Web Security Specialist

Global One; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A cybersecurity firm is looking for a Cyber Security Specialist in Greater London. The role entails detecting insecure features and malicious activities in networks and infrastructure. Responsibilities include conducting vulnerability assessments and implementing security controls. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Systems, alongside proven experience in the field. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to maintaining network security and enhancing overall safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as a Cyber Security Specialist or similar role.
• Hands-on experience analyzing high volumes of logs, network data, and other attack artifacts.
• Experience with vulnerability scanning solutions.

Responsibilities

• Determine security violations and inefficiencies by conducting periodic audits.
• Upgrade our network and infrastructure systems.
• Implement and maintain security controls.

Skills

Log analysis

Vulnerability assessment

Network security

System administration

Security software proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Systems

Job description

A Cyber Security Specialists responsibilities include using their skills to detect insecure features and malicious activities within our networks and infrastructure. They will implement customized application security assessments for client-based asset risk, corporate policy compliance as well as conduct vulnerability assessment. They should have an advanced understanding of TCP/IP, common networking ports and protocols, traffic flow, system administration, OSI model, defense-in-depth and common security elements.

Requirements

• Proven work experience as a Cyber Security Specialist or similar role
• Hands-on experience analyzing high volumes of logs, network data and other attack artifacts
• Experience with vulnerability scanning solutions
• Proficiency with antivirus and security software
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent education or work experience

Responsibilities

• Determine security violations and inefficiencies by conducting periodic audits
• Upgrade our network and infrastructure systems
• Implement and maintain security controls
• Identify and solve potential and actual security problems
• Assess the current situation, evaluating trends and anticipating security requirements
• Keep users informed by preparing performance reports; communicating system status
• Maintain quality service by following organization standards
• Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed