Cybersecurity Analyst

Cognizant; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a detail-oriented Cybersecurity Analyst with around 4 years of experience. You will monitor security alerts, investigate incidents, and assist in security compliance activities. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and experience with firewalls and endpoint protection tools. This role offers opportunities to work on the latest cybersecurity initiatives.

Qualifications

• Approximately 4 years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity or IT security operations.
• Familiar with regulatory standards and compliance frameworks.
• Understanding of network protocols and system vulnerabilities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze security alerts from various sources.
• Investigate and respond to security incidents.
• Support vulnerability assessments and penetration testing activities.

Skills

Firewalls (Fortinet, Palo Alto)

Mobile Device Management (Microsoft Intune)

Endpoint Detection & Response (CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender)

SIEM tools

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, or related field

Tools

Fortinet

Palo Alto

Microsoft Intune

CrowdStrike

Microsoft Defender

Job description

Job Summary

Job Summary: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Cybersecurity Analyst with approximately 4 years of hands-on experience to support cybersecurity initiatives. The analyst will be responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security incidents, as well as assisting in the implementation of security controls and compliance measures.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze security alerts from various sources (SIEM, firewalls, endpoint protection, etc.)
• Investigate and respond to security incidents and vulnerabilities.
• Assist in the development and enforcement of security policies and procedures.
• Support vulnerability assessments and penetration testing activities.
• Maintain and update documentation related to security operations and incident response.
• Collaborate with IT and business teams to ensure secure system configurations and practices.
• Assist in compliance activities related to ISO 27001, NIST, or other relevant frameworks.
• Stay updated on emerging threats and recommend mitigation strategies.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, or related field.
• Around 4 years of experience in cybersecurity or IT security operations.
• Firewalls (e.g., Fortinet, Palo Alto)
• Mobile Device Management (e.g., Microsoft Intune)
• Endpoint Detection & Response platforms (e.g., CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender)
• Familiarity with SIEM tools and antivirus.
• Understanding of network protocols, system vulnerabilities, and threat vectors.
• Basic knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and documentation abilities.

Preferred Certifications (Optional but Advantageous)

• CompTIA Security+
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
• GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)
• Cisco CCNA Security

About Cognizant

Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) engineers modern businesses. We help our clients modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they can stay ahead in our fast-changing world. Together, we\'re improving everyday life. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.