Technical Security Expert

TL;DR

Technical Security Expert (Cybersecurity): Ensuring the security posture of a leading fintech platform by embedding security best practices, conducting code and infrastructure reviews, and leading penetration testing. Focus on secure development, threat detection, and proactive incident response in a complex cloud and microservices environment.

Location: Hybrid (Paris, France)

Company

hirify.global is a leading AI-powered spend management and procurement platform transforming company spending across Europe with offices in the UK, France, Spain, and Germany.

What you will do

• Advise and collaborate with development and infrastructure teams to embed security-by-design principles.
• Conduct in-depth code reviews and analyze third-party dependencies to identify vulnerabilities.
• Plan and execute penetration tests and intrusion campaigns on systems and applications.
• Oversee and maintain SIEM systems and develop automation tools for threat detection and incident response.
• Update security policies and raise awareness through coaching and workshops.
• Monitor emerging vulnerabilities and recommend adaptive defense strategies.

Requirements

• Must have at least 8 years of technical experience in information security with hands-on expertise in code auditing, infrastructure security, penetration testing, or SIEM management.
• Fluent English required.
• Strong scripting skills in Python and Bash.
• Experience with ElasticSearch in production environments.
• Deep understanding of secure development practices and modern web architectures.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Nice to have

• Experience with reverse engineering and analysis of obfuscated code.
• Knowledge of security standards such as ISO 27001 and OWASP.
• Experience with GCP, Datadog, or Snowflake.
• French language skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible on-site and remote work policy.
• Lunch 60% funded by hirify.global (Swile Card).
• Alan Premium health insurance.
• Gymlib pass for wellness.
• Access to emotional and mental health support.
• Latest Apple equipment and great office snacks.
• Positive and diverse team culture.