Cyber Security Analyst Ambika Technologies

Ambikatechs; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A cybersecurity firm in Birmingham seeks a Cyber Security Analyst to safeguard IT systems, monitor threats, and ensure regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of threat management, SIEM tools, and incident response, along with experience in vulnerability monitoring and incident investigation. This role involves various responsibilities, including conducting audits, implementing security policies, and developing incident response plans.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of threat management.
• Experience with SIEM tools.
• Proficient in incident response.

Responsibilities

• Monitored IT systems for vulnerabilities and attacks.
• Conducted penetration testing and risk assessments.
• Managed firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint security.
• Investigated security incidents and breaches.
• Implemented access control and authentication policies.
• Monitored logs and SIEM tools for anomalies.
• Developed and maintained incident response plans.
• Provided security awareness training to staff.
• Ensured compliance with GDPR and ISO 27001.
• Worked with IT teams for secure deployments.
• Conducted audits of IT infrastructure.
• Recommended improvements in security posture.
• Coordinated with external auditors and regulators.
• Supported disaster recovery and business continuity.
• Produced regular reports for management.

Job description

We are seeking a Cyber Security Analyst to safeguard IT systems, monitor threats, and ensure regulatory compliance. The role requires strong knowledge of threat management, SIEM tools, and incident response.

Responsibilities

• Monitored IT systems for vulnerabilities and attacks
• Conducted penetration testing and risk assessments
• Managed firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint security
• Investigated security incidents and breaches
• Implemented access control and authentication policies
• Monitored logs and SIEM tools for anomalies
• Developed and maintained incident response plans
• Provided security awareness training to staff
• Ensured compliance with GDPR and ISO 27001
• Worked with IT teams for secure deployments
• Conducted audits of IT infrastructure
• Recommended improvements in security posture
• Coordinated with external auditors and regulators
• Supported disaster recovery and business continuity
• Produced regular reports for management