Senior Cybersecurity Engineer – 14219

Veritaz is a leading IT staffing solutions provider in Sweden, committed to advancing individual careers and aiding employers in securing the perfect talent fit. With a proven track record of successful partnerships with top companies, we have rapidly grown our presence in the USA, Europe, and Sweden as a dependable and trusted resource within the IT industry. Assignment Description: We are looking for a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer to join our dynamic team. What you will work on: • Understand stakeholder needs and translate them into precise technical specifications and functional requirements. • Design, develop, test, and implement cybersecurity solutions within the assigned technology scope. • Manage and optimize Microsoft Defender XDR, Defender for Endpoint, and Microsoft Sentinel environments. • Develop and maintain technical documentation to support solution delivery and operational excellence. • Identify and propose new functionality, automation opportunities, and efficiency improvements. • Support operational teams in incident response, monitoring, and proactive threat detection activities. • Lead small to medium projects or processes, providing technical direction and mentoring to junior professionals. • Collaborate closely with cross-functional and global teams to ensure alignment with cybersecurity best practices and organizational objectives. What you bring: • Proven expertise in Microsoft Defender XDR, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, and Microsoft Sentinel. • Strong SIEM experience and a solid understanding of threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability assessment. • Professional background from large, global organizations, with the ability to work independently and manage complex projects. • Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal; Swedish proficiency is an advantage. • Deep knowledge of security best practices, cyber defense principles, and compliance frameworks. • Analytical problem-solving mindset with the ability to assess data, identify patterns, and implement effective solutions. • Strong collaboration and teamwork abilities, fostering knowledge sharing and cross-team engagement. • Familiarity with scripting and automation (e.g., PowerShell, Python) for incident response and process optimization. • Detail-oriented documentation skills and a structured approach to maintaining operational transparency. • Relevant Microsoft or Azure security certifications are highly desirable. • Meriting experience with CNAPP, Defender for OT, Linux, and DevOps (CI/CD pipelines, GitHub). • Demonstrated ability to apply a product-led approach and continuous improvement mindset in cybersecurity operations