IT Technical Consultant, Security

Octagon
Utrecht, Netherlands
13 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
Dutch, English
Experience level
Intermediate

Job location

Utrecht, Netherlands

Tech stack

Computer Security
Identity and Access Management
Intrusion Detection Systems
OAuth
PCI Data Security Standards
Openid Connect
Azure
Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML)
Security Information and Event Management
In-Plane Switching (IPS)
Okta
Cyberark
Information Technology

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Security Consultant to support customers in implementing modern Identity & Access Management, Privileged Access Management, and Security Information & Event Management solutions.

In this role, you will act as a trusted technical advisor for customers. You will deliver product demonstrations, guide clients through proof-of-concepts, and help organisations strengthen their IT security posture. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys a mix of hands-on technical work and customer-facing consulting., * Engage with customers to understand their business and technical security requirements.

  • Deliver tailored product demonstrations, technical presentations, and proof-of-concept configurations.
  • Translate customer needs into effective IAM, PAM, and SIEM solution architectures.
  • Support pre-sales activities, including responses to RFPs, RFIs, and technical clarifications.
  • Guide customers through implementation, onboarding, and adoption of security solutions.
  • Provide technical insights to internal product teams to improve features, documentation, and workflows.
  • Represent the company at conferences, industry events, webinars, and user groups.
  • Stay up to date with new product releases, security standards, and market trends.

Requirements

  • Hands-on experience with one or more of the following: CyberArk, BeyondTrust, One Identity, Okta, Azure AD, or similar IAM/PAM/SIEM platforms.
  • Familiarity with SOAR, IDS/IPS, SAML, OAuth, and OpenID Connect.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to understand complex infrastructures.
  • Excellent communication and presentation abilities, comfortable interacting with both technical and business audiences.
  • Professional proficiency in English and Dutch.
  • Ability to handle customer objections, technical questions, and solution design discussions confidently., * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • 3-5 years of experience in cybersecurity, information security, or security consulting.
  • Understanding of security frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, PCI DSS, SOC 2, GDPR, or Zero Trust.
  • Certifications such as CISM, CIMP, or equivalent are an advantage.
  • Experience with SIEM, IAM, or PAM implementations is a strong plus.

Benefits & conditions

  • Attractive remuneration package.
  • Up to 30 vacation days and an additional 12 public holidays based on a 40 hour working week.
  • Pension contribution to a tailor-made pension scheme.
  • Continuous learning opportunities, training, and certification support.
  • A collaborative international environment with clear professional development paths.

About the company

Octagon Professionals International is a full-service recruitment and HR services firm with 38 years of experience in the European and international market. Our large network of professionals across multiple functional areas, and multinational team provide flexible solutions customised to individual client needs.

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