Security Operations Engineer Coimbra

Security Operations Engineer
Coimbra
Coimbra, Coimbra District, Portugal

Unit4

Unit4 is an enterprise software suite, including finance management, accounting, ERP, FP&A, S2C, HCM, and talent management modules.

We are in Business for People, empowering people in service organizations with innovative Enterprise and Business software solutions. We’ve innovated and taken a new approach to delivering ERP that works for people. Self-driving, adaptive and intuitive software that is changing the way people work. Our solutions empower people and deliver a better people experience so they can spend time on meaningful high value work they live for.

Job Description

The Security Operations Engineer is responsible for the deployment, configuration, management, and maintenance of security solutions in our organization, ensuring that the organization's security systems are functioning correctly and that any vulnerabilities are identified and addressed. You will work closely with your IT colleagues to ensure that security is integrated into all aspects of the organization's infrastructure and act as guardians of the IT estate.

Responsibilities

• Deploying and configuring security solutions such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and antivirus software
• Monitoring security systems to identify and respond to security incidents
• Conducting vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
• Developing and implementing security policies and procedures
• Investigating security incidents and developing remediation plans
• Providing technical guidance and support to other IT professionals

Qualifications

• Knowledge of security technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and antivirus software
• Familiarity with networking and operating systems
• Understanding of security principles and best practices
• Analytical and
  - solving skills
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work under pressure and respond to security incidents quickly
• Stay informed about current CVEs and emerging threats, with the ability to track, assess, and ensure coverage to safeguard the organization's security posture.

Educational Background

A bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field is typically required for a Security Operations Engineer. Relevant certifications such as Comp
TIA Security+, CISSP, or CCNA Security may also be beneficial.

Tools and Software Used

• Firewalls such as Cisco ASA, Barracuda NGFW/WAF, Azure Firewall
• Intrusion detection and prevention systems such as Snort or Suricata
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Defender 365, Purview
• Vulnerability scanners such as Nessus or Qualys
• Security information and event management (SIEM) systems such as Microsoft Sentinel