IT Security Specialist

Ocho; Belfast; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A digital security firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an IT Security Specialist to monitor and strengthen IT security. The successful candidate will be responsible for incident response and risk mitigation strategies. The ideal applicant has proven expertise in IT security operations and strong analytical skills, with opportunities for ongoing professional development and the possibility to work from home.

Benefits

Lead critical security initiatives

Work with passionate professionals

Opportunity for ongoing professional development

Work From Home

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in IT security operations and incident response.
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Security certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement security policies and controls.
• Conduct vulnerability scans and penetration tests.
• Manage security alerts and incident investigations.
• Advise teams on integrated security best practices.
• Stay current on emerging threats and solutions.

Skills

IT security operations

Incident response

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Tools

CISSP

CISM

Job description

Overview

IT Security Specialist

Our client operates at the forefront of digital security in a rapidly evolving industry, committed to safeguarding critical information and infrastructure.

The Role

Take charge of monitoring and strengthening IT security, responding to incidents, and collaborating on risk mitigation strategies to protect vital systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement security policies and controls.
• Conduct vulnerability scans and penetration tests.
• Manage security alerts and incident investigations.
• Advise teams on integrated security best practices.
• Stay current on emerging threats and solutions.

About You

• Proven expertise in IT security operations and incident response.
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Security certifications are a plus (CISSP, CISM, etc.).
• Able to communicate complex ideas to technical and non-technical audiences.

Benefits

• Lead critical security initiatives in a cutting-edge environment.
• Work with passionate professionals dedicated to excellence.
• Opportunity for ongoing professional development.
• Work From Home

If you have any further questions or want to hear more about the role, simply apply or contact Brendan McCrory directly on LinkedIn or WhatsApp.