Security Incident Response Specialist

We are seeking a proactive, dynamic, and experienced Incident Security Specialist to join our Security Services team  Lead Security Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in managing security incidents, coordinating response efforts, and driving improvements across our security posture. Your expertise will help protect our customers, employees, and brokers, especially when handling sensitive issues such as PII breaches and phishing attacks.

In this role, you will guide two colleagues and collaborate with cross‑functional IT and business teams to ensure timely and effective incident management. Success in this position requires a blend of technical acumen, strong interpersonal skills, flexibility, and a bias for action.

• Lead and manage security incident response efforts
  , ensuring thorough assessment, containment, mitigation, and reporting of security threats.
• Coordinate with IT, business units, and response stakeholders to ensure efficient incident handling.
• Oversee monitoring, analysis, and triage of security events to identify potential threats swiftly.
• Develop and implement innovative solutions for complex security issues on local and international engagements.
• Detail incident reports and communicate findings clearly to technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Support and mentor team members, guiding incident response planning and execution.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and propose realistic solutions.
• Participate actively in purple team exercises to enhance detection and response capabilities.
• Support business development efforts by identifying and leveraging security opportunities.
• Maintain awareness of evolving security threats and industry best practices.
• Lead the security community, driving engagement, and bringing key security awareness topics to the AXA IT organization.

• Master's degree in computer science, engineering, or related fields.
• Practical experience in one or more of the following domains:
  Security Operations and Monitoring, Digital Forensics, Security Incident Management and Response, Vulnerability Management, Cloud Security.
• Systematic, analytical mindset with the ability to synthesize complex technical findings.
• Good communication skills, able to convey technical insights clearly and effectively.
• Strong collaboration skills in a fast‑paced, evolving environment.
• Continuous learner with a passion for security and personal development.
• Fluency in English, both oral and written.

• Hands‑on knowledge of Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) technologies.
• Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CompTIA Security+, CSSLP, ISO 27001 is a plus.

AXA aims to be a reflection of the diverse society in which we live and has therefore been pursuing a policy of active diversity, non‑discrimination, and equal opportunities for many years. In this context, we guarantee equal treatment and access to recruitment, regardless of age, origin, cultural background, disability, gender, sexual orientation, or other characteristics.

We are more than 3000 employees, partnering with 3200 brokers, located in our modern offices in Brussels, Antwerp, Eupen, and Liège. We are serving 3 million customers, and we are proud to be the number 1 car insurer. It is our ambition to not only be a payer but rather a real partner for our customers.

Customer First, Integrity, Courage, and One AXA.

At AXA, we reject unfair or unlawful discrimination in any form. More info in our Diversity & Inclusion Policy.

An attractive salary, supplemented with discretionary personal and collective bonuses and, of course, meal and eco vouchers, the full reimbursement of public transport, and a cafeteria plan.

From group to hospitalization insurance and ambulatory care (family members can also join at an advantageous rate) and with up to 30% discount on all additional insurance products.

A flexible schedule of 35 hours per week, 36 days of leave per year to recharge, as well as the option to work partially from home. You will benefit from sports classes at work, employee wellness programs and trainings, to keep you in great shape, both physically and mentally.