Security Engineer (Sec DevOps) - SDSCountry: Spain
IT STARTS HERE
Santander ) is evolving from a global, high-impact brand into a technology-driven organization, and our people are at the heart of this journey. Together, we are driving a customer-centric transformation that values bold thinking, innovation, and the courage to challenge what's possible.
This is more than a strategic shift. It's a chance for driven professionals to grow, learn, and make a real difference.
Our mission is to contribute to help more people and businesses prosper. We embrace a strong risk culture and all our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.
Santander Digital Services is the team of technology and operations at Santander. We are convinced of the importance of technology that is aligned with the requirements of the business and that out work not only brings value to users, people and communities but also fosters individual creativity. Our team of over 7,000 people in 8 countries (Spain, Portugal, Poland, UK, USA, Mexico, Chile and Brazil) develops and/or implements financial solutions across a broad spectrum of technologies (including Blockchain, Big Data and Angular among others) on all kinds of on-premise and cloud-based platforms.
THE DIFFERENCE YOU MAKE
Santander Digital Services is looking for a Security Engineer (Sec DevOps) based of Boadilla del Monte office, Madrid
To succeed in this role, you will be responsible for:
- Reporting to the Privileged Access Management Lead, the role is responsible for supporting the Operations, Projects, and Engineering activities of the Privileged Access Management function within Santander
- Support, intergrate and develop solutions towards enhancing the PAM solution using Cyberark within Santander
- Support PAM projects that include architecture, assessment, design, and development of PAM solutions categorised as new business requirements, audit items or existing defects/enhancements
- Responsible for scoping and reviewing internal customer requests and prioritising development request for other engineers or as directed by PAM lead or management
- Support the team with all aspects of administering PAM solutions and services to the customer
- Assist in enhancing the PAM solution coverage as well as produce design documents which is used as part of improvement or project strategies
- Assist the PAM lead on the design and architecture of all aspects and phases of the PAM solution and integration within the organisation
- Collaborating with vendor on deployment & integration plans/designs/solution
- Plan project workloads, allocating appropriate tasks to other engineers and monitor own tasks and progress against delivery targets
- Develop solution for automation of processes to increase efficiency within the team
- Acting as an escalation point for the team including technical escalation and ensuring agreed processes are understood and adhered to
- Ensuring that all PAM controls are managed according to agreed processes with CISO and Global teams.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
Our people are our greatest strength. Every individual contributes unique perspectives that make us stronger as a team and as an organization. We're enabling teams to go beyond by valuing who they are and empowering what they bring.
The following requirements represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities essential for success in this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Professional Experience
- 3+ years of experience in a similar position.
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience (Required)
Languages
- English (B2/C1+) (Preferred)
- Spanish (Professional working proficiency)
Hard Skills
- Cyberark Sentry qualification and or CDE.
- BSc/BA/B Tech in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems and/or equivalent formal training or demonstratable experience.
- Knowledge of Web Technologies and web development.
- Scripting: JavaScript,, React, Node JS, Http API PowerShell, Bash, Python, Yaml etc.
- Knowledge of ETL and visualisation tools such as Grafana, influx, Tableu, Kibana etc.
- Public and Private cloud knowledge, IAM and secrets management
- Experience in Cyber security and having min 4+ years of experience in design/development in CyberArk Experience deploying AIM/AAM, CPM, PSM Plug-in developments.
- 6+ years of experience as a technical SME and/or senior engineer specifically for Windows and *NIX operating system.
- Experience creating platforms for the management of credentials on Unix, Windows, Database systems, web application, HP-ILO, DRAC, VMware, ESXI and Tier 0 appliances/devices.
Soft Skills
- Strong ownership mindset and calm, structured approach during incidents
- Clear communication with engineers and stakeholders; able to explain trade-offs
- Proactive, continuous-improvement attitude; collaborative and mentorship-oriented
WE VALUE YOUR IMPACT
Your contribution matters, and it's recognized. You can expect a fair, competitive reward package that reflects the impact you create and the value you deliver. But we know rewards go beyond numbers.
- We're enable our teams to go beyond through general opportunities and broad career paths.
- Flexibility that works. Enjoy hybrid working models —some days remote, some days onsite with your team—along with flexible hours.
- Learning for life. Access hundreds of courses on our platforms, including exclusive access to our global learning space: Santander Open Academy )
- Competitive rewards. Receive a highly competitive salary with performance-based bonuses, motivating you to keep growing with us.
- Financial advantages. Benefit from preferential banking terms, special interest rates on loans, life insurance, and more.
- Your health is our priority. Through BeHealthy, our global wellness programme, we promote Holistic wellbeing.
- We know family is everything. That's why we offer childcare support and family-friendly programmes tailored to each life stage.
- Always by your side. Get access to Santander Contigo, our program for employees and their families offering legal, emotional, and administrative advisory services.
- Extra benefits. Gym/WellHub membership, medical centers in some of our facilities, meal subsidy, parking, shuttle service from various points in Madrid, as well as exclusive discounts and offers for Santander employees. And that's only the beginning—we'll tell you more when you join
We're here to keep you motivated, help you reach your goals, and celebrate your progress, every step of the way.
LOCAL COMPLIANCE
Santander is proud of being an organization where there are equal opportunities regardless of age, gender, disability, civil status, race, religion or sexual orientation. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible application process for all candidates.
WHAT TO DO NEXT
If this sounds like a role you are interested in, then please apply.
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