Cyber Security Analyst – Dublin DCU

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Investigate security events – Follow pre-defined actions to handle monitoring incidents, events and high severity issues including escalating to other support groups.
• Report common and repeat problems (trend analysis) to management and propose process and technical improvements.
• Using SIEM technology provide analysis and trending of security log data from a large number of heterogeneous security devices and other network collectors.
• Provide Incident Response support when analysis confirms actionable incident.
• Provide threat and vulnerability analysis as well as security advisory services.
• Analyse and respond to previously undisclosed software and hardware vulnerabilities
• Investigate, document, and report on information security issues and emerging trends.
• Integrate and share information with fellow team mates, network administrators etc
• Undertake professional development and certification opportunities.
• Report and resolve risks on an ongoing basis.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent demonstrated experience and knowledge.
• Experience as a Security/Network Administrator or equivalent knowledge an advantage but not mandatory (Training will be provided to successful candidates).
• Knowledge of various security methodologies and processes, and technical security solutions (end point protection, firewall and intrusion detection systems).
• Knowledge of TCP/IP Protocols, network analysis, and network/security applications.
• Knowledge of common Internet protocols and applications.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritise, and manage time effectively.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and professional demeanour.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• CISSP/CISM/CISA/ Security+ Network+ desirable but not required.