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Job Title: Security Analyst

Location:Remote

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Security Analyst to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in vulnerability management and experience working with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools such as Microsoft Sentinel. You will play a critical role in ensuring the security of our cloud environments, infrastructure, and business units by identifying, analyzing, and addressing vulnerabilities and threats.

Key Responsibilities:

• Vulnerability Management:
• Develop, implement, and operate vulnerability management capabilities using tools like Tenable One.
• Deploy, configure, and manage vulnerability assessment tools (e.g., Tenable, NCSC's Active Cyber Defence Toolkit) and Attack Surface Management tools.
• Deliver a seamless vulnerability management service across infrastructure and business units, ensuring the effectiveness of security measures.
• Threat Analysis:
• Utilize various sources of information to identify, analyze, and report on relevant threats and vulnerabilities.
• Continuously monitor and assess the threat landscape to adjust security measures accordingly.
• SIEM and EDR:
• Implement and manage SIEM tools such as Microsoft Sentinel to monitor and respond to security incidents.
• Utilize Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tools like Microsoft Defender to detect, investigate, and mitigate threats.
• Cloud Security:
• Secure and manage cloud environments, particularly AWS and Azure, ensuring compliance with security standards.
• Work closely with cloud teams to integrate security measures and respond to cloud-specific threats.
• Stakeholder Management:
• Engage with stakeholders across the organization to communicate security risks, provide technical guidance, and ensure alignment on security initiatives.
• Translate complex security issues into clear, actionable items for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Security Operations:
• Lead and deliver core security operations focused on vulnerability management.
• Verify the effectiveness of security measures across the entire estate, ensuring compliance with security policies and standards.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in vulnerability management and the use of tools like Tenable One.
• Hands-on experience with SIEM tools, particularly Microsoft Sentinel.
• Experience deploying and managing vulnerability assessment and Attack Surface Management tools.
• Strong knowledge of cloud security, particularly in AWS and Azure environments.
• Proficiency with EDR tools, such as Microsoft Defender.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate security issues to diverse stakeholders.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with a proven track record of working with cross-functional teams.
• In-depth understanding of the current threat landscape and security best practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CEH, CompTIA Security+).
• Experience with the NCSC's Active Cyber Defence Toolkit.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and industry standards (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001).

Work Environment:

• This is a fully remote position, offering flexibility and the opportunity to work from anywhere.

Job Type: Contract
Contract length: 6 months

Additional pay:

• Bonus scheme
• Commission pay
• Performance bonus
• Tips
• Yearly bonus

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Private medical insurance
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Information Security: 4 years (preferred)

Work Location: Remote