Exasol is the world’s fastest analytics database, trusted by the world’s most ambitious organizations. Built for speed and flexibility, it can analyze billions of rows in seconds and run high-performance analytics securely – whether in the cloud or on-premises. Need to scale your analytics function? Simple pricing makes it easy. Want to deliver frictionless insights? Automatic self-indexing tunes performance for optimal results. And you don’t have to wait - Exasol fits into any data environment, so you can get started right away.

Exasol accelerates insights from the world’s data. Our in-memory technology, massively parallel processing (MPP) technology is specifically designed for analytics, enabling businesses to turn data into actionable insights.

At Exasol, we are committed to pushing the boundaries of what is possible in data analytics, and we are looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help share the future of data technology. Join our diverse, remote-first team where more than 30+ languages (and counting!) are spoken, and every voice is valued. We are looking for passionate individuals who thrive on collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to help share the future of data technology.

The Security Engineer will be responsible for leading our Security Operation capabilities. This position will report directly to the Head of Information Security (ISO) and will provide strategic thinking relating to how we effectively operate security controls across the group.

Key Responsibilities:

You will take on a leadership role for driving the security operations capability for Exasol forward. This will include, but not be limited to:

• • How we monitor for and deal with vulnerabilities
    
  • Responding to security incidents when they arise
    
  • Increasing the organizations visibility to threats and attacks across all technical environments such as cloud, infrastructure, end points, etc.
    
  • You will be responsible for the configuration, implementation and the maintenance of all security platforms, as well as related IT security relevant topics (anti-virus, cryptography systems, SIEM, EDR and MDM)
    
  • Support and drive our IT auditing capabilities, for example, making sure effective firewall reviews are carried out, improving security baselines controls for network devices etc.
    
  • You perform analyses of information security needs and contribute to design, integration and installation of hardware and software
    
  • Leading our monitoring capabilities, making sure necessary services are monitored and tracked for security threats
    
  • Improving our Threat Intelligence capabilities, looking at trends globally that might impact us
    
  • You are responsible for periodic vulnerability tests and penetration tests, and lead remediation projects to enhance existing security features
    
  • You will need to present technical topics to non-technical individuals on a regular basis
    
  • You will help to manage more junior staff through projects and other topics, to help them deliver and increase their own capabilities
    
  • Drive our cloud security posture, working closely with our IT and Engineering teams on improving cloud security capabilities
    

Required Qualifications:

• • Strong technical knowledge and foundational knowledge of security controls, such as, but not limited to, PKI, IAM, AV, Firewalls, Network security, Penetration testing methodologies etc.
    
  • Experience of supporting audits relating to Industry standards, such as ISO27001
    
  • Good communicator at all levels from C-Level to engineers to non-technical individuals
    
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Fluency in English and German is a plus
  How We Work at Exasol:

• Own Your Impact:At Exasol, you are not just a cog in the machine; you will step into immediate ownership of projects, driving them forward with a refreshing level of autonomy.
• Thrive in a Global Team:Join a vibrant, international community where diversity is celebrated, collaboration is key, and feedback fuels growth.
• Learn, Grow, Lead: We are invested in your development! Continuous knowledge-sharing, "Coffee and Learn" sessions, exciting events, and dedicated leadership programs empower you to soar.
• Work on Your Terms: Flexibility is the name of the game! Enjoy adaptable hours, remote options, and "workcations" for the ultimate work-life balance.
• Growth That Goes Beyond the Office: Dive into a comprehensive onboarding experience, fun team events, and a deep commitment to diversity and sustainability. We care about your holistic well-being.
• Rewards that Matter: Monthly home office allowance, volunteering options, floating days, and secure pension plans (location-dependent) prove we value your contributions.

Our values drive our unique and inclusive culture, discover how they shape your Exasol experience. Learn more about ourcore valuesat Exasol.

About Exasol:

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Exasol is a proud, equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive working environment and therefore base all our employment selection decisions, within all aspects of our business, on experience, skill, and integrity. We strongly encourage applicants from all walks to life to apply for our positions, irrespective of age, sex, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion, etc.