Analyst, Cybersecurity Operations (Detection & Response) L2

McDonald's; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Analyst in Cybersecurity Operations to join their dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your expertise in cybersecurity practices and incident response to protect vital information assets. As you monitor and analyze potential threats, your contributions will play a key role in ensuring the safety and security of the organization. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative environment that values innovation and proactive measures against cyber threats. If you're passionate about cybersecurity and eager to make a significant impact, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of cybersecurity practices and cloud technologies.
• Proficiency in network security methodologies and incident handling procedures.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze system activity to identify malicious activity.
• Collaborate with the Incident Response team to validate security events.
• Conduct security operations trend analysis and reporting.

Skills

Cybersecurity practices

Cloud technologies

Incident handling procedures

Network security methodologies

Threat analysis

Intrusion detection

Operating systems proficiency (Windows, MacOS, Linux)

Adversarial tactics and techniques

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Equivalent experience in Cybersecurity

Tools

SIEM

EDR technologies

SOAR

Case management tools

Email security solutions

Job description

Analyst, Cybersecurity Operations (Detection & Response) L2

• Full-time
• McDonald's Office Location: International Office

McDonald’s growth strategy, Accelerating the Arches, encompasses all aspects of our business as the leading global omni-channel restaurant brand. As the consumer landscape shifts we are using our competitive advantages to further strengthen our brand. One of our core growth strategies is to Double Down on the 3Ds (Delivery, Digital and Drive Thru). McDonald’s will accelerate technology innovation so 65M+ customers a day will experience a fast, easy experience, whether at one of our 25,000 and growing Drive Thrus, through McDelivery, dine-in or takeaway.

As a L2 Response Analyst within the Security Operations Center (SOC), your responsibilities include using defensive measures and information gathered from various sources to identify, analyze, and report cybersecurity events, ensuring the protection of McDonald's information assets. You play a crucial role in supporting the Incident Response process, responding to crisis situations, and mitigating immediate and potential cyber threats. Your expertise in security operations, event monitoring, and incident response will be key in this role.

The ideal candidate for this role should possess a solid understanding of cybersecurity practices, cloud technologies, detection and response frameworks, and incident handling procedures (containment, eradication, recovery, and lessons learned). They should be skilled in adhering to established incident response playbooks and practices, have a strong attention to detail, and work collaboratively across global cross-functional teams.

Minimum Requirements:

• Proficiency in computer networking concepts, protocols, and network security methodologies.
• Strong ability to analyze cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
• Competence in authentication, authorization, and access control methods.
• Proficiency in utilizing intrusion detection methodologies and techniques for detecting host and network-based intrusions.
• In-depth knowledge of system and application security threats and vulnerabilities.
• Advanced understanding of network attacks and their relationship to threats and vulnerabilities.
• Proficiency in adversarial tactics, techniques, and procedures.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the stages of a cyber attack.
• Proficiency with Windows, MacOS, and/or Linux operating systems.

Responsibilities:

• Continuously monitor and analyze system activity using security operations tools to identify malicious activity.
• Characterize and analyze network traffic and logs to identify potential threats to McDonald’s assets.
• Analyze network alerts from various sources within the enterprise to determine their root cause.
• Provide timely detection, identification, and analysis of possible attacks and intrusions, differentiating them from benign activities.
• Collaborate with the Incident Response (IR) team, market stakeholders, and SOC to validate security events and provide tuning input.
• Perform event correlation to gain situational awareness and assess the effectiveness of observed attacks.
• Conduct security operations and incident response trend analysis and reporting.
• Assist in constructing signatures for defense network tools in response to new or observed threats.
• Assist in eDiscovery and Forensic investigations.
• Monitor external data sources to stay informed about cyber defense threat conditions.
• Offer cybersecurity recommendations to leadership based on significant threats and vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve computer security incidents and ensure vulnerability compliance.

Desired Skills:

• Professional certification such as GIAC, GCIH, GCIA.
• Experience working from Incident Response Playbooks.
• Experience working with case management tools, SOAR, email security solutions, SIEM, and EDR technologies.
• Experience with network/data analysis, packet capture analysis, malware detection, custom intrusion signature development, and advanced information assurance.
• Experience developing automation through scripting languages such as Python.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or Computer Engineering.

McDonald’s is an equal opportunity employer committed to the diversity of our workforce. We promote an inclusive work environment that creates feel-good moments for everyone.