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Job Title: Senior Cybersecurity Engineer – Offensive & Defensive Security
Role Overview:
We are seeking a technically proficient and highly motivated Senior Cybersecurity Engineer with a strong focus on both offensive and defensive security operations. This is a hands-on role for an individual who thrives in fast-paced environments, is deeply technical, and enjoys working directly with real-world cyber threats. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in penetration testing, threat detection, and incident response, and can architect and implement robust security systems from scratch.
Key Responsibilities:
? Offensive Security (Red Teaming):
* Perform advanced penetration testing across infrastructure, networks, applications, and APIs.
* Simulate sophisticated threat actor techniques and advanced persistent threats (APTs).
* Lead ethical hacking initiatives and comprehensive vulnerability assessments.
* Utilize industry-standard frameworks such as OWASP, MITRE ATT&CK, and NIST 800-115.
* Operate and optimize SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, QRadar).
* Analyze threat intelligence feeds and respond to active security incidents.
* Conduct root cause analyses and propose actionable mitigation strategies.
* Engage in threat hunting, malware analysis, and behavior-based detection.
?️ Security Engineering & Architecture:
* Design and enforce secure software development practices (DevSecOps).
* Implement and harden network and endpoint defenses including firewalls, IDS/IPS, and Zero Trust models.
* Develop secure authentication systems and manage encryption protocols.
* Champion secure CI/CD pipelines and API security across development teams.
? Standards, Compliance, and Best Practices:
* Maintain and apply industry-recognized technical certifications (e.g., OSCP, CEH, CISSP).
* Participate in red/blue team simulations and internal security assessments.
* Provide expert-level guidance on secure coding, DevOps security, and threat prevention strategies.
Candidate Profile:
Must-Have Qualifications:
* 5+ years in cybersecurity roles with a strong focus on red/blue team operations.
* Proven expertise in penetration testing, ethical hacking, and offensive security.
* Solid experience with SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, malware analysis, and threat detection.
* Strong understanding of Zero Trust architecture, network security, and endpoint protection.
* Skilled in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
* Familiarity with OWASP Top 10, MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, and secure SDLC practices.
* Dutch Speaker
Preferred Certifications:
* OSCP, CEH, GPEN, GWAPT, CISSP, CCSP, SSCP, or similar.
* Additional credentials from ISACA, SANS, or OWASP are a plus.
Nice to Have:
* Experience in cloud security (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
* Knowledge of container security (Docker, Kubernetes).
* Understanding of ISO 27001 from a technical implementation standpoint (not audit-focused).
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