Job Responsibilities:  

Security Monitoring and Analysis: 

• Monitor and analyze the organization's network and system activities to detect and prevent security breaches, attacks, and vulnerabilities. 

• Continuously test and assess the effectiveness of security measures and propose improvements based on identified threats or vulnerabilities. 

Incident Response and Intrusion Detection: 

• Perform intrusion detection by analyzing network traffic and identifying abnormal activities or signs of breaches. 

• Act as the first line of defense in responding to cyber security incidents, including identifying and mitigating penetration attempts by malicious actors. 

• Assist in incident response and disaster recovery planning and execution to ensure swift recovery from security incidents. 

Cyber Security Event Investigation: 

• Investigate security events, alarms, and alerts to determine the source and potential impact of cyber security issues. 

• Document and report findings, while providing recommendations for remediation and risk mitigation. 

Policy and Procedure Development: 

• Assist in the development, documentation, and maintenance of security policies, procedures, and standards. 

• Help ensure that security protocols align with industry best practices and regulatory requirements. 

Collaboration and Support: 

• Work closely with IT, network, and security teams to ensure effective coordination and timely resolution of security issues. 

• Provide input on system and network security configurations, including firewalls, encryption protocols, and antivirus solutions. 

Security Enhancements: 

• Analyze potential threats and vulnerabilities, offering suggestions for continuous security improvements and implementing new security technologies as needed. 

• Ensure security tools, systems, and configurations are up-to-date and functioning effectively. 

Education:  

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field. 

• 5+ years of experience in network security or a related area, with a focus on security architecture design and implementation. 

• Proven expertise in designing and implementing firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and other network security tools. 

• In-depth knowledge of security frameworks, data protection standards, and compliance regulations (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, etc.). 

• Experience with security assessment and penetration testing tools. 

• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or equivalent are strongly preferred.