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At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.
Cadence is a pivotal leader in electronic design, building upon more than 30 years of computational software expertise. The company applies its underlying Intelligent System Design strategy to deliver software, hardware and IP that turn design concepts into reality.
Cadence customers are the world’s most innovative companies, delivering extraordinary electronic products from chips to boards to systems for the most dynamic market applications including consumer, hyperscale computing, 5G communications, automotive, aerospace industrial and health.
At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.
Job Title: Sr. Software Security Engineer
Location: Cork, Ireland
Reports to: Sreeni Kancharla; VP & CISO
Job Overview:
Cadence’s Information Security team is seeking a Sr. Software Security Engineer. This role will focus on Cloud and on-premise Software Security controls including WAF and CDN tools. This is a Security Development Operations role that will ensure security tool integration at the source code repositories (Perforce, Github etc.), build environment, and artifactory level. As a member of the Information Security team, this role will develop and support the secure software develop life cycle, including DAST, SAST, SCA, penetration testing, and attack surface management.
This role will interface directly with development teams. Of course, there is broad exposure to other aspects of information security related tasks such as incident response, vulnerability management, and deployment of security solutions. The successful candidate for this position is a highly motivated individual with a strong Application Development and DevOps background with hands-on experience in building software security within CI/CD.
Job Responsibilities:
• Perform operational support for AWS WAF configurations – updating whitelists and creating security automation web ACLs to protect Internet facing endpoints and applications.
• Perform operational support for Azure WAF configurations
• Automate Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST) in the CI/CD pipeline.
• Perform manual penetration tests on web applications
• Maintain Cloudflare DDOS protections and WAF configurations.
• Attend enterprise architecture reviews to standardize and secure new deployments
Job Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or engineering field or equivalent combination of education and relevant 3 – 5 years of experience
• Experience with GitHub, Perforce, GitLab
• Experience with SonaType, JFrog
• Good working knowledge in scripting language, Python, PowerShell, etc.
• Strong understanding of Linux/UNIX and Windows based operating systems and networks.
• A passion to learn and educate others on how to build secure software.
• Experience with CVE and CVSS vulnerability scoring
• Experience with Jira IT ticketing systems.
• US and EU Cybersecurity regulations
• Ability to work in a group setting and independently
Additional Skills/Preferences:
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Additional Information:
Strong working knowledge of Application security concepts and technologies such as:
• Experience in OWASP Top 10 and usage of common AppSec testing tools.
• Experience of Secure by Design concepts and threat modeling
• Knowledge of common security libraries, security controls, and common security flaws.
• Experience in application penetration testing techniques and tools
• Knowledge of application technologies including Web applications, Web services, XML, SOA, AJAX, JSON, and Web scanning tools
• Open Source Security (OSS) - Software Composition Analysis (SCA)
• Static Application Security Testing (SAST)
• Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST)
• Security Architecture Review - Threat Modeling
• AWS and Azure WAF Configuration and whitelisting
• Cloudflare DDOS configuration and operation
• Penetration testing with 3rd party vendors
• Host level vulnerability Scanning
• Web application security training course development and delivery
Cadence is committed to equal employment opportunity and employment equity throughout all levels of the organization. We strive to attract a qualified and diverse candidate pool and encourage diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Travel: If applicable, include an estimate of travel (e.g., “>10% domestic travel”).
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Sr. Software Security Engineer

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Cadence is a pivotal leader in electronic design, building upon more than 30 years of computational software expertise. The company applies its underlying Intelligent System Design strategy to deliver software, hardware and IP that turn design concepts into reality.
Cadence customers are the world's most innovative companies, delivering extraordinary electronic products from chips to boards to systems for the most dynamic market applications including consumer, hyperscale computing, 5G communications, automotive, aerospace industrial and health.
At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.
Job Title: Sr. Software Security Engineer
Location: Cork, Ireland
Reports to: Sreeni Kancharla; VP & CISO
Job Overview:
Cadence's Information Security team is seeking a Sr. Software Security Engineer. This role will focus on Cloud and on-premise Software Security controls including WAF and CDN tools. This is a Security Development Operations role that will ensure security tool integration at the source code repositories (Perforce, Github etc.), build environment, and artifactory level. As a member of the Information Security team, this role will develop and support the secure software develop life cycle, including DAST, SAST, SCA, penetration testing, and attack surface management.
