Contract Cyber Engineer – 6 Months (Fully Remote) – Banking Sector
Location: Fully Remote (Must be located in Ireland)
Contract Type: 6-month fixed-term contract
Rate: Competitive daily rate
About the Role:
Our client, a leading bank, is seeking a skilled Cyber Engineer to join their team on a 6-month contract. This is a fully remote opportunity, offering the chance to work on critical cybersecurity initiatives that protect key banking systems and sensitive data. You will play a pivotal role in enhancing the bank’s security posture, identifying risks, and implementing robust solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and maintain cybersecurity solutions across the organization.
- Monitor, detect, and respond to security incidents and vulnerabilities.
- Collaborate with IT and security teams to improve infrastructure resilience.
- Conduct security assessments, threat modeling, and risk analysis.
- Ensure compliance with relevant security standards, policies, and frameworks.
- Provide guidance on security best practices and mitigation strategies.
Essential Skills & Experience:
- Proven experience as a Cyber Engineer, Cybersecurity Analyst, or similar role.
- Strong knowledge of network, cloud, and application security.
- Hands-on experience with SIEM, firewalls, endpoint protection, and intrusion detection systems.
- Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, DORA).
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in a remote setting.
- Excellent communication skills to liaise with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Desirable Skills:
- Experience in the banking or financial services sector.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Sentinel, IBM QRadar, or similar SIEM platforms.
- Familiarity with scripting (Python, PowerShell) for automation and reporting.
What We Offer:
- Competitive daily rate for 6 months.
- Fully remote work flexibility.
- Opportunity to work on high-impact projects within a major banking institution.
