Cyber Security Analyst
<div class="show-more-less-html__markup show-more-less-html__markup--clamp-after-5 relative overflow-hidden"> <strong>About The Company<br/><br/></strong>BDO Germany is a leading professional services firm dedicated to providing top-tier audit, tax, consulting, and advisory services to clients across various industries. Committed to building trust and fostering responsible leadership, BDO Germany emphasizes integrity, innovation, and a client-centric approach. The company values a collaborative work environment that promotes continuous learning and professional growth, ensuring that both clients and employees thrive in a secure and forward-thinking setting.<br/><br/><strong>About The Role<br/><br/></strong>As a Senior Cyber Security Analyst at BDO Germany, you will play a vital role in strengthening the company's cybersecurity posture by actively managing and evolving our Security Operation Center (SOC) services. This position involves handling complex security incidents, conducting proactive threat hunting, and developing detection mechanisms to safeguard our digital assets. You will work closely with a team of security enthusiasts, leveraging your technical expertise to analyze, escalate, and resolve security threats efficiently. Your responsibilities will also include guiding clients through security crises, ensuring clear communication, and recommending actionable measures to mitigate risks. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to shaping a secure digital future, working with cutting-edge technologies and continuously expanding your knowledge in cybersecurity.<br/><br/><strong>Qualifications<br/><br/></strong>The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience in SOC, CSIRT, or Incident Response roles, preferably as a Tier 2 or Tier 3 analyst with a focus on escalation and deep analysis. Proficiency in Microsoft Sentinel and the Microsoft Defender Suite is essential, along with strong skills in KQL, automation tools such as Logic Apps, PowerShell, or Python, and familiarity with use-case management and detection lifecycle frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK. You should possess a solid understanding of Windows and Linux operating systems, Active Directory, Entra ID, and cloud environments from hyperscalers. Excellent communication skills in both German and English are required, with the ability to articulate complex security concepts clearly and professionally. A proactive, self-organized work style, along with the ability to prioritize multiple incidents and maintain comprehensive documentation, is critical for success in this role.<br/><br/><strong>Responsibilities<br/><br/></strong>Your key responsibilities will include expanding your cybersecurity knowledge and sharing insights within the organization and with clients. You will manage escalated incidents, conducting thorough analyses and coordinating response efforts while documenting findings and recommending improvements. Leading clients through security crises by structuring situational assessments, providing status updates, and delivering actionable recommendations will be a core part of your role. You will engage in proactive threat hunting, leveraging frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK to identify attack techniques, tactics, and procedures (TTPs), and translate findings into concrete security measures. Developing and refining detection mechanisms, playbooks, and automations using our extensive technology stack will be essential. Additionally, you will perform in-depth investigations using tools such as Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft Defender XDR, orchestrating incident response processes to contain and remediate threats effectively.<br/><br/><strong>Benefits<br/><br/></strong>BDO Germany offers a supportive and dynamic work environment with regular feedback sessions to guide your career development. You will benefit from a collegial atmosphere that fosters trust, collaboration, and shared success. The company invests in your professional growth through extensive training programs, e-learning modules, and tailored seminars designed to enhance your skills and knowledge. Additional perks include bicycle leasing options via Jobrad, public transportation subsidies such as ÖPNV tickets, BahnCard Business, as well as comprehensive benefits like a company pension scheme and savings plans. These offerings aim to support your well-being and work-life balance, making BDO Germany an ideal place to advance your cybersecurity career.<br/><br/>Equal Opportunity<br/><br/>BDO Germany is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees are valued and respected. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or background. Our goal is to create a work environment that promotes fairness, innovation, and personal growth, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to contribute and succeed.<br/><br/> </div>