This role will interface directly with development teams. Of course, there is broad exposure to other aspects of information security related tasks such as incident response, vulnerability management, and deployment of security solutions. The successful candidate for this position is a highly motivated individual with a strong Application Development and DevOps background with hands-on experience in building software security within CI/CD.
Job Responsibilities:
- Perform operational support for AWS WAF configurations - updating whitelists and creating security automation web ACLs to protect Internet facing endpoints and applications.
- Perform operational support for Azure WAF configurations
- Automate Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST) in the CI/CD pipeline.
- Perform manual penetration tests on web applications
- Maintain Cloudflare DDOS protections and WAF configurations.
- Attend enterprise architecture reviews to standardize and secure new deployments
Job Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or engineering field or equivalent combination of education and relevant 3 - 5 years of experience
- Experience with GitHub, Perforce, GitLab
- Experience with SonaType, JFrog
- Good working knowledge in scripting language, Python, PowerShell, etc.
- Strong understanding of Linux/UNIX and Windows based operating systems and networks.
- A passion to learn and educate others on how to build secure software.
- Experience with CVE and CVSS vulnerability scoring
- Experience with Jira IT ticketing systems.
- US and EU Cybersecurity regulations
- Ability to work in a group setting and independently
Additional Skills/Preferences:
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- SANS GIAC certifications
- Amazon Web Services, Azure, Google Cloud Platform
Additional Information:
Strong working knowledge of Application security concepts and technologies such as:
- Experience in OWASP Top 10 and usage of common AppSec testing tools.
- Experience of Secure by Design concepts and threat modeling
- Knowledge of common security libraries, security controls, and common security flaws.
- Experience in application penetration testing techniques and tools
- Knowledge of application technologies including Web applications, Web services, XML, SOA, AJAX, JSON, and Web scanning tools
- Open Source Security (OSS) - Software Composition Analysis (SCA)
- Static Application Security Testing (SAST)
- Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST)
- Security Architecture Review - Threat Modeling
- AWS and Azure WAF Configuration and whitelisting
- Cloudflare DDOS configuration and operation
- Manual Penetration Testing
- Penetration testing with 3rd party vendors
- Host level vulnerability Scanning
- Web application security training course development and delivery
Cadence is committed to equal employment opportunity and employment equity throughout all levels of the organization. We strive to attract a qualified and diverse candidate pool and encourage diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Travel: If applicable, include an estimate of travel (e.g., ">10% domestic travel").
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Network Security Engineer
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In the Americas, SMBC Group has a presence in the US, Canada, Ireland, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Peru. Backed by the capital strength of SMBC Group and the value of its relationships in Asia, the Group offers a range of commercial and investment banking services to its corporate, institutional, and municipal clients. It connects a diverse client base to local markets and the organization's extensive global network. The Group's operating companies in the Americas include Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. (SMBC), SMBC Nikko Securities America, Inc., SMBC Capital Markets, Inc., SMBC MANUBANK, JRI America, Inc., SMBC Leasing and Finance, Inc., Banco Sumitomo Mitsui Brasileiro S.A., and Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing Co., Ltd.
+ This is a hybrid role, requiring the successful candidate to attend our Tralee office.
+ Occasional scheduled Saturday work required.
**Role Description**
SMBC is seeking a Network Security Engineer who has a strong passion for Security Systems and is interested in building a career at a fast growing and reputable Bank. The Network Security Engineer will be responsible for configuring firewall rules, analyzing security events, and implementing robust security controls across systems and networks. This role involves close collaboration with cross-functional IT teams to ensure effective protection strategies are seamlessly integrated into infrastructure operations.
The ideal candidate will also have opportunities to serve as a subject matter expert, leveraging their technical expertise to resolve complex challenges while navigating established policies, standards, and governance frameworks.
This role will report to the Security Systems Engineer Team Lead
**Role Objectives: Delivery**
+ Works with internal IT Application, Infrastructure, Network and Support teams to ensure that security controls are implemented at all significant and relevant phases of IT processes.
+ Configures firewall rulebase and objects.
