Senior Security Engineer (Automation) – Financial Services – Dublin 2 (WFH/onsite hybrid)
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At a glance
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Location
- Ireland · Remote within Ireland
- Workplace
- Remote
- Category
- Security
What you'll be doing
Senior Security Engineer (Automation) role in a global financial institution's Dublin hub. Focus on cybersecurity, automation, and infrastructure security. Hybrid onsite/WFH model. Requires 10 years' hands-on cybersecurity experience, scripting (Bash/Python/Shell), and exposure to IaC tools like Terraform/Ansible.
- Join the Security Team responsible for cybersecurity across Engineering and Network Architecture
- Develop automation using scripting across multiple teams
- Maintain service availability for internal customers, review changes, and automate processes
- Manage pipelines of internal ongoing improvements and policies
Key requirements
Must-have
- 10 years of commercial hands-on cybersecurity experience
- Demonstrated track record of automating security processes
- Scripting knowledge (Bash, Python, Shell)
- Exceptional communication skills
- Ability to work onsite in Dublin 2 when required
Nice-to-have
- Exposure to Terraform
- Exposure to Ansible
- Policy as Code experience
- Experience in the Financial Services sector
Experience: 10 years
Role signals
- Technical focus
- security automation, scripting, infrastructure security
- Hands-on vs management
- Hands-on
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Full job description
Senior Security Engineer (Automation) – Financial Services – Dublin 2 (WFH/onsite hybrid)
Our client is a global Financial Institution, with its Dublin base managing acting as European hub for various subsidiaries. They have engaged us to speak to Senior Security Engineers with hands on experience working with networking, firewall, Infrastructure and endpoint security ideally within the Financial Services Sector. Additional experience across Automation (utilising scripting) and knowledge of IaC a benefit.
*The role: *
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To join the Security Team (responsible for cybersecurity across Engineering and Network Architecture)
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Automation development utilising scripting experience across multiple teams
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Based in Dublin 2 with a hybrid onsite/work from home model
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Maintain focus on availability of services for internal customers, reviewing changes and automating processes
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Manage pipelines of internal ongoing improvements and policies
** *Requirements: *
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10 years of commercial hands on Cybersecurity experience, with a demonstrated track record of Automating Security processes
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Scripting knowledge, Bash/Python/Shell within a related environment
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Exposure to additional tools such as Terraform/Ansible most welcome plus Policy as Code ideal
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Exceptional communication skills and ability to work onsite when required (Dublin 2)
Please note we can only accept applications from candidates eligible to work in the EU.
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Interview prep pack
Grounded in this listing. Use it to prepare examples before you apply.
Your interview focus
Based on this listing, the role is for a Senior Security Engineer focused on automating security processes within a financial services environment, requiring extensive hands-on cybersecurity experience and strong scripting skills. The position emphasizes collaboration across teams, process automation, and maintaining service availability.
- Security Automation Expertise·High
- Scripting Proficiency·High
- Process Improvement·Medium
- Communication Skills·High
Only have 30 minutes?
Follow a focused preparation plan based on this job.
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Your 30-minute plan
Review Security Automation Case Studies
0–8 minSelect 1-2 strong examples of security automation projects you have led or contributed to, focusing on scripting and measurable outcomes.
Refresh Scripting and IaC Knowledge
8–15 minRevisit your experience with Bash, Python, Shell, Terraform, and Ansible, preparing to discuss specific use cases.
Prepare for Process and Policy Discussions
15–20 minOutline your approach to managing security improvements, policy changes, and internal customer service.
Research the Financial Services Security Landscape
20–25 minFamiliarize yourself with common security challenges and compliance requirements in financial services.
Draft Role-Specific Questions
25–30 minPrepare thoughtful questions about the team, tools, and processes to demonstrate your engagement and fit.
Talking points
, 5 itemsAutomating Security Processes
Demonstrate your experience designing and implementing automation to improve security operations, as this is a core requirement.
Scripting with Bash, Python, or Shell
Showcase your hands-on scripting skills, especially in automating tasks and integrating with security tools.
Experience with IaC Tools (Terraform, Ansible)
Highlight any exposure to Infrastructure as Code and configuration management, as these are valued in the role.
Managing Security for Networks and Endpoints
Provide examples of securing complex environments, including firewalls and endpoint protection, relevant to the financial sector.
Process Improvement and Policy Management
Discuss how you have managed or improved internal security processes and policies, aligning with the role’s focus on ongoing improvements.
What to research
, 4 itemsRecent Security Automation Projects
Prepare detailed examples of security processes you have automated, including scripting languages and outcomes.
Experience with IaC Tools
Review your hands-on experience with Terraform, Ansible, or similar tools, especially in security contexts.
Internal Customer Service in Security
Be ready to discuss how you have supported internal teams and maintained service availability during security initiatives.
Policy and Process Improvement
Gather examples of how you have managed or improved security policies and ongoing process pipelines.
Questions to ask
, 6 itemsHow is the security automation function structured within the team?
Why ask this? To understand the team’s organization and your potential role in automation initiatives.
What are the main automation challenges currently faced by the security team?
Why ask this? To identify immediate priorities and areas where your skills can add value.
How does the team balance security requirements with service availability for internal customers?
Why ask this? To gauge the organization’s approach to operational security and customer service.
What tools and frameworks are currently used for Infrastructure as Code and policy automation?
Why ask this? To clarify the technical environment and expectations for the role.
How are ongoing security improvements and policy changes prioritized and tracked?
Why ask this? To understand the workflow and your potential involvement in process management.
What opportunities exist for cross-team collaboration and professional development?
Why ask this? To assess the culture of collaboration and growth within the organization.
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