Cyber Security Engineer

Starting Date / Initial Contract Details

​​1 February 2026. Full-time. Open ended contract.​

Role Summary

As part of the Global ITS team, working closely with the information and infrastructure domains, the Cyber Security Engineer monitors security systems, analyses data/logs and detects security incidents. This role is responsible for investigating new technologies and processes to enhance Medair’s cyber security capabilities and implementing these improvements across our networks.  

Project Overview

Medair Global Support Office (GSO) provides operational guidance and technical support for our country programmes. The Global ITS Department develops a stable and standardised ICT infrastructure across Medair, following the ITS Strategy and Roadmap.  

Workplace & Conditions

Global Support Office (GSO) position based in Lausanne, Switzerland. Swiss or eligible EU citizens, or those with a valid work permit for Switzerland, can apply.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement security architecture to protect Medair’s data, networks, systems and reputation, using security engineering principles and RMF-based policies.

• Monitor, analyse, and respond to security incidents, ensuring rapid detection, investigation, support and communication across the organisation.

• Maintain and improve security infrastructure, including vulnerability testing, troubleshooting, and contributing to change and integration processes.

• Build cyber security awareness and capability by developing campaigns, maintaining training materials, and training staff and ITS colleagues.

• Stay current with emerging threats and technologies, recommending and implementing improvements in a rapidly evolving context.

Qualifications, Experience & Technical Competencies:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science/engineering or related field.

• Strong cyber security expertise, including incident response, digital forensics, threat intelligence, and vulnerability management.

• Advanced networking and security infrastructure skills, covering firewalls, IDS/IPS, routing/switching (Cisco/Meraki), TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLAN, and network architecture.

• Cloud and identity security experience, especially with Azure (Entra, Defender, Sentinel, Intune), Office 365, and exposure to Zero Trust principles.

• Proficiency with operating systems and automation, including Linux, Windows Server/11, virtualization (Hyper‑V), and scripting (Python, PowerShell).

• Relevant certifications and standards knowledge, such as CompTIA Security+/CASP, CISSP/CISM/CEH, and familiarity with ISO27001 best practices.

Behavioural Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to assess complex security issues quickly and effectively.

• Adaptable, resilient, works well in a fast‑changing environment with evolving threats and technologies.

• Collaborative with strong interpersonal and communication skills, works effectively with remote teams.

• Highly organised and self‑driven, strong time‑management skills and the ability to work independently.

• High integrity, confidentiality, continuous‑learning mindset, committed to staying current in cyber security.
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Team Spiritual Life

Reflect the values of Medair with team members, local staff, people we serve, and external contacts. Work, live, and pray together in our Christian faith-based teams. Fully contribute to a rich spiritual team life, including team devotion, prayer, and words of encouragement.

Before you apply

Please ensure you are fully aware of the:

1. Medair organisational values.

2. Medair is committed to safeguarding the protection of beneficiaries, volunteers, staff and partners, and particularly children. Therefore, we do not employ staff whose background we understand to be unsuitable for working with children. Medair staff are required to give the utmost respect to, and comply with, Medair’s accountability policies and best practices.

3. Medair Relief & Recovery Orientation Course (ROC) (which forms part of the recruitment selection process for field positions).

Application Process

To apply, go to this vacancy on our Medair page. Please do not make multiple applications. We will not review email applications. Only English-language applications / CVs will be reviewed. Advertised on Jobupfree.

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