+ Configures system and network related parameters.
+ Performs IDS/IPS configuration, updates and tuning.
+ Participates in incident response and investigations; tracks and documents the remediation process.
+ Coordinates and performs security audits and vulnerability assessments to determine internal security procedures and compliance requirements.
+ Reviews security event log data and investigates anomalies.
+ Implements and supports information security solutions including security architectures, change and configuration management and security product integration.
+ Performs testing to evaluate new products for network and system controls.
+ Provides training to Help Desk staff on access request procedures.
+ Adheres to project management methodology/SDLC/PLC processes as it relates to projects and their implementation.
**Qualifications and Skills**
+ 2 years experience supporting IT Security tools and applications.
+ Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field.
+ Process documentation, flow charting and re-engineering experience.
+ Some Project Management Experience a plus.
+ Encryption technologies and PKI infrastructure.
+ Knowledge of Information Security regulatory requirements, codes and industry guidance such as such as NIST 800-53, ISO27001, CIS and Cobit.
+ Ability to utilize resources to contribute valuable input to Information Security projects and Risk Assessments, e.g. ISACA, CIS, FS-ISAC.
+ Networking technologies (TCP/IP/etc.) and protocols (SSL, SSH, LDAP, SMTP, DNS, etc.).
+ Microsoft Active Directory.
+ Familiarity with security monitoring concepts.
+ Administration of more than Palo Alto Firewall, Checkpoint Firewall, Imperva Waf, Tufin.
+ Have strong verbal and written communication skills.
+ Ability to demonstrate a self-motivated and disciplined approach to learning and working.
+ Ability to work in a team environment and demonstrate leadership skills when needed.
+ Possess a highly developed sense of personal accountability and follow-through with an ability to effectively prioritize multiple personal tasks, projects, and goals.
**Additional Requirements**
SMBC's employees participate in a hybrid workforce model that provides employees with an opportunity to work from home, as well as, from an SMBC office. SMBC requires that employees live within a reasonable commuting distance of their office location. Prospective candidates will learn more about their specific hybrid work schedule during their interview process.
SMBC provides reasonable accommodations during candidacy for applicants with disabilities consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please let us know at
Cloud Security Engineer

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In the Americas, SMBC Group has a presence in the US, Canada, Ireland, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Peru. Backed by the capital strength of SMBC Group and the value of its relationships in Asia, the Group offers a range of commercial and investment banking services to its corporate, institutional, and municipal clients. It connects a diverse client base to local markets and the organization's extensive global network. The Group's operating companies in the Americas include Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. (SMBC), SMBC Nikko Securities America, Inc., SMBC Capital Markets, Inc., SMBC MANUBANK, JRI America, Inc., SMBC Leasing and Finance, Inc., Banco Sumitomo Mitsui Brasileiro S.A., and Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing Co., Ltd.
+ This is a hybrid role, requiring the successful candidate to attend our Tralee office.
+ Weekend and late-night work will be required on occasion for support.
**Role Description**
SMBC is seeking a Cloud Security Engineer who has a strong passion for Security Systems and is interested in building a career at a fast growing and reputable Bank. The Cloud Security Engineer will assist with various duties including installing and configure servers, storage devices, network and telecommunications equipment. You will perform upgrades and maintenance on all IT infrastructure hardware. You will be given opportunities to participate on installations and configure server operating systems, database software, file server structure and protocols, email servers, authentication servers, back-up systems and firewalls. The successful candidate will play a key role in monitoring system performance daily and provide support on all IT infrastructure-related issues. This role will report to the Team Lead of Security Cloud Engineering.
**Role Objectives**
+ Administration some of the following Security Applications (multiple required): Azure AD, WIZ, O365 (Security), Sentinel, Proofpoint, Google Cloud (GCP), AWS, Azure Data Bricks, O365 Messaging (Security), O365 Compliance Center, WORM, Defender for Cloud, Crowdstrike
+ Provision services and accounts for new users.
+ Manage software library and perform updates as needed.
+ Run monitoring and reporting utilities, operations logs and access auditing tools.
+ Monitor system performance daily and generate reports on key metrics such as storage capacity, server resource utilization, connectivity and uptime, back-up performance and incident logs.
