Job Title: Security Analyst
Location: Remote
Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Security Analyst to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in vulnerability management and experience working with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools such as Microsoft Sentinel. You will play a critical role in ensuring the security of our cloud environments, infrastructure, and business units by identifying, analyzing, and addressing vulnerabilities and threats.
Key Responsibilities:
- Vulnerability Management:
- Develop, implement, and operate vulnerability management capabilities using tools like Tenable One.
- Deploy, configure, and manage vulnerability assessment tools (e.g., Tenable, NCSC’s Active Cyber Defence Toolkit) and Attack Surface Management tools.
- Deliver a seamless vulnerability management service across infrastructure and business units, ensuring the effectiveness of security measures.
- Threat Analysis:
- Utilize various sources of information to identify, analyze, and report on relevant threats and vulnerabilities.
- Continuously monitor and assess the threat landscape to adjust security measures accordingly.
- SIEM and EDR:
- Implement and manage SIEM tools such as Microsoft Sentinel to monitor and respond to security incidents.
- Utilize Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tools like Microsoft Defender to detect, investigate, and mitigate threats.
- Cloud Security:
- Secure and manage cloud environments, particularly AWS and Azure, ensuring compliance with security standards.
- Work closely with cloud teams to integrate security measures and respond to cloud-specific threats.
- Stakeholder Management:
- Engage with stakeholders across the organization to communicate security risks, provide technical guidance, and ensure alignment on security initiatives.
- Translate complex security issues into clear, actionable items for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Security Operations:
- Lead and deliver core security operations focused on vulnerability management.
- Verify the effectiveness of security measures across the entire estate, ensuring compliance with security policies and standards.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in vulnerability management and the use of tools like Tenable One.
- Hands-on experience with SIEM tools, particularly Microsoft Sentinel.
- Experience deploying and managing vulnerability assessment and Attack Surface Management tools.
- Strong knowledge of cloud security, particularly in AWS and Azure environments.
- Proficiency with EDR tools, such as Microsoft Defender.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate security issues to diverse stakeholders.
- Strong stakeholder management skills, with a proven track record of working with cross-functional teams.
- In-depth understanding of the current threat landscape and security best practices.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CEH, CompTIA Security+).
- Experience with the NCSC’s Active Cyber Defence Toolkit.
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements and industry standards (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001).
Work Environment:
- This is a fully remote position, offering flexibility and the opportunity to work from anywhere.
Job Type: Contract
Contract length: 6 months
Additional pay:
- Bonus scheme
- Commission pay
- Performance bonus
- Tips
- Yearly bonus
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Private medical insurance
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Information Security: 4 years (preferred)
Work Location: Remote
Job Category: cyber security
Job Type: Contract
Job Location: UK