Job Posting for Cyber Security Specialist at Brenntag
Your Role
We are seeking a Senior Security Specialist to enhance our security posture and support daily security operations. This role involves leading security change management, supporting M&A activities, strengthening security controls, and managing endpoint detection & response (EDR) and email security solutions. The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise in security administration and operational security tasks.
Responsibilities
Key Activities:
Change Management & M&A Security: Assess security risks in IT changes and M&A activities, ensuring seamless security integration.
Security Hardening: Implement and maintain security baselines across systems, applications, and networks.
Endpoint & Email Security: Manage and optimize EDR and email security solutions to detect and prevent threats.
Security Administration: Oversee user access, security policies, and daily security operations.
Incident Response & Monitoring: Support security investigations, log analysis, and proactive threat mitigation.
Third Party Vendor Assessments: Perform vendor and solutions technical security assessments.
Technical Skills:
Hands-on experience with reputable EDR solutions (ForitEDR, Windows Defender for Endpoint, CrowdStrike etc.)
Expert in KQL and Lucene query language.
Strong threat hunting, incident investigation, and forensic analysis skills.
Familiarity with SIEM solutions, EDR logs, and malware analysis tools.
Hands-on expertise in email security solutions.
Proven record of supporting M&A activities and IT security integrations.
Experience in system hardening and security best practices for Windows environments.
Good understanding of Windows security, Active Directory, Group Policy, and endpoint protection.
Soft Skills:
Analytical and detail-oriented mindset.
Strong problem-solving skills in high-pressure situations.
Ability to communicate security findings clearly to technical and non-technical teams.
Team player with a proactive approach to security challenges.
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