+ Provide support on all IT infrastructure-related issues and escalation support for all other IT departments.
+ Collaborate incident response for any major outages.
+ Maintain disaster recovery systems and implement DR plans as needed.
+ Support other IT departments requiring additional expertise to resolve user issues or provide internal support on system performance or maintenance needs.
+ Coordinate incident response with all engineers and system owners during outages.
+ Engage with other IT infrastructure teams to install hardware, configure devices and policies, and perform upgrades and maintenance.
+ Coordinate incident response with all engineers and system owners during outages.
+ Partner with application, web administration, database and other development focused teams to monitor and maintain IT infrastructure supporting their platforms.
+ Work with disaster recovery, storage management, and cyber security architects to maintain systems, hardware and policy configurations supporting their designs.
**Qualifications and Skills**
+ Demonstrate understanding of IT infrastructure hardware, cloud service platforms, operating systems, virtual environments and configuration tools.
+ Display familiarity with application integration, update and change management, database design and structures, system deployments and automated reporting and monitoring tools.
+ Exhibit knowledge of regulations regarding data security and retention, anti-virus tools and protection models, network security and access protocols
+ Show ability to support projects across multiple functions and divisions and coordinate incident response while providing clear communications to affected parties.
+ Have strong verbal and written communication skills.
+ Ability to demonstrate a self-motivated and disciplined approach to learning and working.
+ Ability to work in a team environment and demonstrate leadership skills when needed.
+ Possess a highly developed sense of personal accountability and follow-through with an ability to effectively prioritize multiple personal tasks, projects, and goals.
+ Ability to utilize resources to contribute valuable input to Information Security projects and Risk Assessments, (e.g. ISACA, CIS, FS-ISAC).
+ Basic knowledge of security monitoring concepts.
+ 3 years of experience highly desired
SMBC's employees participate in a hybrid workforce model that provides employees with an opportunity to work from home, as well as, from an SMBC office. SMBC requires that employees live within a reasonable commuting distance of their office location. Prospective candidates will learn more about their specific hybrid work schedule during their interview process.
SMBC provides reasonable accommodations during candidacy for applicants with disabilities consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please let us know at
Sr. Network Security Engineer

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As a Sr. Network Security Engineer, you will be part of Network and Workforce Engineering organization. This position will support network security objectives including but not limited to on-prem and cloud firewalls, web application firewalls and zero trust architecture. This position will report to the Head of Global Networking and Security.
This is a position located in either Dublin or Cork, Ireland. You will be required to be onsite on an as-needed basis. We are only considering candidates within a commutable distance to one of the two locations and are not offering relocation assistance at this time.
**_About the Role:_**
+ Support existing on-prem and cloud-based firewalls with both ticket-based and project-based work.
+ Work as a member of cross functional teams to produce secure technical solutions to meet business requirements.
+ Serve as a Subject Matter Expert on all Network Security issues.
+ Support load balancers in our cloud providers.
+ Support Web Application Firewalls.
+ Support both client based and site to site Virtual Private Network solutions.
+ Participate in an on-call rotation (approx. 1 week/mo.).
+ Serve as escalation point for all network security issues.
**_About You_** **_:_**
+ 4+ years' experience with Next Generation Firewalls (Fortinet strongly preferred).
+ 4+ years' experience with cloud networking and AWS network firewall.
+ 4+ years' experience with layer 7 load balancers (Avi/AWS strongly preferred).
+ 3+ years' experience implementing and managing Web Application Firewalls (AWS strongly preferred).
+ Intermediate knowledge of TCP/IP routing, and network switching.
+ Strong understanding of TCP/IP troubleshooting techniques including decoding packet captures.
+ Strong customer service focus.
+ Experience working with globally distributed teams.
+ Strong documentation skills.
+ Preferred: AWS or GCP network/security certifications.
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**_Company Overview_**
McAfee is a leader in personal security for consumers. Focused on protecting people, not just devices, McAfee consumer solutions adapt to users' needs in an always online world, empowering them to live securely through integrated, intuitive solutions that protects their families and communities with the right security at the right moment.
**_Company Benefits and Perks:_**
We work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone at McAfee to bring their authentic selves to work every day. We offer a variety of social programs, flexible work hours and family-friendly benefits to all of our employees.
