Remote Endpoint Security Specialist

Placements24; London Borough of Newham; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement with a홈?

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Endpoint Security Administrator to join a remote IT security team. The role involves deploying and managing endpoint protection across devices, monitoring alerts, and enforcing security configurations to counter malware and ransomware.

The ideal candidate will troubleshoot issues and stay ahead of emerging threats. You will work with tools like CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, ensuring systems are patched and secure in a fully remote

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 2-4 years of experience in IT support, system administration, or endpoint security.
• Proven experience with managing and configuring endpoint security tools (e.g., CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Sophos).
• Strong understanding of operating systems (Windows, macOS) and network security principles.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, and manage endpoint security solutions, including antivirus, EDR, and anti-malware software.
• Monitor endpoint security alerts and investigate potential threats and incidents.
• Perform root cause analysis of security incidents and implement remediation strategies.
• Develop and enforce endpoint security policies and configurations across all company devices.
• Ensure all endpoints are up-to-date with the latest security patches and software updates.
• Conduct regular vulnerability scans on endpoints and report findings.
• Assist in developing and executing incident response plans related to endpoint compromises.
• Collaborate with IT support teams to troubleshoot endpoint security issues.
• Stay current with emerging endpoint threats and security technologies.
• Maintain accurate documentation of endpoint security configurations, policies, and incident reports.

Skills

Endpoint security

Troubleshooting

Scripting (PowerShell)

Remote work

Security incident response

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT / CS / Cybersecurity

Tools

CrowdStrike

SentinelOne

Microsoft Defender for Endpoint

Sophos

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Endpoint Security Administrator to join a remote IT security team. The role involves deploying and managing endpoint protection across devices, monitoring alerts, and enforcing security configurations to counter malware and ransomware.

The ideal candidate will troubleshoot issues and stay ahead of emerging threats. You will work with tools like CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, ensuring systems are patched and secure in a fully remote