Security Analyst

Summary

Join Appfire's Information Security team as a Threat and Vulnerability Management (TVM) Security Analyst. Monitor, assess, and mitigate security risks, supporting security incident and event management. Identify vulnerabilities, analyze threats, and implement security measures to protect information systems. Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) is preferred. Professional development is expected to maintain skills. Work remotely from anywhere in Poland. The role involves threat management, vulnerability assessment, incident response, risk management, security awareness training, and compliance.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field is preferred
• 3-5 years of experience in cybersecurity or a related field
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, network security, and threat management tools
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex data to identify security threats and vulnerabilities
• Strong problem-solving skills to develop and implement effective security solutions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Proactively identify, assess, and manage security threats to the organization’s information systems and networks
• Develop and implement threat management strategies, including threat hunting, analysis, and response
• Leverage threat intelligence sources to understand the evolving threat landscape and to support adjusting defenses accordingly
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate and mitigate potential threats before they can impact the organization
• Ensure effective communication of threat information to relevant stakeholders and provide recommendations for mitigating actions
• Conduct regular vulnerability scans on the organization’s IT infrastructure to identify weaknesses
• Analyze scan results and security assessments to determine the risk level of identified vulnerabilities
• Working cross-functionally to prioritize vulnerabilities based on their potential impact and likelihood of exploitation
• Help develop and execute incident response plans
• Support the investigation of security events and incidents to determine their cause, impact, and necessary remediation steps
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to contain and mitigate threats
• Evaluate and recommend security controls and countermeasures to reduce risk
• Help develop security policies, procedures, and standards to ensure consistent protection across the organization
• Report on the organization’s security posture, providing insights and recommendations to senior management
• Contribute to the development and delivery of security awareness and work with teams across the organization to ensure security policies and procedures are understood and followed
• Ensure compliance with relevant security standards and regulations (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC2, GDPR, NIST)
• Participate in security audits and assessments to verify compliance and identify areas for improvement

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity and hands-on experience with cloud security tools and technologies in AWS, Azure or GCP
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CySA+, CEH, CompTIA Security+, or cloud-specific certifications are preferred
• You are dedicated to elevating client and co-worker experiences , knowing that exceptional work centers on serving others
• You adapt swiftly to new business demands , understanding that change fuels collective and individual growth
• You excel in communication, effectively connecting in remote/hybrid environments using tools like Slack, Zoom, and G Suite and through occasional in-person events
• You have exceptional coaching , mentoring , and people development skills

Benefits

• Salary Ranges: Perm (UoP) 13,000 - 15,500 PLN gross/month
• Every Appfire employee is eligible for company equity
• Home Office allowance – 200 PLN/month to cover your electricity and internet bills
• MyBenefit Platform – 150 PLN/month to spend on shopping, culture and entertainment, Multisport, travel, and more
• Lunch Card – 300 PLN/month to spend on groceries/restaurants (excluding alcohol and other excise duties items)
• Access to the Appfire University learning platform – a hub of knowledge, interactive resources, and engaging instructor-led courses designed to fuel your learning journey with unparalleled depth and accessibility
• English language courses
• 26 working days of paid annual leave, regardless of years of experience
• Wellness Days – additional time off each month to recharge and take care of yourself
• Private healthcare
• Life Insurance
• 3 fully paid days each year to participate in Appfire Town, Appfire’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Program
• Indefinite Employment contract from day one, no trial periods