Senior Cyber Security Defender Engineer with German (m/f/d)

We are looking for a senior technical expert responsible for the design, implementation, and operation of security technologies, software deployment, and data center operations. The candidate will play a key role in ensuring high availability, security, and performance of IT infrastructure.

Responsibilities

Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot security solutions in data center and hybrid/cloud environments; Handle incident, change, and problem tickets related to security systems; Deploy, configure, and maintain Microsoft Defender, Sophos, and related security tools; Continuously improve the reliability, performance, and security of IT services; Collaborate with internal teams, customers, and vendors on implementation projects; Support onboarding, training, and documentation for security tools and procedures; Work independently or as part of the team to implement and maintain security solutions; Operate and manage Microsoft Defender (Endpoint, Cloud, Identity, Cloud Apps, O365); Operate and manage Sophos Intercept X (EDR/XDR) and Sophos SG/XG Firewalls; Install, configure, and maintain security-related tools and monitoring systems; Ensure security policies and best practices are implemented across infrastructure (servers, networks, cloud, endpoints)

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in Microsoft Defender solutions (Defender XDR); Administration of Endpoint/Extended Detection and Response (EDR/XDR) solutions; Operation of Microsoft Defender suite (Endpoint, Cloud, Identity, Cloud Apps, O365); Operation of Sophos Intercept X (EDR/XDR) and Sophos SG/XG Firewalls; Installation and maintenance of related security tools; Solid overall IT infrastructure knowledge (servers, networks, cloud, endpoints) with a strong security focus; English Intermediate (B1); German Upper Intermediate (B2); Strong hands-on mentality and structured in planning and execution; Experienced in implementing security solutions in enterprise environments; Team player with ability to work independently when needed; Willingness to learn and develop further in security technologies

Nice to have

SC-900: Microsoft Security, Compliance and Identity Fundamentals; SC-200: Microsoft Security Operations Analyst; Sophos Certified Technician – Central Endpoint and Server; Participation in on-call duties; Independent solving and troubleshooting of incidents and errors within defined expertise

Benefits

Over 25 benefits across financial benefits, learning and development, health and sport, and family and work-life balance; Variable part of salary and other financial benefits; Career growth opportunities