+ Bonus Program
+ Pension and Retirement Plans
+ Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
+ Paid Time Off
+ Paid Parental Leave
+ Support for Community Involvement
We're serious about our commitment to diversity which is why McAfee prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status.
Staff Security Engineer, Cloud and Network Security

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_We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business._
**Corporate Overview**
Proofpoint is a leading cybersecurity company protecting organizations' greatest assets and biggest risks: vulnerabilities in people. With an integrated suite of cloud-based solutions, Proofpoint helps companies around the world stop targeted threats, safeguard their data, and make their users more resilient against cyber-attacks. Leading organizations of all sizes, including more than half of the Fortune 1000, rely on Proofpoint for people-centric security and compliance solutions mitigating their most critical risks across email, the cloud, social media, and the web.
We are singularly devoted to helping our customers protect their greatest assets and biggest security risk: their people. That's why we're a leader in next-generation cybersecurity. Protection Starts with People. #Proofpoint.
**The Role**
We are looking for a seasoned Staff Security Engineer to lead security initiatives across our Cloud, Enterprise IT infrastructure and network security architecture. This role is critical to ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our corporate systems and data. The ideal candidate will bring a strategic mindset, hands-on expertise, and the ability to work across IT, security, and business teams to strengthen our overall security posture.
Based in Cork, this key role will drive key product and application security engineering initiatives for Proofpoint Product portfolio.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Enterprise IT Security: Design and implement security controls for endpoint management, identity and access management (IAM), mobile device management (MDM), and SaaS platforms
- Network Security: Develop and manage secure network architectures including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, NAC, and segmentation strategies
- Zero Trust & Access Control: Architect and enforce Zero Trust principles across networks and enterprise systems
- Monitoring & Incident Response: Lead detection and response capabilities for enterprise and network threats, including SIEM tuning and security analytics
- Risk & Compliance: Conduct risk assessments, policy enforcement, and ensure compliance with standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2, and internal security policies
- Automation & Hardening: Automate infrastructure security tasks and enforce system hardening and configuration baselines
- Collaboration & Leadership: Partner with IT, legal, compliance, and business stakeholders to drive security strategy and execution
- Mentorship: Guide junior engineers and IT team members in secure practices and technology choice
**What You Bring to the Team**
- Extensive IT security and network engineering roles, with increasing responsibility
- Technical Skills: Deep knowledge of enterprise IT environments, Active Directory, networking protocols, VPNs, firewalls, endpoint security, and patch management
- Security Tools: Familiarity with SIEMs, EDR solutions, vulnerability scanners, MDM platforms, and network security appliances
- Certifications: Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CCNP Security, GIAC) are a strong plus
- Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
**Why Proofpoint**
Protecting people is at the heart of our award-winning lineup of cybersecurity solutions, and the people who work here are the key to our success. We're a customer-focused and a driven-to-win organization with leading-edge products. We are an inclusive, diverse, multinational company that believes in culture fit, but more importantly 'culture-add', and we strongly encourage people from all walks of life to apply.
We believe in hiring the best and the brightest to help cultivate our culture of collaboration and appreciation. Apply today and explore your future at Proofpoint! #LifeAtProofpoint
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_If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!_
Proofpoint has been honored with six Best Places to Work Awards in 2024 by workplace culture leader Comparably, including Best Company Career Growth, Best Company Outlook, Best Global Culture, Best Engineering Teams, Best Sales Teams, and Best HR Teams.
We are the leader in human-centric cybersecurity. Half a million customers, including 87 of the Fortune 100, rely on Proofpoint to protect their organizations. We're driven by a mission to stay ahead of bad actors and safeguard the digital world. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.
Our BRAVE Values:
At Proofpoint, we are BRAVE in everything we do, and our values aren't just words-they shape how we work, collaborate, and grow.
We seek people who are bold enough to challenge the status quo, responsive in the face of ever-evolving threats, and accountable for delivering real impact.
We value those with a visionary mindset who anticipate what's next and push cybersecurity forward, and we celebrate exceptional execution that ensures we continue to defend data and protect people.
Proofpoint is an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.
