Security Analyst

EY; Ernakulam; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuous learning

Flexible working

Global opportunities

Well-being programs

Job summary

EY is seeking a Senior Specialist for Internal Investigations Services to lead cyber security investigations and eDiscovery matters globally. The role involves developing fact-based technical reports, advising stakeholders on data relevance, and driving improvements in IIS processes.

You will work within a team supporting, protecting, and enabling EY’s business while ensuring compliance with privacy and legal considerations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master degree in Computer Science or a related field
• Experience in information security, investigations and incident response
• Familiar with legal aspects of discovery and electronic data analysis
• Experience with forensic tools such as Nuix, Axiom, and others
• Familiar with Microsoft environment (Exchange, SharePoint, Purview, Sentinel, Azure)
• Experience with PowerShell

Responsibilities

• Leads security investigations and eDiscovery matters
• Produces fact-based technical reports detailing events over specified periods for investigations
• Advise stakeholders on relevance of information from internal/external sources
• Identify and propose improvements in IIS processes and procedures

Skills

Forensics tools

Incident response

Digital forensics

PowerShell

Log analysis

Communication

Global collaboration

Data privacy

Microsoft Defender

Education

Bachelor or Master in Computer Science

Tools

Nuix

Axiom

Microsoft Defender

Azure Sentinel

Purview

Job description

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

Today’s world is fueled by vast amounts of information. Data is more valuable than ever before. Protecting data and information systems is central to doing business, and everyone in EY Information Security has a critical role to play. Join a global team of almost 950 people who collaborate to support the business of EY by protecting EY and client information assets! Our Information Security professionals enable EY to work securely and deliver secure products and services, as well as detect and quickly respond to security events as they happen. Together, the efforts of our dedicated team helps protect the EY brand and build client trust.

Within Information Security we blend risk strategy, digital identity, cyber defense, application security and technology solutions as we consider the entire security lifecycle. You will join a team of hardworking, security-focused individuals dedicated to supporting, protecting and enabling the business through innovative, secure solutions that provide speed to market and business value.

The opportunity

The Internal Investigations Services (IIS) team is responsible for responding to cyber security incidents and events caused by EY Personnel, Contractors and Associates globally. The scope of IIS also includes performing computer forensic reviews and managing eDiscovery requests supporting General Counsel.

Senior Specialist Internal Investigations Services acts as a lead technical investigator for information gathering, analysis and reporting in support of digital forensic investigations.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Leads security investigations and eDiscovery matters
• Produces fact-based technical reports detailing events over specified periods of time for the investigation and shares the reports with stakeholders to act upon
• Advise and assist stakeholders on the relevance of information derived from internal and external sources associated with information security matters, digital forensic inquiries, and investigative work
• Identify and propose areas for improvement in IIS processes and procedures

Skills And Attributes For Success

In depth technical knowledge (IT infrastructure, forensic tools, forensic methodologies)

• Strong investigative and analytical mentality, and problem-solving skills
• Able to see the comprehensive picture based on the correlation of the data captured from the various data sources
• Ability to multitask in a time sensitive environment with awareness of confidentiality and local privacy laws
• Flexibility to adjust to multiple demands, ambiguity and rapid change environment
• Global approach for working with different cultures and backgrounds
• Excellent teaming skills
• Ability to team well with others to facilitate and enhance the understanding & compliance to security policies
• Knowledge of existing and emerging legal issues within information security environments (i.e., data privacy)
• Possess an efficient and versatile communication style
• Proven integrity and judgment within a professional environment
• Ability to work in a global environment (Virtual teaming, multiple jurisdictions)
• Experiences in investigation case management
• A strong information security background and knowledge to speak thoughtfully to both technical and non-technical teams
• Ability to appropriate balance work/personal priorities
• Understanding of the Big 4 workplace culture and business structure
• Conduct interview skills with investigative mind-set, supporting GCO from a technical perspective

Other Requirements:

Some weekend work should be expected

To qualify for the role you must have

Education:

Bachelor or Master Degree in Computer Science or a related field

Experience:

• Information Security, demonstrating experience in investigative unit and incident response.
• Information Security, in depth understanding of cyber investigation, forensic tools, and methodologies, including: log correlation and analysis, forensically handling electronic data, knowledge of the computer security investigative processes
• Be familiar with a basic understanding of legalities surrounding discovery and analysis of electronically stored information
• Experience with Forensic tools such as Nuix, Axiom, and others.
• Experience with Microsoft Defender and other monitoring tools
• Familiar with Microsoft environment (Exchange, SharePoint, Purview , Sentinel, Azure…)
• Subject Matter Expert Knowledge of Microsoft Purview
• Experience with PowerShell

Experience in reporting to Senior Leadership

Certification Requirements:

• Candidates must hold or be actively pursuing related professional certifications such as CISSP, Security+, EnCE, ACE, GCFE, GCIA
• Ability to obtain and maintain Security Clearance if assigned in US

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Certifications demonstrating interest and development of Soft Skills

What We Look For

Understanding the impact and associated risks data security incidents cause for the Business and EY as a Company, you will handle incoming requests in a timely and appropriate manner.

What We Offer

As part of this role, you will work in a highly coordinated, globally diverse team with the opportunity and tools to grow, develop and drive your career forward. Here, you can combine global opportunity with flexible working. The EY benefits package goes above and beyond too, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Your recruiter can talk to you about the benefits available in your country. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

• Continuous learning: You will develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a significant impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You will be accepted for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

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