Security Specialist – Incident Response & Penetration Testing VEIKKAUS / Helsinki

PUBLISHED: March 14, 2025

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Security Specialist – Incident Response & Penetration Testing

Are you passionate about defending against cyber threats and uncovering weakneses before they can be exploited? We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Security Specialist to join our Detection and Response Team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in strengthening our organization’s security by conducting penetration testing, responding to cybersecurity incidents, and collaborating closely with other teams to enhance our detection and response capabilities. The position is permanent and full-time.

You will have the opportunity to work alongside SOC analysts, product security specialists and developers to analyse security events, improve response strategies, and proactively address emerging threats. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and is eager to stay ahead of evolving cyber risks.

What you will do

  • Conduct regular penetration testing to identify, assess, and mitigate security vulnerabilities.
  • Participate in incident response activities, including investigation, containment, and remediation.
  • Work closely with the SOC operations team to analyse security events and escalate threats when necessary.
  • Develop, refine, and maintain incident response plans and playbooks.
  • Stay informed on the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies to continuously improve security defences.
  • Provide expert guidance and recommendations to improve the organization’s security posture and resilience.

What we’re looking for

  • A degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Proven experience in penetration testing and incident response.
  • Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, tools, and methodologies.
  • Hands-on experience with SIEM tools and security monitoring.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with a keen eye for detail.
  • Strong communication and teamwork abilities, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.

With us, you will have the possibility to grow as a professional. We genuinely want to be a responsible employer that offers meaningful challenging work tasks, competitive employment benefits, and gives you the ability to take care of the balance between work and free time. You can read more about us, our employment benefits, and our work culture here.

The role is based in Helsinki, at the headquarters of Veikkaus. Veikkaus prefers a flexible hybrid work model between a remote workplace and an office.

We welcome individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences who are eager to make an impact in cybersecurity defence and response. If you’re driven by the challenge of securing systems, investigating incidents, and proactively strengthening defences, we’d love to hear from you!

Interested? Great! Submit your application with your salary request as soon as possible, but no later than 30.3.2025.

For more information, please contact Vice President of Cybersecurity, Johan Boije af Gennäs, at +358 943702426. He is available for calls on Friday, the 21st, from 9:00 to 10:00, and on Friday, the 28th, from 9:00 to 10:00.

Veikkaus as a company will perform a drug test and security clearance check (According to the Act on Security Clearance (726/2014)) to the person selected for the position.

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