ICT Security Analyst

ICT Security Analyst Kent £42,000 Code Red are currently working with a public sector client of ours who are currently looking to appoint a ICT Security Analyst to their team. You’ll be working with the ICT Infrastructure Support Manager to provide excellence in Cyber Security with responsibility for safeguarding of information and technology assets. You will be leading the reporting, awareness, documentation and audit activities, while identifying the latest technology security advancements. Responsibilities: 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 Keeping up to date with emerging cyber security threats and ways to manage them using the latest security and technology developments Planning and testing disaster recovery processes A passion for cyber security and risk minded approach Excellent IT skills, including knowledge of computer networks, Microsoft products including Windows operating systems, and 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 of supporting mobile technologies and understanding of security risks associated with it Analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and assess risks, threats, patterns and trends Verbal communication skills, including presentation skills, with an ability to communicate with a range of technical and non-technical colleagues Excellent attention to detail Experience in a similar role for 1 year or moreDesirable: A Security Certification An understanding of the ISO27001 framework and Cyber Essentials We act as an Employment Agency/Business with regards to this vacancy. As an Equal Opportunities employer we welcome applications regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, disability or age. All applicants are considered on the basis of their merits and abilities for the job. By applying to a job advertised by us, or providing your contact information to show interest in a job advertised by us, you consent to the disclosure of your information to us in order to assist our legitimate business needs. This includes agreeing for us storing your information and allowing us to contact you in regard to suitable job opportunities. You are within your rights to ask us to remove your information at any time