Security Operations Engineer Job at Hornetsecurity (Hannover)

Job Description

Join our team in Hannover (List) as a Security Operations Engineer (m/f/d) and help us push cloud security forward.

Monitor SIEM/EDR alerts and prioritize incidents
Investigate and respond to security events and perform forensic analyses
Collect and operationalize threat intelligence into detection tools and workflows
Conduct OSINT investigations and proactive threat hunting (MITRE ATT&CK)
Automate and evolve security workflows and ensure compliance with ISO 27001/NIST
Produce detailed incident and forensic reports
Collaborate closely with SOC, IT, and DevOps teams to embed security and best practices into operations and projects
Manage vulnerabilities by performing scans, tracking remediation, and enforcing system hardening
Conduct technology watch activities within your scope of expertise

Master’s degree or engineering diploma in IT, computer science, or cybersecurity
Around 3 years of relevant professional experience
First experience in auditing technical systems (configuration, architecture…)
Knowledge of security standards (ISO, NIST, etc.) and development methodologies (DevSecOps, Agile)
Understanding of risks, vulnerabilities, and flaws
Understanding of technologies and architectures used in business environments
Strong technical writing skills and the ability to explain complex topics clearly
Rigor, communication, and organizational skills
Proactiveness and a solution-oriented mindset
Strong command of written and spoken English and German/French

Be part of a growing global company in cybersecurity
Short decision paths and flat hierarchies
Personal and professional development opportunities
Unlimited contracts
Temporary Employee Exchange Program – opportunity to work at global office locations
Home-office option (hybrid) and flexible, trust-based working time
Team events
Be-Active Bonus — allowance for membership in fitness and sports clubs
Referral Bonus — 1500€ for each successful referral