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Title
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Description
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We are looking for an IT Security Analyst to join our growing technology team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for protecting our organization's computer systems and networks from cyber threats. This role involves monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security incidents, as well as implementing security measures to prevent future breaches.
As an IT Security Analyst, you will work closely with other IT professionals to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our data. You will be expected to stay up to date with the latest security trends, tools, and best practices. Your role will also include conducting risk assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration tests to identify and mitigate potential threats.
You will be responsible for developing and enforcing security policies and procedures, as well as educating staff on security awareness. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of network protocols, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption technologies. Experience with compliance standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, or GDPR is highly desirable.
This position requires excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to communicate complex security issues to non-technical stakeholders. You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
If you are passionate about cybersecurity and want to make a meaningful impact by protecting critical information assets, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Responsibilities
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- Investigate and respond to security incidents
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Implement and maintain security tools and technologies
- Develop and enforce security policies and procedures
- Ensure compliance with relevant security standards and regulations
- Educate employees on security awareness and best practices
- Collaborate with IT teams to secure infrastructure and applications
- Analyze security logs and generate reports
- Stay current with emerging threats and security trends
Requirements
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- Proven experience in cybersecurity or IT security roles
- Strong knowledge of firewalls, IDS/IPS, and antivirus software
- Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, or GDPR
- Experience with SIEM tools and log analysis
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
- Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CEH are a plus
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Attention to detail and a proactive mindset
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have with incident response?
- Can you describe a time you prevented a security breach?
- What security tools and technologies are you most familiar with?
- How do you stay updated on the latest cybersecurity threats?
- Have you worked with compliance standards like ISO 27001 or GDPR?
- What is your approach to conducting a risk assessment?
- How do you handle communicating technical issues to non-technical staff?
- What certifications do you hold in the field of cybersecurity?
- Describe your experience with SIEM platforms.
- How do you prioritize multiple security tasks or incidents?
