Sanofi

Cyber Security Analyst

Lyon Full time

Le contenu du poste est libellé en anglais car il nécessite de nombreuses interactions avec nos filiales à l’international, l'anglais étant la langue de travail.

This job offer is accessible to all, regardless of gender.

Job title: Cyber Security Analyst

Location: Lyon, France
Type:Permanent,Full-time

About the job


As a Cyber Security Operations Center Analyst, Join a highly technical, elite operational team whose primary purpose is to rapidly detect cyber security attacks and intrusions and eliminate them. As firefighters respond to a fire, SOC analysts must stop and respond urgently to cyber threat detections. We are Story Tellers: we do the forensics, uncover technical facts, and translate data to tell fact-based stories everyone can understand about how we protect Sanofi. Be part of an elite, rapid-response team that serves as Sanofi's first line of defense against cyber threats. Work with cutting-edge threat detection technologies including EDR, SIEM, threat intelligence platforms, and AI-powered analytics. Develop deep technical expertise in forensics, incident response, and threat hunting.

About Sanofi:

We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.

Main responsibilities

  • Monitor security events and alerts from multiple sources to identify potential threats
  • Conduct rapid triage and analysis of security incidents to determine scope and impact
  • Perform digital forensics and root cause analysis on confirmed security events
  • Execute incident response procedures to contain, eradicate, and recover from cyber attacks
  • Develop and refine detection rules, use cases, and playbooks to improve threat coverage
  • Collaborate with global SOC teams to ensure 24/7 threat monitoring and response
  • Document incidents and create clear, actionable reports for technical and non-technical audiences
  • Participate in threat hunting activities to proactively identify hidden threats
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of SOC processes, tools, and capabilities

About you

Formal Education and Experience Required:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science (preferably in Information Security) or equivalent work experience
  • Master’s Degree Preferred
  • Real-world SOC, Red or Blue Team, Operational or forensics experience
  • Computer Programming skills, especially in Python and Powershell
  • 5 years of professional experience in IS/IT, of which 2 years are in IS/IT Security
  • Security Certifications like CISSP or CEH preferred. (GIAC)
  • AI certification is a plus, or experience developing or leveraging LLM and/or machine learning for cyber security engagement.

Expertise and Competencies:

  • Incident response experience, competency with operational playbooks & process design.
  • Strong capability to translate technical context to non-technical people
  • Strong understanding of computer networks, firewalls, intrusion prevention technologies, EDR and Antivirus technologies is necessary. Real-world experience working with these technologies is expected
  • Experience with Security Orchestration and Automation Response (SOAR) tools, Incident Response tools and Security Information Event Management (SIEM) systems.
  • Experience designing and leveraging AI-powered security tools, with capability to build AI-based solutions enhancing threat detection and alert management.
  • Foundational scripting knowledge in Python and PowerShell combined with proficiency in AI-assisted development tools to build and maintain security automation.
  • Server management in Linux and Windows
  • Leadership and strong communication skills
  • Fluent French and Good English is required.

Soft Skills:

  • Eagerness to learn and grow
  • Ability to follow and contribute to established procedures
  • Strong documentation and reporting habits
  • Collaborative team player
  • Stays current with security threats and trends
  • Ability to work under pressure

Langages:

  • French Fluent
  • Good English

Why choose us?

  • Grow your cybersecurity career at one of the world's leading AI-powered biopharma companies, protecting systems that help deliver life-changing medicines to millions
  • Learn from elite cyber professionals across SOC, VOC, DevSecOps, Infrastructure, and more - with structured mentoring and hands-on exposure from day one
  • Grow fast with access to industry certifications, continuous learning programs, and a permanent upskilling culture
  • Work with cutting-edge security technologies including AI-powered threat

Ce que nous vous offrons : 

Une rémunération fixe sur 12 mois, ainsi qu’une participation & intéressement selon les résultats du Groupe Sanofi. 

Parce que prendre soin de nos collaborateurs, c'est aussi notre mission : 31 jours de congés payés + des jours de RTT selon votre statut, du télétravail jusqu’à 2j/semaine, mutuelle de qualité, prise en charge transport en commun jusqu’à 80% ; congés maternité (18 semaines) et congé accueil d’un enfant (14 semaines), Plan d'Épargne & Plans Retraite avec abondements, avantages CSE, opportunités de mobilités internes et internationales, une offre de formation personnalisable pour vous accompagner tout au long de votre carrière et bien d’autres avantages à découvrir ici.  

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At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity.

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La fourchette salariale pour ce poste est:€48 000,00 - €64 000

Final compensation will be determined based on demonstrated experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs.