Information Security Analyst

Skills & Experience

• 5+ years in security operations or related IT functions, such as networking or IT systems engineering.

• Strong understanding of security concepts such as server hardening & patching, M365 & Azure configuration, Endpoint Protection solutions, Vulnerability Management, Firewall configuration, user access management, data loss prevention.

• Strong understanding of security architecture concepts across on-premises, cloud, and SaaS environments.

• Experience assessing solution designs and identifying security risks at an architectural level.

• Ability to translate complex technical and policy-driven security requirements into business-friendly language.

• Strong pragmatic, risk-based mindset with the ability to balance security, usability, cost, and delivery timelines.

• Experience engaging in business projects, conduct threat modelling, risk assessments, controls design as well as validating the design and implementation of key controls.

• Experience driving security initiatives to align technical services with security policies
   

Role Competencies

• Strong problem-solving abilities, with a logical and methodical approach to tasks.

• Excellent communication skills, able to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.

• Commitment to maintaining high-quality standards in all tasks.

• Ability to manage changing priorities and work in a dynamic, and a proactive manner.

• A passion for emerging technologies and an interest in industry developments in this fast-moving sector.

Qualifications

• Computer Science Bachelor’s Degree or substantial equivalent experience

• Related industry certifications, or working towards obtaining, such as CISSP, CISM.