Associate Information Security Incident Response Analyst

NTT DATA, Inc.; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global technology firm in Gqeberha is seeking an entry-level Associate Information Security Incident Response Analyst. This role is focused on detecting and monitoring security threats. Responsibilities include assisting with incident management, supporting access management, and communicating with global security teams. Candidates should have a degree in IT or a related field and knowledge of information security practices. The position offers a hybrid workplace environment.

Qualifications

• Entry level experience in the Technology Information Security Industry.
• Experience using End Point Protection Software.
• Experience using Enterprise Detection & Response software.
• Knowledge of SIEM and IPS technologies.
• Experience with Wireshark or tcpdump to identify abnormal traffic patterns.

Responsibilities

• Assist with prevention and resolution of security breaches.
• Support access management activities according to policy.
• Implement and discuss security audit schedules.
• Interact with a global team of Cyber Security Analysts.
• Communicate status of response and resolution to stakeholders.
• Log and manage service requests to resolution.

Skills

Knowledge of technological advances within information security

Understanding of system processes

Knowledge of information security management

Understanding of emerging threats

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or Computer Science

SANS GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)

SANS GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA)

SANS GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)

Tools

End Point Protection Software

Enterprise Detection & Response software

SIEM technologies

Wireshark

tcpdump

Job description

Overview

Make an impact with NTT DATA. Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion – it’s a place where you can grow, belong and thrive.

Your day at NTT DATA

The Associate Information Security Incident Response Analyst is an entry level subject matter expert, responsible for assisting with the detection and monitoring of threats and suspicious activity affecting the organization's technology domain. This role acts as the technical first responder by supporting the work of technical staff from various business areas as well as third-party technical experts. This role uses their technical competencies of systems and automated mechanisms to detect unauthorized activity on company\'s information assets.

Key responsibilities

• Assists with the prevention and resolution of security breaches and ensures incident and problem management processes are initiated.
• Supports access management activities according to the policy.
• Assists with the implementation of and discusses security service audit schedules, review access authorization and performs the required access controls and testing to identify security weaknesses.
• Interacts with a global team of Cyber Security Analysts and specialists.
• Notifies internal and/or external teams according to agreed alert priority levels, escalation trees, 1st level triaging of security alerts, events, and notifications.
• Communicates status of response, resolution and final root cause analysis to the appropriate stakeholders.
• Ability to follow and update established and/or ad-hoc processes and work instructions and create procedures where deficiencies are identified.
• Logs, manages and coordinates service requests through to resolution including the identification, isolation, resolution and escalation of IT infrastructure faults.

To thrive in this role, you need to have:

• Knowledge of technological advances within the information security arena.
• Understanding of inter-relationships in an overall system or process.
• Knowledge of information security management and policies.
• Maintain an understanding of current and emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and trends.

Academic qualifications and certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Information Technology, Computer Science or related preferred.
• SANS GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC) or equivalent preferred.
• SANS GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA) or equivalent preferred.
• SANS GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) or equivalent preferred.

Required experience:

• Entry level experience in a Technology Information Security Industry.
• Experience using End Point Protection Software.
• Experience using Enterprise Detection & Response software.
• Experience or knowledge of SIEM and IPS technologies.
• Experience with Wireshark or tcpdump to identify normal and abnormal/malicious traffic patterns and behaviors.

Workplace type

Hybrid Working

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30+ billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long-term success. We invest over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure, and connectivity. We are also one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group and headquartered in Tokyo.

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