Regional IT Security Analyst

Responsibilities

You will support the Information Security programme by identifying, analysing and influencing the management of information risks across the organization. Reporting to the Head of Information Security & Compliance, you will be responsible for:

• Reviewing logs and events and investigating any anomalies
• Escalating / reporting on abnormalities
• Processing any policy changes needed
• Responding to incidents and breaches
• Educating employees about the proper way to handle possible compromised systems
• Continually working to improve enterprise security solutions
• Staying abreast of developments in the Information Technology industry specifically as they relate to Information Security
• Maintaining records and proper documentation for all security products, standards, processes and procedures
• Analysing and escalating high priority technical and/or security related issues

Requirements

• Technical knowledge of IT systems and processes gained from 2 - 3 years' experience in information technology
• An interest in information security and an understanding of information security concepts and controls such as anti-virus, DLP, NAC or MDM
• Previous experience in IT DR, Business Continuity, client service, project management and/or investigating and responding to incidents and breaches would be an advantage
• A background in or understanding of IT risk management and compliance would be desirable
• Security certifications, such as: CISSP, GIAC, Security+, etc. are a plus
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
• Able to distil complex matters and communicate clearly to non-subject matter experts
• Experience of working with people at all levels. Ability to influence others without direct managerial authority
• Good attention to detail, organized, analytical, practical, able to take the initiative and work to deadlines. Ability to conduct research and analyse results
• Proficient using the Microsoft office suite