Expert IT Security Engineer

Are you passionate about IT security and ready to take on exciting challenges in a dynamic environment? We are seeking a skilled and versatile Senior IT Security Engineer to join our Security Engineering team in Zurich. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring our platforms meet the highest security standards while driving the successful implementation of innovative IT security projects.

What would your role be?

Design, plan, procure, install, and configure new IT security solutions, as well as optimize the existing IT security infrastructure.
Act as an IAM expert by securing our access infrastructure, optimizing authentication flows, and ensuring seamless integration of various business applications.
Lead IT security infrastructure projects.
Take application ownership for IT security platforms, including operations, monitoring, 3rd-level support, and on-call duty.
Further develop IT security architecture and create corresponding concepts and standards.
Advise and support system and application owners, as well as internal or external project managers, on IT security topics.

What are we looking for?

Extensive technical expertise in the Ping Identity platform (formerly ForgeRock) is essential.
Degree from a higher education institution (e.g. university, technical university, or university of applied sciences) in computer science or an equivalent qualification with a focus on IT.
Additional training or certifications in IT security (e.g. CAS IS/MAS IS, CISSP, CISA).
Demonstrated experience as a software developer specializing in IT security.
Broad IT security expertise and hands-on experience in implementing multiple projects.
Strong general IT application and infrastructure knowledge, as well as project management experience, preferably in the financial sector.
Excellent conceptual, analytical, and communication skills.
Fluency in both German and English.

What do we offer?

Top Zurich location with collaboration spaces (including rooftop terraces) and free lunch.
Friendly, diverse team in an open-office space.
All the latest technology to help you excel and advance.
Agile environment in how we think, the way we work and our trust for each other.
Flat hierarchy with collaboration at all levels.
Campus feeling and a collaborative spirit.

Why Vontobel?

At Vontobel, you are building better futures for our clients and society, as well as for yourself. As a family-owned and publicly listed company with over 2,000 professionals based in 28 locations globally and headquartered in Zurich, we’re committed to long-term thinking and sustainability.

Our diverse team values unique perspectives, and we hire individuals determined to deliver in a dynamic and changing world. Even if you don’t meet all the criteria, we encourage you to apply if you’re enthusiastic about the role.

Do you want to be Vontobel?

Interested? Apply here