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Cyber Security Specialist

Airbus

Amsterdam, North Holland, NetherlandsOn Site

Original Job Summary

Job Description

Airbus Netherlands B.V. seeks a Cyber Security Specialist to join our IT department in Leiden, The Netherlands. In this role, you will support our space business by performing risk analysis, security assessments, and implementing countermeasures to protect critical IT assets.

Responsibilities

  • Provide input for the yearly security improvement plan.
  • Identify and assess assets requiring protection.
  • Perform security risk analyses and design countermeasures.
  • Define project plans and select appropriate suppliers.
  • Monitor implemented solutions to identify new vulnerabilities.
  • Assess cybersecurity maturity and propose improvements.
  • Participate in incident response and security incident management.
  • Stay up-to-date with cybersecurity trends and technologies.

Requirements

  • Experience or education in the complete Cyber Security landscape.
  • 1-2 years of hands-on cybersecurity experience.
  • Familiarity with security standards and regulations.
  • Proficiency in network security, operating systems, and security tools.
  • Excellent English communication skills; Dutch preferred.
  • Residency in The Netherlands and the ability to pass security clearance.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and PME pension fund participation.
  • 27 holidays + 13 ADV days for full time employment.
  • Flexibility in working hours and location.
  • Easily accessible head office near Leiden Central Station.
  • Additional benefits including commuting allowance, bicycle plan, and company fitness plan.

Key skills/competency

  • cybersecurity
  • risk analysis
  • network security
  • compliance
  • incident response
  • security clearance
  • vulnerability assessment
  • IT security
  • operating systems
  • security standards

How to Get Hired at Airbus

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research Airbus's culture: Study their mission, values, and recent projects.
  • Customize your resume: Highlight cybersecurity skills and certifications.
  • Prepare for technical interviews: Practice risk analysis and incident response scenarios.
  • Network on LinkedIn: Connect with current Airbus IT professionals.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review latest cybersecurity risk assessment methods.
Familiarize with security standards and compliance tools.
Practice incident response and security monitoring exercises.
Update knowledge on firewall and IDS technologies.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a past team project challenge.
Explain decision-making during an incident.
How do you manage conflicting priorities?
Discuss handling feedback in a technical setting.