Senior Engineer, Cybersecurity

Senior Engineer, Cybersecurity (Network Security) At NIQ, we believe in turning ideas into action, collaborating as one team, and delivering results that matter. We are looking for a Senior Cybersecurity Network Engineer who embodies these principles — someone passionate about building secure, scalable infrastructure and committed to protecting the systems that power our clients’ insights. In this role, you will lead the design and implementation of security solutions that support NIQ’s mission to deliver trusted insights. You will work cross-functionally — and often across lines of business — to solve complex challenges, mentor others, and drive innovation with urgency and accountability. Responsibilities Lead the design and implementation of secure, scalable infrastructure solutions that align with NIQ’s security and compliance objectives. Serve as a trusted subject matter expert, driving initiatives that strengthen NIQ’s security posture and advance our engineering maturity across diverse lines of business and technologies. Demonstrate senior-level expertise, with a proven ability to lead the resolution of complex technical issues, provide strategic support across diverse environments, and guide teams through advanced troubleshooting and incident response scenarios. Collaborate with cross-functional teams across multiple lines of business to deliver security solutions that enable growth while managing risk effectively. Champion automation, observability, and engineering best practices to improve the reliability, scalability, and efficiency of NIQ’s security infrastructure. Mentor and uplift junior engineers, fostering a culture of curiosity, continuous learning, and pride in collective capabilities. Translate security requirements into actionable technical strategies, balancing security, usability, and operational efficiency. Proactively identify and mitigate risks, lead root cause analyses, and drive long-term improvements reflecting NIQ’s commitment to quality and accountability. Influence strategic planning and decision-making, contributing to the evolution of enterprise security architecture. Qualifications Proven track record of designing, implementing, and supporting secure infrastructure solutions in complex enterprise environments. Expertise in Networking and Network Security Cybersecurity domains. Hands-on experience with network analysis and security tools such as packet capture, NGFW, IDS/IPS, web proxy/SWG, routing/switching, DNS, application layer networking, TLS/SSL, certificate handling, and wireless technologies. Strong command of spoken and written English for communications with a global workforce. Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders across technical and business teams. Demonstrated leadership in coaching and mentoring junior engineers. Working knowledge of the CIS framework and risk management practices. Bachelor’s degree or college diploma in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or Information Systems (or equivalent practical experience). Minimum of 5–8 years of experience in Cybersecurity and/or IT, demonstrating expertise in securing systems, managing risk, and supporting enterprise IT environments. Relevant industry certifications (e.g., ISC2, GIAC) are a plus. Additional Information NielsenIQ is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer. Decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected class. Our Benefits Flexible working environment Volunteer time off LinkedIn Learning Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP) #J-18808-Ljbffr