- Company Name
- Flutter International
- Job Title
- Senior Security Operations Analyst- 12 Month FTC
- Job Description
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Job title: Senior Security Operations Analyst- 12 Month FTC
Location: Leeds or London
Overview Of The Role
The role:
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Information Security Operations Specialist to join our Cyber Security Operations (SOC) team.
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the security of our organization’s computer systems, networks, and data. The Senior Information Security Operations Specialist will also collaborate with other teams to identify and mitigate potential security risks and develop strategies to improve our overall security posture.
This is a great opportunity for a suitably experienced individual to directly influence and improve the security posture of the company.
This role follows a hybrid approach to working, allowing you to combine working from home with working in our modern offices. These discussions are between you and your manager to find the best pattern for you both, while recognising that quality time together is essential for keeping us mission-aligned.
What You’ll Do
As a Senior Information Security Operations Specialist, you will become a pivotal member of the team supporting the organisation’s cyber defence strategy. The Cyber Security team provides an exciting and challenging environment, using best of breed tools and methodologies to protect and strengthen the company’s IT platforms.
As an Information Senior Information Security Operations Specialist, you will:
Act as the 1st line of defense for security related topics.
Actively monitor, triage, investigate and correlate complex security IoC
Investigate and respond to security incidents, including data breaches and cyber-attacks.
Manage incident management, containment and communication to senior stakeholders following the escalation process.
Provide subject matter expertise on common attack methods and defensive security controls.
Provide advanced log analysis to support open incident investigations.
Identify and recommend useful automation & tuning opportunities on current use cases, along with recommending implementation of new relevant detective use cases to better cover the threat landscape.
Research and propose implementation of new preventive security controls to improve the overall security posture of the organization.
Develop and maintain operational processes and procedures.
Participate in assigned internal security assessments or audits.
Ensure security operations is at maximum efficiency and empower and impart analysts with knowledge and security tools.
Provide mentorship & guidance to team members on security strategy, tactics, techniques, and procedures.
Collaborate with other teams to identify and address potential security risks across the organization.
Stay up to date with the latest security threats, trends, and technologies to ensure that the organization remains protected
What You’ll Bring
An experienced IT professional capable of providing expertise on many of the aspects of cyber security.
Your Experience & Education
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Network Security, Information Security, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in cyber security, with demonstrated experience in security analysis, incident response, threat intelligence and threat hunting.
Experience with security tools such as IDS/IPS, SIEM, endpoint protection, proxy, cloud security and vulnerability scanners.
Your Skills
Strong knowledge of security best practices, tools, and techniques.
Demonstrated experience with security incident response, forensics, and threat hunting
Strong understanding of security technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, access control, encryption, and anti-virus/malware solutions
Strong ethical values, integrity, and a commitment to confidentiality
Strong analytical and excellent problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal technical & business communication skills (English)
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Strong sense of urgency and ability to work under pressure.
Excellent task management and planning skills for self/team.
Great leadership, coaching and team-player skills
Requirements
A keen interest in security and a strong desire to learn new technologies and a passion for information security
An excellent understanding of IT Security concepts
Strong experience working with Cloud technologies including AWS & Azure
Expert understanding of:
Operating systems (Windows, MAC OS, Linux) at a filesystem level
Fundamental internet protocols, services, and technologies (e.g.: HTTP/HTTPS, DNS, SMTP, SSH, LDAP, TCP/IP, UDP, ICMP, REST, JSON, etc.)
Common security controls (e.g.: proxies, firewalls, WAF, IDS/IPS, etc.)
Incident response and incident handling processes
Endpoint and network-based investigations
Log reviews for identifying evidence of past intrusions
Operating system and application exploits
Malware and exploit kit functionalities
Lateral movement and persistence establishment mechanisms
Detection of anomalous system activities
Indicators use for the identification of scope and breadth of attacks
Threat hunting methodologies
Industry certifications from vendors: SANS/GIAC, EC-Council, Cisco, ISC2, Juniper, CompTIA, ITIL, Microsoft, Unix, Oracle, etc.
(e.g.: GCIA, GCIH, GCFA/GCFE, GREM, OSCP/OSCE, GSEC, CISSP - or similar)
Experience as SOC Team lead – considered a plus
Work Schedule
Regular business hours Mon-Fri – (flexible)
+ On-Call 24/7 rotation (1 week/analyst)
It’s ok if you don’t think you tick every box on this list. We love people who want to challenge themselves and are passionate about what they do. If you believe you can supply in some areas and are eager to learn, we encourage you to apply.
Why Choose Us
Aside from a generous base salary, we have a fantastic benefits & rewards program that is designed to encourage personal and career development.
Discretionary annual performance bonus
30 days paid leave
Health and dental insurance for you, and 50% coverage for your partner and your children (if you all live at the same address)
Personal life insurance and income protection
The option to join our company pension scheme
External learning support of up to £2,000 or equivalent in local currency, dedicated 4 learning “Power Hours” every month during office time, full access to the Udemy and Mindtools platforms, in-house leadership program and many other training opportunities for developing your skills and progressing your career
Looking to extend your family? You will receive a cash gift of £1,000 for your new addition whilst working for us
26 weeks primary carer leave at 100% pay & 4 weeks secondary carer leave pay at 100% pay
Access to an on-site gym
Social events; including our sensational summer and Christmas parties
Online Discount Scheme, including discounted shopping and cinema vouchers
Equal Opportunities
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