Security Analyst

Our client is seeking a Security Analyst to join their ICT team on a Permanent basis in Kent. The role: • Monitoring for attacks, intrusions, and unusual or unauthorised activity • Monitoring identity and access to network and applications • Using and configuring security tools including MDM, Web, and Email Security Gateway, SOC/SIEM, etc • Investigating security alerts and provide incident response, document findings, and provide recommendations for remediation. • Assist, participate, and enhance patching and upgrade procedures. • Identifying potential weaknesses in security procedures and recommend remediations. • Keeping up to date with emerging cyber security threats and ways to manage them using the latest security and technology developments • Testing and evaluating security products • Making recommendations for enhancing and improving security processes and tools • Leading the delivery of cyber security awareness training and testing for colleagues • Reviewing incident management processes to be followed in the event of any security breaches. • Planning and testing disaster recovery processes • Liaising with stakeholders in relation to security issues and risks • Generating reports for both technical and non-technical staff and stakeholders • Assisting with the maintenance of the risk register and with internal and external audits relating to information security. • Contribution to overall performance of the ICT team. Desirable Experience / Skills: • A passion for cyber security and risk-minded approach • Excellent IT skills, including knowledge of computer networks, Microsoft products including Windows operating systems, applications, hardware, and security. • Knowledge of various security technologies such as network and application firewalls, intrusion and data loss prevention and anti-virus • Knowledge of identity management, patch management, and best practice. • Knowledge of security threat vectors and ways to manage them (email, web, social engineering, endpoints etc) • Ability to keep up to date on new and emerging threats and how they apply to our environment • Understanding of the key principles around Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability • Experience supporting mobile technologies and understanding security risks Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear IT Recruitment Limited. Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful