Senior Security Engineer (Information Technology/Software)

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