Find your network, your allies, and your biggest fans. We know that work is simply better when you're surrounded by people who inspire you-who share ideas, cheer you on, and genuinely want to see you succeed. That's why we offer social circles, sponsored networks, and connection points across teams and time zones-to help you find your people, build your community, and thrive together.
This isn't just a job-it's a mission to protect people and defend data in a world that never slows down. We're building the future of human-centric cybersecurity, and that future belongs to all of us. We take ownership, move fast, and hold ourselves accountable-because that's what it takes to stay ahead. And we do it together, winning as one.
Be empowered to reach your full potential through meaningful challenges and personalized support-designed around you and your goals. Whether you're growing as a leader or leveling up from great to exceptional as an individual contributor, we're here to help you get there.
Proofpoint is an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.
Staff Information Security Engineer (Incident Response)

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We are the leader in human-centric cybersecurity. Half a million customers, including 87 of the Fortune 100, rely on Proofpoint to protect their organizations. We're driven by a mission to stay ahead of bad actors and safeguard the digital world. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.
How We Work:
At Proofpoint, you'll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity, guided by our BRAVE core values: Bold in how we dream and innovate, Responsive to feedback, challenges, and opportunities, Accountable for results and best-in-class outcomes, Visionary in future-focused problem-solving, Exceptional in execution and impact.
**About Proofpoint**
At Proofpoint, we are committed to protecting organizations and individuals from cyber threats through innovative security solutions. Our mission is to safeguard our customers from advanced threats, phishing attacks, and data breaches with cutting-edge technology and a global team of security experts.
**Role Overview**
We are seeking an experienced **Information** **Security Engineer** to join our global security team in Cork, Ireland. This is a critical role within our **Cyber Incident Response Team (CIRT)** , responsible for managing and responding to security incidents across our global operations. You will serve as an **escalation point for our 24/7 Security Operations Center (SOC)** and play a key role in the automation, orchestration, and enhancement of our security incident response capabilities.
This position requires deep expertise in cybersecurity, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. If you thrive in a role where you can actively **defend against cyber threats, conduct threat hunting, and drive security automation** , this opportunity is for you.
**Key Responsibilities**
+ **Incident Response & Escalation:**
+ Act as the **L3 escalation point** for high-severity security incidents within the **global 24/7 SOC** .
+ Lead **complex investigations** into advanced cyber threats, including malware outbreaks, targeted attacks, and persistent threats.
+ Provide **expert-level guidance** on containment, mitigation, and remediation strategies.
+ **Threat Hunting & Threat Assessment:**
+ Proactively hunt for **hidden threats** within enterprise networks using threat intelligence and behavioral analytics.
+ Develop and refine **threat detection rules** to improve SOC visibility.
+ Assess emerging threats and provide actionable recommendations to enhance security posture.
+ **Security Automation & Orchestration:**
+ Design and implement **automated workflows** to enhance security event triage and response.
+ Leverage **SOAR (Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response) platforms** to streamline incident response.
+ Work with **SIEM (Security Information and Event Management)** tools to optimize log ingestion and alerting mechanisms.
+ **Security Tooling & Continuous Improvement:**
+ Collaborate with security architects and engineers to **enhance detection and response capabilities** .
+ Perform **root cause analysis** on security incidents and recommend improvements to security controls.
+ Stay updated on **industry best practices** and evolving attack techniques to ensure effective defenses.
**Required Qualifications & Experience**
+ **Extensive hands-on experience** in **Cybersecurity Incident Response** or Security Operations.
+ Strong background in **SOC operations, SIEM, threat intelligence, and digital forensics** .
+ Expertise in investigating **malware, phishing, web attacks, insider threats, and advanced persistent threats (APTs)** .
+ Experience working with **security automation and orchestration tools (SOAR)** .
+ Familiarity with scripting languages such as **Python, PowerShell, or Bash** for security automation.
+ Strong understanding of **MITRE ATT&CK framework** , TTPs (Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures), and cyber kill chain.
+ Hands-on experience with **cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP)** is a plus.
+ Certifications such as **GCIH, GCFA, CISSP, CISM, or OSCP** are highly desirable.
+ Ability to work in a fast-paced, global environment and **collaborate with cross-functional teams** .
