, SIEM, or equivalent solutions
  • Knowledge of automation through scripting: Python, Bash
What the job really is

As a Cyber Security Assurance Specialist at Lynx, you will be responsible for reviewing and validating vulnerabilities, security findings in the software development lifecycle (SDLC), and deviations from hardening standards. Your daily tasks will include executing periodic reviews of security controls, prioritizing findings based on criticality and context, maintaining a consolidated backlog, and collaborating with IT and product development on remediation plans.

Benefits
  • Medical insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Hybrid and collaborative work model
  • Specialized training and career opportunities in a global technology ecosystem focused on data and AI applied to fraud and AML
  • Meal vouchers and family support measures
Things to weigh
  • No salary listed
  • Role involves a significant amount of auditing and compliance work
  • Focus on risk management and proactive attitude required from all team members
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