Tier 2 Security Operations Centre

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The Senior Associate Information Security Analyst is a developing subject matter expert, responsible for designing and implementing security systems to protect the organization's computer networks from cyber-attacks, and to help set and maintain security standards.

This role is required to monitor the organization's computer networks for security issues, install security software, and document any security issues or breaches found.

The Senior Associate Information Security Analyst is responsible for assisting in the planning, implementation, and management of information security measures to safeguard the organization's digital assets and systems and contributes to maintaining a secure and compliant environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Monitors security alerts and events from various sources, investigates potential threats, and escalates incidents as necessary.
• Assists in incident response for confirmed incidents.
• Assists in the implementation and monitoring of security controls, including Endpoint Detection and Response, vulnerability management tools, and Web Application Firewalls.
• Performs regular vulnerability assessments, analyses scan results, and assists in prioritizing and remediating identified vulnerabilities.
• Supports the incident response team in investigating security incidents, documenting findings, and participating in remediation efforts.
• Assists in ensuring compliance with industry standards (for example, GDPR, ISO by conducting assessments and implementing necessary controls.
• Reviews Cyber Threat Intelligence to advise efforts on optimisation of security controls and detection engineering
• Documents security breaches and assess the impact.
• Works with the security team to perform tests and uncover network vulnerabilities.
• Fixes detected vulnerabilities within approved timelines.
• Installs, tests and evaluates new technology for adoption by the Security Operations Centre
• Researches security enhancements and makes recommendations to management.
• Stays abreast of information technology trends and security standards.
• Contributes to security awareness initiatives by creating training materials, conducting workshops, and training employees on best security practices.
• Maintains accurate records of security incidents, assessments, and actions taken for reporting and audit purposes.
• Assists in the management and maintenance of security tools, including endpoint security, encryption tools, and security information and event management (SIEM) systems.
• Participates in risk assessments to identify potential security threats, vulnerabilities, and associated risks to the organization.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams, IT, and other teams to ensure security measures are integrated into the organization's processes and projects.
• Performs any other related task as required.

To thrive in this role, you need to have:

• Good communication skills to effectively convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
• Good analytical thinking and problem-solving skills to mitigate cybersecurity incidents.
• Ability to perform basic malware analysis
• Ability to investigate security incidents across the cyber kill chain and assess potential risk.
• Understands firewalls, SOAR, SIEM, endpoint security, and case management concepts.
• Understands patch management with the ability to deploy patches in a timely manner whilst understanding business impact.
• Proficiency with Windows and Linux OS.
• Familiarity with security frameworks, standards, and regulations (for example, NIST, CIS, GDPR, DPA).
• Basic understanding of network and system architecture, protocols, and security controls.
• Ability to analyze security incidents and assess potential risks.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Academic qualifications and certifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in information security, cybersecurity, computer science, or related.
• Security Operations certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Pentest+, Blue Team Level 1, Blue Team Level 2, Certified Cyber Defender (CCD) or similar certifications advantageous.
• Vendor certifications on SIEM, Cloud and Networking are advantageous

Required experience:

• Moderate level of demonstrated experience in information security or cybersecurity, or related roles.
• Moderate level of demonstrated experience working in a global IT organization.
• Moderate level of demonstrated experience with computer network penetration testing and techniques.
• Moderate level of demonstrated experience with security assessment and vulnerability scanning tools.

Workplace type:
On-site Working

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