**Why Proofpoint**
Protecting people is at the heart of our award-winning lineup of cybersecurity solutions, and the people who work here are the key to our success. We're a customer-focused and a driven-to-win organization with leading-edge products. We are an inclusive, diverse, multinational company that believes in culture fit, but more importantly 'culture-add', and we strongly encourage people from all walks of life to apply.
We believe in hiring the best and the brightest to help cultivate our culture of collaboration and appreciation. If you're an experienced governance and compliance leader with a passion for building teams and driving security excellence, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply today and explore your future at Proofpoint! #LifeAtProofpoint
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Why Proofpoint? At Proofpoint, we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons you'll love working with us:
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits
- Learning & Development: We are committed to the growth and development of our team members, offering a range of programs including leadership and professional development workshops, stretch project assignments, and mentoring opportunities to help employees reach their full potential.
- Flexible work environment: (Remote options, hybrid schedules, flexible hours, etc.).
- Annual wellness and community outreach days
- Always on recognition for your contributions
- Global collaboration and networking opportunities
Our Culture:
Our culture is rooted in values that inspire belonging, empower purpose and drive success-every day, for everyone. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please reach out to . How to Apply Interested? Submit your application here . We can't wait to hear from you!
Proofpoint has been honored with six Best Places to Work Awards in 2024 by workplace culture leader Comparably, including Best Company Career Growth, Best Company Outlook, Best Global Culture, Best Engineering Teams, Best Sales Teams, and Best HR Teams.
We are the leader in human-centric cybersecurity. Half a million customers, including 87 of the Fortune 100, rely on Proofpoint to protect their organizations. We're driven by a mission to stay ahead of bad actors and safeguard the digital world. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.
Our BRAVE Values:
At Proofpoint, we are BRAVE in everything we do, and our values aren't just words-they shape how we work, collaborate, and grow.
We seek people who are bold enough to challenge the status quo, responsive in the face of ever-evolving threats, and accountable for delivering real impact.
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Security Systems Engineer
Posted 2 days ago
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In the Americas, SMBC Group has a presence in the US, Canada, Ireland, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Peru. Backed by the capital strength of SMBC Group and the value of its relationships in Asia, the Group offers a range of commercial and investment banking services to its corporate, institutional, and municipal clients. It connects a diverse client base to local markets and the organization's extensive global network. The Group's operating companies in the Americas include Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. (SMBC), SMBC Nikko Securities America, Inc., SMBC Capital Markets, Inc., SMBC MANUBANK, JRI America, Inc., SMBC Leasing and Finance, Inc., Banco Sumitomo Mitsui Brasileiro S.A., and Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing Co., Ltd.
+ This is a hybrid role, requiring the successful candidate to attend our Tralee office.
+ Occasional scheduled Saturday work required.
**Role Description**
SMBC is seeking a Security Systems Engineer who has a strong passion for Security Systems and is interested in building a career at a fast growing and reputable Bank. Security Systems Engineer role is part of a team responsible for administering security projects designed to safeguard the bank's information systems. The Engineer focuses on defining and documenting projects, creating and executing project plans, engaging in project cost management, resource management and performing periodic reporting. Acts as a subject matter expert who uses expertise to resolve complex problems in consideration of established policies, guidelines or processes.
This role will report to the This role will report to the Security Systems Engineer Team Lead
**Role Objectives: Delivery**
+ Some experience in process documentation and project management.
+ Functional knowledge of some of the following: Unix, Linux, Windows 10/11, Windows 2016/19 Server, Sharepoint, MS O365, Microsoft Active Directory and Azure, SQL and Oracle.
+ Databases, Certificate Management, Privileged Access Management.
+ Ability to utilize resources to contribute valuable input to Information Security projects and Risk Assessments, (e.g. ISACA, CIS, FS-ISAC).
+ Basic knowledge of security monitoring concepts.
+ Highly developed sense of accountability and follow through with discipline to effectively prioritize multiple tasks within the context of conflicting deadlines and changing priorities.
+ Ability to raise awareness and issues to executive leadership, engage leaders and stakeholders in understanding their roles in delivering enterprise Change, Configuration and Release Management processes.
+ Ability to communicate effectively to all levels in the organization and adapt information delivery based on audience.
