Cyber Security Analyst

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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

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
• 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 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

Languages

• 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

Benefits

Une rémunération fixe sur 12 mois, ainsi qu’une participation & intéressements en fonction des résultats du Groupe Sanofi.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.