IT Operations Security Analyst

• Serve as a security incident responder, coordinating with the necessary team to address issues.
• Conduct regular systems risk and vulnerability assessments, monitor progress, and ensure compliance with current security standards.
• Conduct internal and external penetration tests, to assess the effectiveness of security measures and identify areas for improvement.
• Conduct systems and process review / audits and identify security gaps.
• Collaborate with the IT security head to review or develop an incident response plan that outlines procedures for identifying, responding to, and recovering from security incidents.

Requirements

• Technical Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Knowledge of security technologies, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, encryption, and incident response

• Experience with security software and tools

• Ability to write clear and concise technical documentation

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) are a plus.

• Familiarity with scripting languages (Bash, PowerShell) for automating tasks is a plus.

• Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for conveying security risks and incidents to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Ability to work under pressure

• Strong ethical and legal judgment

• Commitment to lifelong learning

• Experience:

• Must have practical experience in security analysis, incident handling, and threat intelligence.

• Must have experience with security tools such as SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) systems, antivirus programs, and intrusion detection/prevention systems, and vulnerability scanners.

• At least 3 years of experience working as a Network/Systems administrator or equivalent

• At least 2 years working on IT security administration or equivalent