About the role
YOUR MISSION
- Threat Intelligence and Analysis: Identify, assess, and stay current on emerging threats and attack techniques to enhance our defensive strategies.
- Supporting Security Incident Analysis and Response: Support, investigate and analyze security incidents to determine the root cause, scope, and impact.
- Penetration Test Management: Assist in the planning, coordination, report writing and management of penetration testing activities to proactively identify and remediate security weaknesses.
- Vulnerability Management: Participate in vulnerability scanning and assessment activities to identify weaknesses in our systems and applications. Assist in tracking and reporting on the remediation of identified vulnerabilities.
- IT Security Dashboards: Maintain IT security dashboards to provide a clear and concise overview of our security posture and key metrics for stakeholders.
- Security Tool Administration: Support the deployment, configuration, and maintenance of security tools and technologies.
- Policy and Procedure Adherence: Help to ensure compliance with company security policies and procedures.
YOUR TALENT
- Fundamental understanding of networking concepts (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing, and switching).
- Basic knowledge of operating systems (Windows, Linux).
- Familiarity with common cybersecurity principles and best practices.
- Knowledge of common web application vulnerabilities, such as the OWASP Top 10.
- Exposure to security testing tools, such as but not limited to Burp suite, Nmap, Wireshark, Metasploit and Vulnerability scanners.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- A strong desire to learn and develop a career in cybersecurity.
- Resourceful, flexible and capable of collaborating with multi-cultural environment
- Available for travel for onsite support and training
Preferred Qualifications:
- Relevant industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Network+, or (ISC)² Associate.
- Experience with a scripting language (e.g., Python, PowerShell).
- Familiarity with cloud security concepts (Azure, or Google Cloud).
- Knowledge of common attack vectors and mitigation techniques.
- Experience with security information and event management (SIEM) tools.
