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Junior Security Engineer
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Posted:
26 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
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Application Deadline:
23 September 2026
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Larian Studios is looking for a motivated and hands-on Junior Security Engineer to help strengthen and support the security posture of our global studio environment.
This role is ideal for someone early in their cybersecurity career who wants exposure to infrastructure security vulnerability management monitoring and operational security within the gaming industry.
You will work closely with IT infrastructure and development teams to support security operations investigate threats improve security controls and help maintain best practices across the organisation.
Responsibilities
- Assist in identifying assessing and mitigating vulnerabilities across infrastructure and applications
- Support the deployment and operation of security tools across multiple systems and environments
- Perform security monitoring vulnerability scanning and assist with log analysis to detect incidents and threats
- Support technical security audits and help provide actionable recommendations
- Assist in maintaining secure baseline configurations for Windows and Linux systems
- Participate in incident handling and escalation procedures
- Help educate staff on information security best practices
- Research and learn new technologies tools and security techniques
- Maintain up-to-date security documentation and operational procedures
- Participate in change management workflows to support secure implementations
Requirements
- 13 years of experience in IT infrastructure or cybersecurity-related roles
- Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles and industry best practices
- Familiarity with vulnerability scanning or security monitoring tools
- Basic understanding of Windows and Linux operating systems
- Basic exposure to scripting or automation tools such as PowerShell Bash or Python
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
- Good written and verbal communication skills in English
- Passion for cybersecurity and willingness to learn
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
Nice to Haves
- Exposure to SIEM IDS/IPS endpoint protection or vulnerability management tools
- Interest in learning security automation and scripting
- Experience supporting multi-site or international environments
- Cloud platform exposure (AWS Azure or GCP)
- Interest in gaming or gaming industry environments
- Understanding of networking fundamentals
What we offer
- An international team of over 500 employees spread across 7 studios around the world each of which have their own unique qualities and maintain a small-studio feel
- An open collaborative environment where ideas are welcome and encouraged
- A managerial team consisting of highly experienced game developers at the top of their fields
- Sharing hobbies and passions with like-minded colleagues
- Inclusive environment with many activities organized by the studios or the employees
- Commitment to making the best game possible for the fans including listening to community feedback
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
Larian Studios is a game developer studio located in Gent, Belgium. Proud to be independent for 19 years, we create games for multiple genres and platforms. Thanks to our players, we get to spend our days making the games we love to play. We have a passion for role playing games.
