Security Engineer

Date: Jan 12, 2026

Location:

Barcelona, B, ES, 08022

Functional Area: Remote

Syntax is a leading Managed Cloud Provider for Mission Critical Enterprise Applications and has been providing comprehensive technology solutions to businesses of all sizes since 1972. Syntax has undisputed strength to implement and manage ERP deployments (Oracle, SAP) in a secure and resilient private, public or hybrid cloud. With strong technical and functional consulting services, and world-class monitoring and automation, Syntax serves some of North America's largest corporations across a diverse range of industries. Syntax has offices worldwide, and partners with Oracle, SAP, AWS, Microsoft, IBM and other global technology leaders.

Security Engineer (m/f/d)
Start your career as a Security Engineer at SYNTAX and support our industrial customers in modernizing their security architectures and building sustainable cyber resilience. With us, you will actively shape the secure operation of modern IT landscapes and work with international teams of experts on innovative security services.
These Exciting Tasks Await You

• Advising our customers on all security-related issues – from design to development
• Analyzing, designing, and continuously developing our security services, as well as helping to define new managed security offerings
• Working with modern security technologies such as EDR/XDR, IDS/IPS, PAM, vulnerability management, and SIEM
• Independently supporting and coordinating internal and external security incidents (detection, containment, eradication, lessons learned)
• Monitoring, analyzing, and defending against current and emerging threats (threat hunting, threat intelligence) by developing the latest defense mechanisms
• Collaboration on the development of new security requirements, guidelines, and controls to improve the overall security situation of our customers
• Close cooperation with our European and global security team to continuously develop our solutions, methods, and automation approaches

Your Profile

• In-depth knowledge of IT/cybersecurity, networks, operating systems, and modern security architectures
• Experience using common security tools such as EDR/XDR, IPS/IDS, PAM, ideally supplemented by knowledge of SIEM & vulnerability management
• Experience or interest in automation & scripting, e.g., Ansible, SALT, Python, or PowerShell
• Understanding of indicators of compromise (IOC), risk modeling, security frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST), and best practices
• Very good English skills and German is a plus

Mandatory Requirements
Nationality or Work Authorization:
Spanish or Portuguese nationality, or alternatively a permanent work permit/VISA for Spain or Portugal.

Why Syntax?
Become a part of our success story and work in a company with exciting innovation projects that are causing a stir across the industry. We recently launched one of the world's most advanced manufacturing facilities based on SAP S/4HANA Cloud and SAP Digital Manufacturing Cloud for Execution - for Smart Press Shop, a pioneering joint venture between Porsche and forming specialist Schuler.

• Competitive, above-average compensation
• Global tourist: With us, you can also work from abroad from time to time
• Flexible working time models, home office
• Attractive benefits, e.g. health offers
• A modern environment in which the "you" is part of it
• Open feedback culture, flat hierarchies and a motivated team
• Individual career planning with continuous training and coaching on the job

Benefits

• Flexible hours, Monday to Thursday 8h, and Fridays.... 6h. In addition, the whole month of August and the first half of September we have an intensive timetable. 28 days holiday (23 days holiday + 4 days at Christmas from 15 December to 15 January + 1 day for your birthday)
• Windows laptop for work (Dell or Lenovo)
• Apple or Android choose
• Two lovely offices with a nice garden to relax and have a coffee
• Free coffee and soft drinks
• Kitchen facilities
• Medical insurance with Sanitas
• Training: Free AWS and SAP certifications, internal workshops and free access to Linkedin E-learning
• Free online English, German, Spanish or French classes through a platform
• Online Canteen 2.0

If you are passionate about technology, eager to learn, and ready to take on new challenges, we'd love to hear from you