Senior Consultant, Cyber Defense – Financial Services

. Maintain strong expertise in defensive security and SOC technologies, including SIEM, EDR/XDR, SOAR, threat intelligence, automation and AI .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeDiegem • BelgiumSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in defensive security and SOC technologies, including SIEM, EDR/XDR, and threat intelligence, while effectively translating technical challenges into business solutions. Proven ability to enhance security operations through assessment, design, and implementation initiatives.

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Defensive Security ExpertiseSecurity Operations ManagementThreat Intelligence AnalysisClient Engagement and CommunicationCybersecurity Certifications

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Hard Skills

SIEMEDR/XDRSOARThreat IntelligenceSecurity MonitoringDetection and ResponseVulnerability ManagementSecurity GovernanceAutomationCyber Defense

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingProactive MindsetResults-DrivenBusiness Development Interest

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPCISMCRISCCISAISO 27001GIAC/SANS

Industry Keywords

CybersecuritySecurity Operations CenterSOC ModernizationThreat HuntingEmerging TechnologiesClient PursuitsCybersecurity ServicesBelgiumEurope

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain strong expertise in defensive security and SOC technologies, including SIEM, EDR/XDR, SOAR, threat intelligence, automation and AI
Assess, design and improve security operations capabilities across people, process and technology
Work on operating models, detection and response, threat hunting, automation and SOC modernization
Work closely with clients on assessments, workshops, design and implementation initiatives
Translate security challenges into pragmatic recommendations and improvement roadmaps
Act as a trusted subject matter expert
Contribute to EY offerings and thought leadership
Translate emerging technologies and security trends into relevant client opportunities
Continuously develop cybersecurity expertise and contribute to the evolution of EY’s cybersecurity services
Work on cyber defense challenges for leading organizations in Belgium and across Europe

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, Engineering, Business Engineering, or a related field
2+ years of relevant experience in security operations, cyber defense or a related cybersecurity domain
Solid understanding of security operations, including security monitoring, detection and response, vulnerability management and security governance
Ability to work with clients and translate technical challenges into business impact and practical recommendations for technical and non-technical stakeholders
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proactive, results-driven mindset and commitment to quality
Interest in business development and solution design
Ideally, experience contributing to proposals, client pursuits or development of cybersecurity services
Strong interest in AI and emerging technologies and curiosity about their application within cybersecurity and security operations
Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISA, ISO 27001 or GIAC/SANS certifications are considered a plus
Fluent in English and either Dutch or French

Benefits

Comp & perks

Extensive trainings on technical matters, soft skills and project management
Access to new technologies and innovative equipment
Flexible working arrangements
Support for career development and successful career progression
Lifestyle balance support
Opportunity to work with a dynamic team of young and experienced professionals
Access to EY’s global network, international cybersecurity expertise and technology ecosystem