Cyber Security Analyst

Posted 10/04/2024 by Hays Technology

Remote job
Location:
Glasgow
Salary/Rate:
£50,000 - £55,000/annum £50,000-£55,000 per annum

Your new companyA well known private sector organisation based in Glasgow City Centre. They have a fantastic track record with investment into their IT team and are looking to expand their Cyber Security team. Having been through a recent transformation within their technology function, this is an exciting time to join the team and help drive the business forward.
Your new roleAs a cybersecurity analyst, your role encompasses several critical responsibilities. You will stay informed about the latest security and technology developments, ensuring you remain up-to-date with industry trends. Your primary task involves researching and evaluating emerging cyber threats, devising effective strategies to manage and mitigate them. Disaster recovery planning and the creation of contingency measures in case of security breaches are essential components of your work. Vigilance is key, you'll monitor for attacks, intrusions, and any unusual or unauthorised activity within your organization's systems. Additionally, you'll assess security tools, collaborate with stakeholders, and provide timely incident responses. Your role plays a crucial part in safeguarding sensitive information and maintaining system integrity.What you'll need to succeedThe ideal candidate will have experience of the following:

  • Cyber Security Essentials: Familiarity with fundamental security principles.
  • ISO 27001/22301: Knowledge of international standards for information security management.
  • Microsoft 365/Azure: Understanding of Microsoft's cloud services and platforms.
  • Network and Application Firewalls: Proficiency in configuring and managing firewalls.
  • Host Intrusion Prevention and Anti-Virus: Skills in safeguarding systems against threats.
  • Malware Sandboxing Reports: Ability to analyze and respond to malware incidents.
  • Security Tooling (Windows & Cloud Environment): Experience with security tools across different environments.
  • XDR, EDR, Email & Remote Access Security: Expertise in threat detection and secure communication.
  • Content Filtering (Web/Email): Implementing filters to protect against malicious content.
  • Cloud Security (SaaS, PaaS, IaaS): Understanding cloud security models.
  • Anomaly Detection: Identifying unusual patterns or behaviors.
  • O365, Azure, MS Intune, Identity Management: Proficiency in Microsoft technologies.
  • Cyber-Attack Techniques, Vulnerabilities, and Mitigation Strategies: Knowledge of attack vectors and effective defenses.
  • Mitre ATT&CK and NIST Frameworks: Familiarity with industry frameworks.

What you'll get in return-Salary £50,000 - £55,000-Hybrid working 2 days a week in the office-Pension Contribution

-Onsite Parking
-Subsidised canteen

What you need to do now

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Type:
Permanent
Contract Length:
N/A
Job Reference:
4547423_1712756191
Job ID:
221448722

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