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Overview We are seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Expert with strong technical expertise and a strategic mindset to protect and enhance our organization’s security posture. This role combines hands-on security operations, architecture design, and advisory responsibilities , working closely with both technical teams and business stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and maintain advanced cybersecurity architectures across IT, OT, Cloud, and hybrid environments Monitor, detect, and respond to security incidents, ensuring effective remediation and root cause analysis Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and security audits Develop and enforce cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures aligned with frameworks such as NIST and ISO 27001 Manage and optimize security tools (SIEM, EDR/XDR, SOAR, firewalls, IDS/IPS, etc.) Support compliance with regulations (e.g., GDPR, NIS2) Collaborate with risk, legal, and IT teams to strengthen overall security posture Lead incident response activities and coordinate with SOC/CSIRT teams Provide guidance and mentoring to junior team members Support pre-sales activities and contribute to cybersecurity solution design Required Skills & Experience 7–10 years of experience in cybersecurity Strong expertise in: Incident detection, response, and forensics Network security (firewalls, VPN, IDS/IPS) Security monitoring (SIEM, EDR/XDR) Vulnerability management and penetration testing Experience with cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform Proficiency in Python (additional scripting languages are a plus) Solid knowledge of Linux and Windows environments Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks and standards (NIST, ISO 27001, NIS2, etc.) Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities Descrizione del ruolo Stiamo cercando un Esperto di Cybersecurity Senior con solide competenze tecniche e una visione strategica, capace di proteggere e migliorare la sicurezza dell’organizzazione. Il ruolo combina attività operative, progettazione architetturale e consulenza , collaborando con team tecnici e stakeholder aziendali. Responsabilità principali Progettare, implementare e mantenere architetture di sicurezza avanzate (IT, OT, Cloud, ambienti ibridi) Monitorare, rilevare e gestire incidenti di sicurezza, assicurando remediation efficace Eseguire vulnerability assessment, penetration test e audit di sicurezza Definire e applicare policy e procedure in linea con framework come NIST e ISO 27001 Gestire e ottimizzare strumenti di sicurezza (SIEM, EDR/XDR, SOAR, firewall, IDS/IPS) Supportare la conformità normativa (GDPR, NIS2, ecc.) Collaborare con team IT, risk e legali Coordinare le attività di incident response e collaborare con SOC/CSIRT Fornire mentoring a figure junior Supportare attività di pre-sales e progettazione di soluzioni cybersecurity Competenze richieste 7–10 anni di esperienza in cybersecurity Esperienza in: Incident response e forensics Sicurezza di rete (firewall, VPN, IDS/IPS) Monitoraggio (SIEM, EDR/XDR) Vulnerability management e penetration testing Esperienza su cloud come Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure o Google Cloud Platform Conoscenza di Python (altri linguaggi sono un plus) Ottima conoscenza di ambienti Linux e Windows Familiarità con standard e framework (NIST, ISO 27001, NIS2) Ottime capacità analitiche e di problem solving Capacità di lavorare sotto pressione Requisiti Laurea in Informatica, Sicurezza Informatica o discipline affini Certificazioni come CISSP, OSCP, CISM o CEH sono considerate un plus Profilo ideale Persona proattiva e orientata ai dettagli Ottime capacità comunicative Attitudine al lavoro in team e al mentoring Interesse continuo per le nuove minacce e tecnologie di sicurezza

Your Profile Essential skills/knowledge/experience: * 6 years of hands‑on experience supporting enterprise proxy or secure web gateway platforms. * Strong understanding of HTTP/HTTPS, TLS, certificates, encryption, and decryption processes. * Experience implementing and managing proxy policies for traffic inspection, filtering, and outbound control. * Solid foundation in networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, routing, load balancing). * Proven ability to troubleshoot complex proxy‑related user access and performance issues. * Experience working in production environments with change management and uptime requirements. * Ability to work independently on operational tasks within established architectural guidance. Desirable skills/knowledge/experience: * Experience with cloud‑delivered proxy or hybrid proxy environments. * Familiarity with identity‑centric access models, SSO, and device or user‑based policy enforcement. * Exposure to automation or scripting for proxy configuration or monitoring. * Working knowledge of compliance or regulatory requirements affecting outbound traffic and data handling. * Experience supporting globally distributed user populations. * Vendor‑specific proxy or network/security certifications. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. A multiple award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over consecutive years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.

At CGI, you will play a pivotal role in helping energy and utilities organisations plan, modernise, and future-proof their networks. As a trusted advisor, you will shape strategic decisions that improve network performance, resilience, and sustainability, combining deep industry expertise with innovative digital thinking. Working alongside leading experts, you will influence transformational programmes, translate complex challenges into clear, actionable insight, and help clients realise measurable outcomes while contributing to solutions that power communities and support the energy transition. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK ‘Best Employer’ by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you’ll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We’ll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. This is a hybrid position.