Full-Time Cyber Security Analyst
Equus is hiring a remote Full-Time Cyber Security Analyst. The career level for this job opening is Experienced and is accepting USA based applicants remotely. Read complete job description before applying.
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The Cyber Security Analyst is responsible for safeguarding an organization’s IT infrastructure and data against cyber threats and vulnerabilities. This role involves monitoring security systems, analyzing potential threats, responding to incidents, and implementing security measures to protect systems and data. The Cyber Security Analyst works with the Cyber Security team, D&T department and APM’s Security Vendors to implement and operate technical controls to meet specific security requirements and defines processes and standards to ensure that security configurations are maintained.
Success Measures
Customer/stakeholder satisfaction
- Promote the interests and reputation of APM.
- Work as part of the Cyber Security Team to ensure that the business and technical configuration of the delivered solution matches client requirements.
- Respond to any complaints associated with the delivery of services in accordance with the APM complaints procedure.
People & Team
- Adhere to the APM Code of Conduct at all times.
- Uphold APM’s Values at all times.
Operational Performance
- Meet operational performance measures agreed with the line manager.
Quality
- Work within the quality management framework for the business unit and adhere to all APM policies and procedures and contractual requirements.
Compliance
- Complete mandatory APM compliance modules.
- Achieve nil breaches of contractual requirements.
Professional Development
- Participate in industry forums/committees.
- Complete annual professional development.
Core Responsibilities
Security Operations
- Assist in the maintenance of APM’s security infrastructure and 3rd Party services.
- Works with D&T and members of the cyber security team to identify, select and implement technical controls.
- Assist in Business and Stakeholder security queries.
- Work with the Business to complete any security documentation required by stakeholders.
- Assist in the creation of information security operations documentation.
- Auditing of access privileges to systems, networks and applications and recommend modifications to access privileges to facilitate timely and appropriate access to business-related systems.
- Assist in the development of security metrics and reporting for stakeholders.
- Identify any key improvements to the company’s security posture.
- Assist in the deployment of the Global Security Strategy.
Cyber incident management
- Support the Security Operations Centre and other Cyber Security Team members to help investigate any potential incidents.
Cyber risk management
- Assist in risk assessments.
- Treatment actions and planning.
- Exception management.
- Security awareness and training.
- Third party risk management.
Cyber security advisory
- Advising regional lines of business, legal and D&T on new security requirements commensurate with new business.
Continuous Improvement
- Work to continually improve organisational systems and processes to maximise employee efficiency, effectiveness and productivity to deliver quality Client outcomes.
- Actively contribute to this process of continual improvement by always seeking better ways to support and assist colleagues and Clients.
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
- 1-3 years of experience in cybersecurity, IT security, or a related field.
- Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or similar are preferred.
- Proficiency with security tools and technologies, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, and antivirus software. Strong understanding of networking protocols, operating systems, and security principles.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess complex security issues and implement effective solutions.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
- High level of attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
- Experience with Azure and M365 security tools high regarded.
- Strong, self-motivated, outcome-driven and productive work ethic.