Senior Security Analyst (f/m/x/d, hybrid set up, 80-100%) — Swiss Re
- Location
- Zurich, CH
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 13 days ago
Role overview
Join a team of security and technology professionals and help Swiss Re to fulfil its mission in making the world more resilient.
We're looking for an experienced, forward-thinking cybersecurity leader who will manage the production of detection content and incident investigation and help us to improve our incident response techniques.
As a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst, you will be monitoring current threats by analysing and handling major cyber incidents, implementing standards and mentoring less experienced analysts.
- Join a team of security and technology professionals and help Swiss Re to fulfil its mission in making the world more resilient.
- We're looking for an experienced, forward-thinking cybersecurity leader who will manage the production of detection content and incident investigation and help us to improve our incident response techniques.
- the requirements, scope, complexity and responsibilities of the role,
- the applicant’s own profile including education/qualifications, expertise, specialisation, skills and experience.
Main responsibilities
- the requirements, scope, complexity and responsibilities of the role,
- the applicant’s own profile including education/qualifications, expertise, specialisation, skills and experience.
- In the situation where you do not meet all the requirements or you significantly exceed these, the offered salary may be below or above the advertised range.
- In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for additional rewards and benefits including an attractive performance-based bonus. About Swiss Re
- Swiss Re is one of the world’s leading providers of reinsurance, insurance and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer, working to make the world more resilient.
- We anticipate and manage a wide variety of risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime.
- Combining experience with creative thinking and cutting-edge expertise, we create new opportunities and solutions for our clients.
- This is possible thanks to the collaboration of more than 15,000 employees across the world.
- Our success depends on our ability to build an inclusive culture encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative thinking.
- We embrace a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and develop professionally regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, skillset, thought or other characteristics.
Application process
- If you are an experienced professional returning to the workforce after a career break, we encourage you to apply for open positions that match your skills and experience.
- We may use AI-powered tools to support the review and evaluation of applications for this position.
- These tools provide additional insights to our recruitment teams, but all hiring decisions are carefully reviewed and made by people.
- To learn more about how we use AI in recruitment and how we handle your personal data, please review our Data Privacy Statement before applying. Keywords: Reference Code: 138641
Additional details
- What's more, you'll be working in a hybrid setup (50:50) , balancing work from home and the office premises (office presence required 2–3 days per week).
- Our team values innovation, collaboration and continuous learning, providing you with a stimulating environment to grow your expertise and make a tangible impact on our cybersecurity practises. In your role, you will…
- Team leadership – Mentor and guide a team of cybersecurity analysts, provide technical expertise, foster their development, support their growth and empower them to succeed. Act as a deputy to the Head of Monitoring
- On-call duty – Participate in on-call rotations to address urgent matters outside of regular working hours What we need from you…
- If you, however, meet some of the criteria below and are curious about the world of threat analysis and detection, we'll be more than happy to meet you! Qualification & background
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English Additional experience should include: Developing hypothesis-driven threat hunts
- Analysing various events, including but not limited to web traffic, underlying network protocols, malware, lateral movement TTPs (techniques, tactics, and procedures) or Microsoft and Linux security events Logfile correlation and analysis System and memory analysis Chain of custody and forensic acquisitions
- Major incident response or breach investigation management Personal competencies
- Effective communication and presentation abilities to articulate and present complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences Stakeholder management experience Demonstrated leadership experience
- Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
Notes and original content
- About the team
- Our team values innovation, collaboration and continuous learning, providing you with a stimulating environment to grow your expertise and make a tangible impact on our cybersecurity practises.
- In your role, you will…
- Team leadership – Mentor and guide a team of cybersecurity analysts, provide technical expertise, foster their development, support their growth and empower them to succeed.
- Act as a deputy to the Head of Monitoring
- On-call duty – Participate in on-call rotations to address urgent matters outside of regular working hours
- What we need from you…
- If you, however, meet some of the criteria below and are curious about the world of threat analysis and detection, we'll be more than happy to meet you!
- Qualification & background
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
Questions about this listing
What salary does Swiss Re offer for this role?
Swiss Re lists CHF 101'500 - 154'000 gross per year for this position in Zurich, CH. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Swiss Re offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Swiss Re during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Zürich?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Zürich can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Zürich's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
How do I apply for this position at Swiss Re?
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