Cyber Security Engineer - Croatia

SkyeBiz·Remote(Croatia)
Cybersecurity

WFA Digital Insight

As the demand for cybersecurity specialists continues to rise, with a 25% increase in job openings in the past year, professionals with expertise in cloud security, identity management, and compliance are in high demand. SkyeBiz, a forward-thinking company, is seeking a skilled Cyber Security Engineer to strengthen its security posture. With the global cybersecurity market projected to reach $300 billion by 2027, this role presents a unique opportunity to contribute to a growing field. Before applying, candidates should be aware of the importance of staying up-to-date with the latest security threats and technologies, as well as the need for strong collaboration and communication skills in a remote work environment.

Job Description

About the Role

The Cyber Security Engineer will play a critical role in developing and implementing robust security measures to protect SkyeBiz's cloud-based infrastructure, identity management systems, and operational environments. This position requires a high level of technical expertise, as well as excellent communication and collaboration skills, to work effectively with various stakeholders, including the managed Security Operations Centre (SOC) provider. As a key member of the security team, the successful candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing centralized security monitoring, improving detection and response capabilities, and preparing the organization for a future managed SOC capability.

The role entails working closely with the hiring manager and other team members to identify and mitigate potential security threats, as well as developing and implementing security controls to ensure the integrity and confidentiality of company data. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of cloud security, identity and access management, and endpoint protection, as well as experience with security information and event management (SIEM) systems and log management platforms.

SkyeBiz is committed to fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration, and this role offers a unique opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals who are passionate about cybersecurity. The company values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and is dedicated to creating a work environment that is welcoming and supportive to all employees.

What You Will Do

  • Design and implement centralized security monitoring (SIEM or equivalent)
  • Prepare environments for successful managed SOC integration
  • Improve detection use cases to increase signal quality and reduce noise
  • Enhance visibility across cloud, identity, and operational systems
  • Act as the primary technical liaison for the managed SOC provider
  • Support SOC onboarding, log ingestion, tuning, and use-case development
  • Validate alerts, incident handling, and reporting outputs
  • Continuously refine detection fidelity and response effectiveness
  • Manage and optimize cloud-based security controls
  • Improve web application security, bot protection, and traffic filtering
  • Monitor and analyze traffic patterns to identify threats and anomalies
  • Strengthen resilience against denial-of-service and abuse scenarios

What We Are Looking For

  • 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity or security engineering
  • Hands-on experience with SIEM and log management platforms
  • Cloud-based security controls and identity and access management
  • Endpoint protection and strong troubleshooting, threat-hunting, and investigation skills
  • Experience operating in complex, distributed environments
  • Familiarity with security frameworks such as ISO 27001 or NIST
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Nice to Have

  • Experience working with or integrating managed SOC services
  • Prior involvement in log onboarding and detection tuning
  • Knowledge of security controls in CI/CD pipelines
  • Exposure to regulatory or operational resilience frameworks
  • Relevant security or cloud certifications

Benefits and Perks

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals
  • Collaborative and dynamic work environment
  • Professional development and growth opportunities
  • Flexible working hours and remote work options
  • Access to cutting-edge security tools and technologies
  • Recognition and reward for outstanding performance

How to Stand Out

  • Develop a strong understanding of cloud security, identity and access management, and endpoint protection to stand out in the application process.
  • Showcase your experience with SIEM systems and log management platforms, and be prepared to provide examples of your work.
  • Highlight your ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, and demonstrate your strong communication and collaboration skills.
  • Be prepared to discuss your experience with security frameworks such as ISO 27001 or NIST, and your knowledge of regulatory or operational resilience frameworks.
  • Consider obtaining relevant security or cloud certifications to enhance your application and demonstrate your commitment to the field.
  • Research the company culture and values, and be prepared to discuss how you can contribute to a culture of innovation and collaboration.
  • Prepare examples of your experience with security information and event management (SIEM) systems, and be ready to discuss your approach to threat hunting and incident response.

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