SOC Analyst (German Speaker) - Staff - EY GDS Spain - Hybrid The opportunity Are you ready to shape your future with confidence?

As a SOC Analyst at EY GDS Spain, you are the first line of defense in a 24/7 Security Operations Center supporting German-speaking clients

You monitor and triage security alerts, ensure consistent handling according to defined procedures, and document actions in an audit-ready manner. You work in an international delivery setup while communicating clearly with German-speaking stakeholders and ensuring disciplined escalations.

As a member of our team in the

EY GDS Spain office in Malaga , you'll have a chance to extend your knowledge & experience by working on interesting projects with the newest technologies and approaches. You'll support clients in choosing the most suitable business solution and take part in digital transformation.

Your Key Responsibilities

Monitor and triage security alerts across security platforms (e.g., SIEM, EDR/XDR, email security)

Perform initial validation of alerts: check context, relevance, and basic indicators of compromise

Conduct first-level analysis: verify entities (user, host, IP, timeframe), review key logs, perform plausibility checks

Classify outcomes (security incident, false positive, operational event) according to SOPs

Create, update, and maintain incident tickets in a ticketing system (e.g., ServiceNow) with clear documentation

Escalate suspicious, unclear, or complex cases to Level 2 with structured handover notes

Support shift handovers and ensure continuity of investigations through high-quality documentation

Skills And Attributes For Success

Structured, process-driven working style with high attention to detail

Solid understanding of OS, networking fundamentals, and core security concepts

Ability to prioritize and work reliably under time pressure

Clear written communication for ticket documentation and handovers

Strong customer orientation and teamwork in a distributed SOC environment

Fluent German (client-facing) and professional working proficiency in English





Curiosity on new technologies and approaches and readiness to constantly develop and reinvent the way we work To qualify for the role, you must have

First practical experience in SOC operations, IT security monitoring, or incident triage

Hands-on exposure to SIEM and/or EDR tooling and basic log analysisExperience with ticketing systems and disciplined documentation practices

Willingness to work in a shift-based environment (depending on account model)

German (fluent) and English (professional working proficiency)

Ideally, you’ll also have

Familiarity with structured investigation frameworks (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK;)

Basic understanding of cloud and identity security (e.g., Azure AD / Entra ID, M365)

Experience in regulated or critical environments (public sector, healthcare, infrastructure)

What We Look For We are looking for reliable SOC professionals who work consistently within defined processes, communicate clearly, and escalating responsibly. You combine technical curiosity with disciplined execution and contribute to stable, high-quality security operations.

What We Offer In EY GDS Spain, we're committed to fostering a vibrant environment where every team member can thrive. We provide a space for continuous learning and the flexibility of a hybrid work model. Our culture values inclusion, professional development, wellbeing, volunteering opportunities, and recognition of performance.

Additionally, Here’s What Makes Us Stand Out

Empowering Career Development: Unlock your potential with tailored training and development programs designed to elevate your skills and propel your career forward. We invest in your growth because your success is our success.

Flexible Work-Life Integration: Enjoy the freedom of our hybrid work model, allowing you to blend professional responsibilities with personal passions. We understand that life is more than just work,



and we support you in achieving that balance.

Comprehensive Well-Being Programs: Prioritize your health with our extensive wellness initiatives, including psychological support sessions and health resources. At EY GDS Spain, your well-being is at the heart of what we do.

Meaningful Volunteering Opportunities: Make a difference in your community through our engaging volunteering programs. Join us in giving back and creating a positive impact while building connections with like-minded colleagues.

Recognized Performance and Rewards: Celebrate your achievements with our recognition programs that honor both individual and team successes. We believe in acknowledging hard work and dedication, ensuring you feel valued every step of the way.

Join us at EY GDS Spain, where your journey is supported, your contributions are celebrated, and your future is bright.

To learn more about what we offer, visit our Careers in Global Delivery Services | EY - General

About EY GDS EY Global Delivery Services (EY GDS) is a dynamic and truly global delivery network of over 75,000 people working across the world, to provide innovative and strategic business solutions to our clients worldwide. We play a vital role in growth strategy, helping our clients become agile and efficient, and helping fulfill our purpose to build a better working world.

From accountants to coders, we offer a wide variety of fulfilling career opportunities that span all business disciplines. We look for skills that are evergreen and our roles evolve with industry trends. We also work across Finance, Business Development, Technology, Talent, Procurement and Risk Management functions to help our teams operate as efficiently and effectively as possible.

Across our 10 locations and 21 cities, we work with teams from all service lines, geographies, and sectors. We operate in Argentina, Hungary, India, the Philippines, Poland, Sri Lanka, Mexico, Spain and the United Kingdom.

Our EY GDS Spain office is located at Malaga Technology Park and currently employs over 1000 people.

The exceptional EY GDS experience. It's yours to build.

📌 SOC Analyst (German Speaker) - Staff - EY GDS Spain - Hybrid (Madrid)
🏢 Universia España
📍 Madrid