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Cyber Incident Response Specialist

On-site in Barcelona·Added 9 days ago (last checked 8 Oct)

CaixaBank

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Overview

Work mode
On-site, Barcelona
English
Required
Education
University degree

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Technical degree or higher in computer science or telecommunications.
  • Experience in managing SOC, CSIRT, or DFIR.
  • Knowledge
  • Experience in managing technological projects.
  • Ability to work in cross-functional teams.
  • Communication skills and relational abilities.
  • Analytical and synthesis skills with a strategic vision.
  • Adaptability to change.
  • Availability to travel.
  • Spoken and written English.

Nice to have

  • Cyber-attack techniques and tactics
  • Agile working methodologies.
  • Security best practices and regulations/standards.
  • Training and certifications related to cybersecurity.
  • SIEM (Sentinel, Splunk, QRadar, etc.).
  • EDR/XDR.
  • Cloud (Azure, AWS, GCP).
  • Forensic tools.
  • SOAR.
  • Threat Intelligence Tools.

The role

The purpose of this call is to fill a vacancy for a manager in the Cybersecurity department, which could be indicators of the initial stages of cyber

Department mission__SJ_HTML

We are responsible for preventing and defending the Entity, our clients, and

The main areas of action are detection, response to cyber incidents, and

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Define and control security analytics processes for the purposes of prevention, detection, and response.

Detection

Definition of detection controls for attacks or anomalies that could indicate initial phases of cyberattacks, aligned with the MITRE Att&ck matrix.

CSIRT (Computer Security Incident Response Team)

Definition, control, and execution of playbooks in the face of cyber threats and cyberattacks. Recovery processes for cyberattacks are also defined for execution by IT teams.

Cybersecurity Operations (Cyber SOC)

Understanding of a CyberSOC and the operation of analysis and response playbooks for cybersecurity events, as well as the review of these to apply improvements.

Cyber Threat Intelligence __SJ_

Threat Intelligence process as input to prevention processes against cyberattacks, which identifies malicious actors with potential impact on the entity, measures the level of impact based on the tactics and techniques and vulnerabilities that they use, maintains a risk scoring per actor and generally a risk metric as an anticipatory measure of cyber-risk.

Candidate profile: they must have, in particular, the capacity to be part of cyber incident response processes; that is, the capacity for process definition, analysis, and incident response.

Establish, apply, and control security policies to predict, identify, and mitigate

What you'll do

  • Definition and control of response processes for cyber incidents Must have knowledge of the MITRE attack and detection matrix, must have knowledge of cyberattack techniques
  • Definition of technical response playbooks to cyber-incidents, adapting existing ones and creating new ones to cover new cyber-threats.
  • Definition of solutions to cover response needs in different corporate technological environments
  • Definition and control of the analysis and response processes of the cybersecurity operations team (Cyber SOC)
  • Definition and control of the processes of the cybersecurity incident response center (CSIRT)
  • Definition and control of cyberattack simulation environments to ensure the completeness and effectiveness of the implemented prevention and detection controls.
  • Definition and control of post-incident recovery processes based on the defined cyber-incident response playbooks.
  • Must have knowledge of the MITRE detection and attack matrix, must have knowledge of cyber-attack techniques and tactics, as well as forensic analysis knowledge.

How you'll work

The job position is located at CaixaBank's Head Offices in Madrid

Hiring process

3 steps1 interviewa task to do
  1. Apply on the portal

  2. Application assessment · With People team

  3. Interviews

    Not every role

    Shortlisted candidates may be invited to interviews.

  4. Specific tests

    Not every role

    Tests specific to the position, when the role requires them.

  5. Proposal · With People team

  6. Onboarding

    Structured support once you join.

  • Applying through the careers portal is the only valid route into a process.
  • You can follow the status of each application under My Account > Job Applications.

About CaixaBank

CaixaBank is a leading Spanish financial group and one of the largest banks in Europe, headquartered in Valencia, Spain. It provides a full range of retail, corporate, and investment banking services, with a strong presence in Spain and Portugal. The bank operates through a vast network of branches and digital channels, serving millions of customers. CaixaBank is also a major player in asset management and insurance, and it has a significant international footprint through its subsidiaries and partnerships.

In Spain, CaixaBank has a widespread network of offices and branches across all major cities, including Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, and many others. The company is known for its strong corporate culture, focus on innovation, and commitment to digital transformation. For international professionals, CaixaBank offers opportunities in areas such as data science, software engineering, legal, and risk management, with roles often based in Madrid or Barcelona. The bank values diversity and provides a dynamic work environment, making it an attractive employer for those looking to build a career in the Spanish banking sector.

Industry
Banking
Founded
2011
Employees
30,000–50,000
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia and 5 more

Good to know if you are moving

  • CaixaBank is one of the largest banks in Spain, offering a wide range of career opportunities in banking, finance, and technology.
  • The bank has a strong presence in Madrid and Barcelona, which are major hubs for international professionals.
  • CaixaBank is committed to digital transformation, with many roles in data science, software engineering, and cybersecurity.
  • The company offers a comprehensive relocation package for international hires, including visa support and assistance with housing.
  • CaixaBank has a diverse and inclusive work environment, with employees from various nationalities and backgrounds.

In their own words

About the company & team

CaixaBank is a socially responsible financial group with a long-term vision, based on quality, proximity, and specialization. It offers a value proposition of products and services tailored to each segment, assuming innovation as a strategic challenge and a differentiating trait of its culture. Its leading position in retail banking in Spain and Portugal allows it to play a key role in contributing to sustainable economic growth.

Additional information

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