Security Platform Engineer

Job Description:

We Dream. We Do. We Deliver.

As a full-service, data-driven customer experience transformation, we partner with Top 500 companies in the DACH region and in Eastern Europe. Originally from Switzerland, Merkle DACH was created out of a merger Namics and Isobar - two leading full-service digital agencies.

Our 1200+ digital enthusiasts are innovating the way brands are built, through providing expertise in Digital Transformation strategy, MarTech platforms, Creativity, UX, CRM, Data, Commerce, Mobile, Social Media, Intranet and CMS. We are part of the global Merkle brand, the largest brand within the dentsu group, who shares with us a network of over 66,000 passionate individuals in 146 countries.

Job description

A successful candidate will join dentsu’s Cyber Security team and will focus on helping secure environments across our global business.  In this role, you will be responsible for helping define security measures and maintain security platforms across a variety of enterprise and development environments.

You will work closely with security platforms, SOC, security architects and developer teams to integrate security tooling and platforms, ensuring a secure and resilient infrastructure. 

An ideal candidate would have a proven track record in both enterprise security tooling and DevSecOps processes, including multi-cloud security, code & secret scanning, container security etc. This role is suited to someone who would enjoy helping develop new internal capabilities and embrace the challenge of implementing and supporting these in a variety of different environments and technologies across the global business. 

Key Accountabilities

• Implement and maintain enterprise security platforms, as well as custom environment-specific tooling. 
• Support the deployment and maintenance of enterprise browser solutions and enterprise SSO security tooling. 
• Drive efficiencies in processes and reporting metrics via automation and integrations. 
• Support security controls throughout the CI/CD pipeline, including containerized environment, secret scanning, SCA and automated static and dynamic application security testing (SAST).
• Leverage cloud-native security solutions to support and automate manual security monitoring, threat detection, and incident response.
• Collaborate with SOC, vulnerability management, security architects and DevOps teams to validate findings, enhance cloud security posture and enforce compliance.
• Document, identify and train teams to ensure seamless handover of operational responsibilities post implementation, whilst providing L2/L3 support across multiple environments/teams when required. 

Professional skills

• Strong understanding of security principles and engineering practices across enterprise, development and cloud environments.
• Hands on experience with enterprise security tools (e.g. Okta, Island Browser, Wiz, Sentinel, Defender, etc.)
• Strong experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and their security offerings.
• Experience in DevSecOps, cloud security, and CI/CD pipeline security
• Familiarity with security tools commonly used in DevSecOps workflows, (e.g. dependabot, detect-secrets, semgrep, trivy, Falco, Nuclei, SonarQube etc.)
• Solid understanding of network security, identity and access management (IAM), and cloud security posture management (CSPM).
• Strong scripting skills (Python, Bash, Terraform etc.) for automating security tasks and building custom security and reporting solutions.
• Must possess excellent technical, analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to resolving issues and bridging personal knowledge gaps
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently, and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Good presentation skills both verbal and written on both technical and non-technical information
• Relevant certifications (e.g. Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS), DevSecOps Practitioner, Azure Security Engineer, AWS Certified Security Specialty, GCP Professional Cloud Security Engineer etc.)

We offer you:

• Interesting international projects, where you can gain new/relevant experience
• Dynamic environment where you will never happen to fell into a routine work
• Possibility to grow with every new project
• Start-up agile atmosphere
• Friendly international team of creative minds

Why choose Merkle? 

Innovation at Our Core: As part of dentsu’s global network, Merkle pushes the boundaries of customer experience, integrating creativity, technology, and data to drive real-world impact. For over 35 years, we’ve been innovating to meet the changing needs of our clients. 

Global Reach with Local Expertise: With over 16,000 employees across 30+ countries, and part of a 70,000 employees network at dentsu, Merkle blends global insights with a deep understanding of local markets to deliver personalized, effective solutions. 

Collaborative Culture: At Merkle, your ideas and contributions truly matter. You’ll join a team that fosters innovation, collaboration, and creative problem-solving. Together, we work on impactful international projects, making meaningful connections every step of the way.

Our benefits in the Czech Republic include:

• 5 weeks of vacation       
• 2 Volunteering days to share the kindness of your heart with others     
• Mental Health: Benefit from 3 extra wellness days on top of your vacation days and a Mental Health First Aider and Employee Assistance program to support your well-being.        
• Flexible working hours and home office possibility     
• Full access to Dentsu Academy, our global online learning platform           
• Dog-friendly office    
• Edenred meal vouchers and cafeteria points            
• Team events: company parties, breakfasts, etc.          
• Snacks and drinks at the office            
• Referral bonus program          
• Laptop + equipment    
• Corporate mobile subscription        
• Flexible hybrid home office working conditions

Ready to join the team? Shape your unique career and reach your full potential. Apply now and join us in transforming the future together.

*At dentsu, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is central to our vision: "To be at the forefront of people-centered transformations that shape society." 

We cherish the unique talents and perspectives of all individuals, welcoming applicants regardless of gender, gender identity, nationality, religion, ethnicity, cultural background, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental ability. By embracing diverse perspectives, we create meaningful change and sustainable growth for our people, clients, and society. Our hiring decisions are guided by qualifications and role-specific requirements, ensuring a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.

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