Cybersecurity Specialist

4 weeks ago


Winchester, Hampshire, United Kingdom Shaw Daniels Solutions Full time
Job Title: Security Analyst

Shaw Daniels Solutions is seeking a highly skilled Security Analyst to join our team. As a Security Analyst, you will play a critical role in maintaining the cybersecurity of our organization.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Monitor security events and alerts within our network and systems.
  • Identify suspicious activities, anomalies, and potential security incidents.
  • Assess the urgency and severity of incidents and determine whether immediate action or further investigation is required.
  • Escalate incidents to higher tiers when necessary.
  • Regularly scan systems for vulnerabilities and report and manage vulnerabilities discovered during scans.
  • Configure and manage security tools (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS, antivirus) and ensure proper functioning and timely updates.
  • Document incidents, actions taken, and findings, and prepare incident reports for further analysis.
Requirements:
  • 2+ years of experience in a similar role.
  • Basic understanding of networking and security principles.
  • Familiarity with security tools and technologies (e.g., Sentinel, Defender suite, firewalls, intrusion detection systems).
  • Proficiency in log analysis and query languages (e.g., KQL, shell scripting, Snort rules).
  • Ability to analyze and interpret security events and alerts, and attention to detail and curiosity to investigate anomalies.
  • Effective communication to report incidents and collaborate with team members, and documentation skills for incident reports.
  • Adherence to ethical standards and confidentiality, and responsible handling of sensitive information.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • CompTIA Security+
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

Shaw Daniels Solutions is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.