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Senior Security Engineer (SIEM/XDR)
Hybrid in Sant Cugat del Vallès & Barcelona·Added 15 days ago
11 open roles
Overview
Job details
Hybrid
Office and home days — the ad has the split.
Requirements
Have the right to work in Spain
No sponsorship mentioned, and this kind of work is rarely sponsored in Spain.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Be near Sant Cugat del Vallès & Barcelona for hybrid days
No relocation package mentioned.
Have senior-level experience
Senior-level role.
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
Salary package based on your profile.
Ticket restaurant included in-office hours.
Flexible compensation plan (free of income tax) where we provide you with medical insurance, public transport ticket and childcare check.
Discounts in gym network.
Training catalogue.
Our goal is that you are well in every way!
Requirements
Nice to have
• Experience with Breach & Attack Simulation (BAS) and threat scenario creation.
• Security certifications such as Security+, GCIH, ECIH, OSCP, or CEH.
• Experience in Security Operations, Detection Engineering, or Incident Response.
The role
We are looking for a Senior Security Engineer to join a global Cyber Intelligence & Security Operations Center (CISOC) team, focusing on security monitoring, detection engineering, and the continuous improvement of SIEM/XDR capabilities.
What you'll do
In this role, you will design and optimize security use cases, develop automation and integrations, and collaborate with Security Detection and Incident Response teams to improve threat detection and remediation. You will also contribute to security reporting, dashboards, documentation, and the evolution of monitoring technologies.
• Develop and implement security use cases for SIEM/XDR platforms.
• Fine-tune existing use cases to improve detection quality and reduce false positives.
• Develop and maintain scripts and API integrations to automate and enrich security monitoring capabilities.
• Support the implementation of Breach & Attack Simulation (BAS) scenarios to test and improve detection use cases.
• Contribute to the evolution of security monitoring technologies according to the defined roadmap.
• Collaborate with Security Detection and Incident Response teams to strengthen detection capabilities.
• Prepare and manage security monitoring reports, dashboards, and status updates.
• Maintain accurate documentation in line with security processes, SOPs, and working instructions.
• Present monitoring insights and updates to technical stakeholders and management.
How you'll work
08h-17h from Monday to Friday (flexible)
4 days by remote, 1 day office work (every thursday)
SKILLS 🤹:
• Proven experience developing security use cases for SIEM/XDR technologies, such as Microsoft Sentinel or Microsoft Defender.
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash.
• Experience with API integrations and security automation.
• Knowledge of security weaknesses, remediation, prioritization, change management, analysis, and triage.
• Experience with reporting or ticketing platforms such as ServiceNow.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Experience working in international and multicultural environments.
• Excellent spoken and written English.
About Ambit Iberia
Ambit Iberia is a specialized consultancy providing IT and engineering services to the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors, with a strong focus on regulated environments. The company supports clients with digital transformation, data integrity, and compliance-driven projects, offering services such as system validation, MES engineering, cybersecurity, and cloud-based software development. Operating primarily in Spain and Portugal, Ambit Iberia positions itself as a niche partner for pharma companies seeking technical expertise in highly regulated settings.
With its main office in Barcelona, Ambit Iberia serves as the Spanish arm of a broader international group, delivering projects across Europe. The company's work culture emphasizes technical excellence and regulatory compliance, making it an attractive option for international professionals with backgrounds in pharma IT, validation, and engineering. Many roles are offered as fully remote or hybrid, allowing flexibility for candidates based in Spain or Portugal, and the company actively seeks talent with experience in GxP environments and modern cloud technologies.
- Industry
- Health
- Employees
- 160
- Headquarters
- Barcelona, Spain
- In Spain
- Barcelona
- Website
- ambit-iberia.com
Good to know if you are moving
- Ambit Iberia offers fully remote positions for some roles, allowing flexibility for international professionals based in Spain or Portugal.
- The company specializes in the pharmaceutical sector, providing opportunities to work on regulated systems and compliance-driven projects.
- Barcelona, where Ambit Iberia is based, is a major European hub for life sciences and technology, offering a vibrant professional community.
- Roles often require expertise in GxP, MES, and cloud technologies, making it a good fit for specialists in pharma IT and engineering.
- The company's international group structure may offer opportunities for cross-border collaboration and career growth.
Location
Ambit Iberia · Barcelona
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