Cyber Security Analyst - L4

KBC Technologies UK LTD; Warwick; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced Network Security professional. You will design and maintain the network security infrastructure while aligning with compliance standards. Ideal candidates should have over 5 years of experience and relevant certifications in network security technologies. This position offers a hybrid work model based in Warwick/Wokingham.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Security consultant or Architect.
• Certifications such as Palo Alto PCNSA/PCNSE, CISSP, etc.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain network security infrastructure solutions.
• Manage firewall policies and access controls.
• Conduct security audits and compliance checks.
• Monitor network traffic for security breaches.

Skills

Network security infrastructure solutions

Firewalls

AAA mechanisms

MFA

Cloud network security

Compliance standards (e.g., GDPR)

Vulnerability management

Agile framework

Tools

Palo Alto Networks

SIEM

Azure

AWS

Job description

Overview

Warwick/Wokingham – 2 Days a week (Hybrid)

Network Security JD:

Responsibilities

• Design, architect, implement and maintain an organization's network security infrastructure solutions (Firewalls, IDPS, Proxy, Load Balancers, VPN, WAF, etc.), align with the organization's strategies, policies, and standards.
• Design and manage firewall policies, network access controls, AAA mechanisms, MFA, IAM solutions, RBAC, Privilege Management, etc.
• Develop an in–depth understanding of cloud network security, network architectures (LAN, WAN, DMZ), topologies, network protocols, routing, switching, and subnetting.
• Ensure network security measures align with relevant compliance standards and regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS); conduct regular security audits and assessments to identify and address gaps.
• Familiarity with industry standards and frameworks such as NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001, and CIS Critical Security Controls.
• Familiarity with standard security technology solutions and processes (user provisioning, directory, SIEM, vulnerability management, Cloud Security (OCI/Azure/AWS), Web Security, Email Security, Logging and Monitoring, PKI and Cryptography).
• Evaluate and recommend security technologies, tools, and methodologies to enhance network security posture; monitor network traffic for unusual activities and potential security breaches.
• Work closely with IT teams, including network engineers, system administrators, and application developers, to ensure a holistic approach to security.
• Communicate complex security concepts to non–technical stakeholders and executives.
• Provide a technical background with experience in solution delivery including SDLC, security tools and technologies, and Agile framework.
• Provide training and guidance to staff members on network security best practices.
• Maintain accurate documentation of network security configurations, processes, and procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Security consultant, Security Architect or equivalent.
• Hold certifications such as Palo Alto PCNSA/PCNSE, F5, CompTIA, Zscaler, Azure, AWS, CISSP, CCSP, ISSAP, ITIL, etc.
• Mandatory Skills: Palo Alto Networks – Firewalls.
• Experience: 5–8 Years.

Applications from people with disabilities are explicitly welcome.