Cyber Defense Specialist

JOB PURPOSE Reporting to the Cyber Defense Senior Manager in Explora Journeys, our recently launched Luxury Cruises line of MSC, the Cyber Defense Specialist will execute and deliver cyber security projects on shoreside environments and help accelerate Explora journey to protect computer systems, networks, and data. The successful candidate will also update and tune security tools. (es. Firewall, XDR, Proxy). The role involves assistance and remote support to the incident response cyber unit. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES •Operate and optimize security tooling/products, including security email gateway, firewall, IDS/IPS, web security gateway, emergency detect and response, logging and auditing, event and incident management, privileged access management and authentication. •Update documentation and maintain security controls and tools as needed. •Support the implementation of new security controls and software.•Supports IT during patching and vulnerability remediation phases.•Analyze and respond to previously undisclosed software and hardware vulnerabilities. •Support IT and Users during technical troubleshooting.• Participate in the Incident response process.•Review on a continuous improvement of configurations to increase level of security and protection. •Performs other duties as assigned.•Availability to Travel (10% of the time) QUALIFICATIONS (skills, competencies, experience) •A degree in computer science, IT, Computer engineering or related qualification.•Minimum 5+ years' of experience in network security or another cybersecurity role.•Good Knowledge of operating systems' administration and of network security technologies (e.g. security email gateway, firewall, IDS/IPS, web security gateway, emergency detect and response, etc.).•Ability to manage multiple engagements & competing priorities in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environment.•Italian as primary language, fluent English, French is a plus•Available to support on call operation activities during non-standard working hours.•Adaptable individual and Team player.•Knowledge and/or certification on following solutions is considered a plus: AWS Cloud Services, AWS Systems Manager, AWS Audit Manager, Cisco Meraki, Palo Alto, Proofpoint, Zscaler, Checkpoint, Microsoft Azure/O365, Splunk.•The following certifications are considered a plus: AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, AWS Certified Security, CompTIA Security+, Cisco CCNA, SANS GIAC. VISA REQUIREMENTS (if any) •Right to work in the Italy