Security Analyst

MAJOR FUNCTIONS 

  • Implement and maintain security technologies. 
  • Monitor and implement adherence to security compliance standards. 

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

  • Evaluate and analyse security incidents and alerts generated by the SOC and/or MSSP. 
  • Liaise with different internal IT teams to ensure timely response to incidents and alerts.
  • Work with stakeholders to resolve security incidents and vulnerability compliance.
  • Develop and enforce security policies and procedures
  • Monitor and analyse security alerts from different sources (eg., SIEM, NDR, NAC)
  • Maintain and monitor adherence to ISO27001 standard. 
  • Maintaining and improving the security technologies deployed, including creating use cases, customizing or better configuring the tools based on past and current threats.
  • Develop and maintain data governance and data security
  • Develop and conduct security awareness training programs
  • Assist in internal and external security audits
  • Assist with the creation, maintenance and delivery of cyber security awareness training for colleague.

 

Minimum Educational, Technical Qualifications/Certifications Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Cybersecurity. 
  • Certifications required: CISSP and/or CEH. 
  • Technical knowledge of networking concepts and network infrastructure. 
  • Working knowledge of cloud security and data governance (eg., Azure).
  • Solid understanding of network and computer security, security testing, software security
  • Knowledge of ISO27001, NIST controls and implementation
  • Familiar with penetration and vulnerability testing. Familiar with antivirus, Firewall, IDS/IPS protocols. 
  • 5-6 years experience in Information Security with hands-on experience in SOC.