Security Analyst

Key Responsibilities

As a Security Analyst, you’ll play a critical role in safeguarding our digital assets. Your responsibilities will include:

• Monitor Systems and Detect Threats: Continuously monitor network activity, identify potential threats, and respond to security incidents in real time. Utilize advanced security tools to analyze suspicious activity and ensure infrastructure protection.
• Conduct Security Audits and Vulnerability Assessments: Regularly perform audits of systems and applications for compliance with security policies. Run vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify weaknesses before exploitation.
• Respond to Security Incidents: Lead investigations in the event of a breach, quickly identifying the cause, containing the threat, and developing preventative strategies.
• Collaborate on Security Solutions: Work with IT and development teams to design and implement solutions that enhance security across networks, databases, and applications, ensuring security is built-in from the ground up.
• Stay Updated on Emerging Threats: Stay current with the latest cybersecurity developments through training, conferences, and research to maintain up-to-date defenses.
• Enforce Security Policies and Best Practices: Design, implement, and enforce security policies, educating staff on data protection and effective security tool usage.

What You Bring

We are looking for a Security Analyst with a robust skill set, including:

• Experience with Security Monitoring Tools: Proficiency in SIEM solutions, IDS/IPS, firewalls, encryption technologies, endpoint security, and other tools for risk identification and mitigation.
• Strong Analytical Skills: Ability to think critically, identify patterns in network traffic and security alerts, and pinpoint potential threats.
• Knowledge of Cybersecurity Frameworks: Familiarity with industry standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, and GDPR for compliance and best practices.
• Incident Response Experience: Hands-on experience in responding to and investigating security incidents, including malware analysis, log analysis, and forensic investigations.
• Proactive Approach: Actively seeks vulnerabilities, anticipates threats, and develops preventative solutions.
• Certifications: Highly regarded certifications include CISSP, CEH, CompTIA Security+, GIAC or similar.

About Cyberr

Cyberr is a leading cybersecurity recruitment platform connecting top talent with innovative companies globally, from startups to Fortune 500 leaders. We offer exclusive opportunities for skilled professionals looking to advance their cybersecurity careers worldwide.

Key skills/competency

• Security Monitoring
• Incident Response
• Vulnerability Management
• SIEM Solutions
• Network Security
• Cybersecurity Frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001)
• Malware Analysis
• Log Analysis
• Penetration Testing
• Data Protection