Security Engineer at Accordion

London, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Finance, Private EquityIndustries

Requirements

  • 2+ years of experience in security operations, with demonstrated responsibility for network and cloud environments
  • In-depth expertise in network management and troubleshooting—including Meraki, multi-vendor LAN/WAN, and cloud-connected scenarios
  • Working knowledge of scripting/automation (Python, PowerShell, Bash): ability to streamline security operations, automate repetitive tasks, and integrate systems
  • Proven experience with CrowdStrike (or similar XDR), SIEM platforms, and security tool deployment/integration
  • Hands-on expertise in network security, cloud security, incident response, vulnerability management, and security tool administration (implied from role overview)

Responsibilities

  • Manage and operate our XDR platform: triage alerts, conduct investigations, and take response actions
  • Create security automation through our XDR platform and in our other tools
  • Configure, review, and enhance our SIEM solution
  • Assist with vulnerability management: apply threat modeling of identified CVEs, coordinate technical remediation, propose solutions, and document outcomes
  • Administer email security systems: respond to phishing attempts, maintain and improve filters, investigate suspicious email traffic, and provide quick technical response to threats
  • Deploy, integrate, and maintain diverse security tools: drive lifecycle management, automation of routine security operations, and ensure seamless integration with existing infrastructure
  • Support security awareness and technical training: deliver targeted education and assist users in following security best practices
  • Provide incident response across environments: analyze, contain, document, and automate response processes
  • Collaborate with IT and security leadership to assess risks and prioritize technical security tasks based on business urgency and threat landscape
  • Operate and optimize virtualized Layer 7 firewalls (Palo Alto, Fortinet, Juniper, etc.): configure policies, tune rules, and troubleshoot firewall and traffic anomalies
  • Provide hands-on support for cloud security operations—design, implement, and monitor Azure networking (with emphasis on Azure Network Security Groups), enforce cloud security best practices, assess cloud risks, and collaborate on secure cloud architecture
  • Administer and optimize network infrastructure, including Meraki environments, with a focus on monitoring, troubleshooting, device configuration, and reviewing network security alerts
  • Manage end-to-end network troubleshooting: identify, analyze, and resolve network performance and security issues across LAN, WAN, and cloud-connected infrastructure

Skills

XDR
SIEM
Vulnerability Management
Incident Response
Threat Modeling
CVE
Email Security
Phishing Response
Security Automation
Cloud Security
Network Security

Accordion

Financial consulting for private equity

About Accordion

Accordion provides financial consulting services and technology solutions specifically for the private equity sector. Their main product, Maestro, is a technology platform that helps private equity firms standardize and enhance their value creation strategies. Accordion's consultants collaborate closely with management teams to improve the finance function, ensuring that projects are executed flawlessly. Unlike other consulting firms, Accordion focuses solely on the needs of the CFO's office within private equity, allowing them to offer specialized insights and practices. The company's goal is to drive value creation for their clients by combining expert consulting with effective technology solutions.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2009Year Founded
$25KTotal Funding
PRE_SEEDCompany Stage
Consulting, Enterprise Software, Financial ServicesIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Hybrid Work Options
Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Accordion faces increased competition from other fintech consulting firms.
Rapid technological changes may challenge Accordion's integration capabilities.
Accordion's reliance on private equity clients makes it vulnerable to market downturns.

Differentiation

Accordion focuses exclusively on the Office of the CFO for private equity firms.
Maestro platform institutionalizes private equity value creation, unique in the consulting space.
Accordion combines financial consulting with technology enablement, offering a comprehensive service suite.

Upsides

Accordion's acquisition of Merilytics enhances its data and analytics capabilities.
Strategic growth investment from Charlesbank and Motive Partners accelerates Accordion's expansion.
Increased demand for digital transformation in private equity aligns with Accordion's services.

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