Technical Security Engineer
- Location
- Almelo, Netherlands
- Work mode
- Hybrid
- Type
- Full-time
- Seniority
- Mid-level
- Salary
- €38,000–55,000 / year
- Languages
- NL
- Posted
- 27 Oct 2026
Verified open 2 Nov 2026 · Source: Company careers page
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Technical Security Engineer
You are passionate about cybersecurity and ready to defend against challenging threats, using your knowledge and skills to effectively counter digital risks. As a Technical Security Engineer, you will play a key role in protecting our systems from potential attacks and ensuring the integrity of our data. Work in a dynamic environment and contribute to strengthening our digital security. Join our team and help us create a secure digital future!
32 - 40 hours
Almelo
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Technical Security Engineer
As a Technical Security Engineer, you will become part of a young and growing team of security specialists within a challenging Managed Linux Hosting environment. Together with your colleagues, you safeguard networks, systems, and data using our XDR/SIEM solutions, while also contributing to the development of internal security tooling. When necessary, you conduct thorough investigations and act decisively during incidents. In addition, you quickly recognize trends and actively help further develop our security solutions. You will work in an environment where knowledge sharing, collaboration, and delivering the best results for inspiring (international) clients are key. Continuously optimizing and improving to become the best Managed Hoster in Europe is our shared ambition.
What will you do?
As a Technical Security Engineer, you will work closely with the Security team to technically secure Shock Media and its customers. Your daily responsibilities include:
- Being at the frontline of securing our networks, systems, and services;
- Working in an environment where you are constantly challenged by external parties attempting to gain access to our systems;
- Continuously monitoring our network and systems using advanced tooling, assessing security alerts, and ensuring appropriate actions are taken;
- Using your analytical mindset to identify trends and further enhance our detection & response solutions;
- Staying up to date with technological developments and proactively implementing new security solutions;
- Contributing to the preventive and proactive identification and remediation of vulnerabilities;
- Thinking like a Red Teamer to optimize your work within the Blue Team;
- Responding quickly and effectively to incidents and ensuring proper handling and follow-up;
- Maintaining close contact with our Security & Compliance team to continuously meet both our own and our customers’ requirements.
What do we ask?
- You have a passion for Security and are a true technologist. You don’t just use tooling you adapt, improve, and implement it within our services;
- You have a professional level of proficiency in the Dutch language, both spoken and written;
- You have a hacker mindset and a strong eye for detail;
- You have knowledge of and experience with Linux and related technologies;
- You are proactive and take initiative when you see opportunities for improvement;
- And of course, our young, informal, and down-to-earth company culture appeals to you.
What do we offer?
- A gross annual salary of € 38.000 to € 55.000, depending on your knowledge and experience;
- 26 vacation days, with the option to buy or accrue more;
- Travel allowance or the option to lease a car or a bike;
- A well-arranged pension plan;
- Plenty of opportunities for development and growth, including a personal training budget;
- Option to work partly from home, including a remote work allowance;
- Increase your salary and time off through on-call shifts;
- A friendly working environment with short communication lines across teams;
- An active staff association organizing fun events throughout the year (including our famous LAN parties!).
Who are we?
Shock Media has been more then a Managed Hosting Provider for over 25 years, ensuring the accessibility and availability of thousands of business-critical websites and (web) applications for various national and international organizations every day. Working at Shock Media means being part of a young, professional, and informal team of specialists where you can literally turn your hobby into your job. Where necessary, you can expect sufficient guidance and freedom from us to further shape your role. You can work from our headquarters in Almelo and/or in a hybrid setup from home.
Is this something for you?
Are you interested in the Technical Security Engineer vacancy? Then quickly send your motivation and CV to our HR department via hr@shockmedia.nl. You can also use this email address for questions about this vacancy. Still unsure? Read about how our colleagues experience working at Shock Media or check out our other vacancies.
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