+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to articulate concepts and ideas to business and technology staff.
+ Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problem, and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness.
+ Knowledge and Administration of some of the following Security Applications (multiple required): CyberArk, Ivanti Application and Device Control, Imprivata, Centrify, Vasco, Varonis,
+ Imperva, SEIM Solutions, UIPath, Crowdstrike, Forescout, Illumio, PolicyPak.
**Qualifications and Skills**
+ 3-5 years experience supporting IT Security tools and applications.
+ Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field.
+ Minimum one year secure browser understanding and administration (eg. island.io).
+ Process documentation, flow charting and re-engineering experience.
+ Some Project Management Experience a plus.
+ Encryption technologies and PKI infrastructure.
+ Knowledge of Information Security regulatory requirements, codes and industry guidance such as NIST 800-53, ISO27001, CIS and Cobit.
+ Ability to utilize resources to contribute valuable input to Information Security projects and Risk Assessments, e.g. ISACA, CIS, FS-ISAC.
+ Networking technologies (TCP/IP/etc.) and protocols (SSL, SSH, LDAP, SMTP, DNS, etc.).
+ Unix, Linux, and Windows Operating Systems.
+ Microsoft Active Directory, Azure Active Directory.
+ Familiarity with security monitoring concepts.
+ Have strong verbal and written communication skills.
+ Ability to demonstrate a self-motivated and disciplined approach to learning and working.
+ Ability to work in a team environment and demonstrate leadership skills when needed.
+ Possess a highly developed sense of personal accountability and follow-through with an ability to effectively prioritize multiple personal tasks, projects, and goals.
**Additional Requirements**
SMBC's employees participate in a hybrid workforce model that provides employees with an opportunity to work from home, as well as, from an SMBC office. SMBC requires that employees live within a reasonable commuting distance of their office location. Prospective candidates will learn more about their specific hybrid work schedule during their interview process.
SMBC provides reasonable accommodations during candidacy for applicants with disabilities consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please let us know at
Embedded Security Software Engineer - Cork, Ireland

Posted 4 days ago
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QT Technologies Ireland Limited
**Job Area:**
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering
**General Summary:**
**About The Role**
As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of what's possible to enable next-generation experiences and drives digital transformation to help create a smarter, connected future for all. As a Qualcomm Software Engineer, you will design, develop, create, modify, and validate embedded and cloud edge software, applications, and/or specialized utility programs that launch cutting-edge, world class products that meet and exceed customer needs. Qualcomm Software Engineers collaborate with systems, hardware, architecture, test engineers, and other teams to design system-level software solutions and obtain information on performance requirements and interfaces.
Please note this is **NOT** a Cybersecurity role
**Principal Duties and Responsibilities:**
+ Design and develop scalable security software features.
+ Clearly define HW/SW contract to achieve strong security goals.
+ Ensure implementation is in-line with the standards.
+ Provide long term vision to software security roadmap.
**Minimum Qualifications:**
+ Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.
+ Security Engineering experience or related work experience.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ 1-5 years of relevant experience id ideal
+ Expert level understanding of ARM security architecture
+ Experienced in designing / developing scalable embedded software
+ Must have strong C/C++ programming skills (RUST is a plus)
+ Strong understanding of operating system and memory management fundamentals.
+ Must be able to work in cross functional environment.
+ Strong written and verbal communication skills
**What's on Offer**
Apart from working in an open, relaxed and collaborative space, you will enjoy:
+ Salary, stock and performance related bonus
+ Maternity/Paternity Leave
+ Employee stock purchase scheme
+ Matching pension scheme
+ Education Assistance
+ Relocation and immigration support (if needed)
+ Life, Medical, Income and Travel Insurance
+ Subsidised memberships for physical and mental well-being
+ Bicycle purchase scheme
+ Employee run clubs, including, running, football, chess, badminton + many more
**Minimum Qualifications:**
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
OR
Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ year of Software Engineering or related work experience.
OR
PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.
- 2+ years of academic or work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.
*References to a particular number of years experience are for indicative purposes only. Applications from candidates with equivalent experience will be considered, provided that the candidate can demonstrate an ability to fulfill the principal duties of the role and possesses the required competencies.
Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here ( . Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries).
Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.
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If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers ( .
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