Hybrid Senior DevOps Security Engineer (DevSecOps) - work for an award-winning Forex company in Cyprus!

3 days from office in Larnaca / 2 days from home

Our client is expanding rapidly, driven by a culture of innovation and passion for finance and technology. They are searching for an enthusiastic and committed Senior DevOps Security Engineer (DevSecOps) to join our dynamic team!

• Lead the design and implementation of security measures within a complex DevOps environment.
• Collaborate with development, DevOps, and IT operations teams to embed security principles and ensure compliance with industry standards across the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Establish and manage security controls, including firewalls, access controls, encryption, and automated security testing frameworks.
• Conduct comprehensive security assessments, lead penetration testing efforts, and ensure rapid remediation of vulnerabilities.
• Oversee the monitoring of security systems and lead the response to security incidents, ensuring timely detection and resolution of issues.
• Drive incident response processes, including root cause analysis and applying corrective actions across teams.
• Stay ahead of security threats by continuously researching the latest trends, vulnerabilities, and technologies, and integrating them into security practices.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior engineers, ensuring they follow best practices and keep security at the forefront of their work.
• Act as a subject matter expert (SME) on security across teams, ensuring alignment with organizational security goals and standards.

• BSc/BA in any engineering major.

• 4+ years’ experience in DevOps security, cybersecurity, or related fields, with a strong focus on cloud or infrastructure security.

• Advanced understanding of DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, containerisation, and automation with security tooling.

• Experience with cloud security, especially in AWS, Azure, or GCP environments.

• Deep knowledge of security technologies (firewalls, access controls, SSL/TLS, SSH, IPSec) and encryption protocols.

• Proficiency in security tools, such as IDS/IPS, vulnerability scanners, and SIEM platforms.

• Extensive experience with vulnerability management, penetration testing, and remediation techniques.

• Strong understanding of security standards and frameworks, including OWASP Top 10, PCI DSS, NIST, and ISO 27001.

• Solid grasp of secure coding practices and experience guiding development teams on applying them.

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and integrate security best practices into workflows.

• Attractive remuneration package
• 22 days of Annual Leave (reaching up to 30 days per year based on years’ service)
• Hybrid Work Mode
• Friday afternoons off in Summer (July & August)
• Birthdays are always a day off!
• Referral Bonus – refer a candidate we would all enjoy to work with!!
• Participation in the Company’s Medical Scheme from day one!
• Participation in the Company’s Group Discount Scheme
• Free Gym Membership (Larnaca)
• Unlimited snacks, fruits, and beverages
• Complimentary periodic lunches at the office
• Fun team-building activities & Corporate events
• Lifelong Learning Allowance plus paid Educational Leave

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