Junior IT Security Analyst

JOB SUMMARY

Calero, the leading technology expense management solution for complex enterprises, is looking for a Junior IT Security Analyst in our Edinburgh or Tunbridge Wells office. Reporting to the Infrastructure and Security Manager, you will be working in the IT Security team using a Security Incident and Even Management (SIEM) solution to analyse logs related to cyber security incidents across our global footprint in the US, UK, Europe and Asia. This will include triaging and classifying incident events and supporting other analysts and engineers with live investigations and forensic analysis.

You will be required to contribute to the development and enforcement of IT security policies in accordance with our IT Security Compliance Team and assist with providing evidence supporting these policies' effectiveness. Perform active monitoring, suggesting improvements and be reactive to security incidents.

As a Jnr IT Security Analyst you will be expected to develop your knowledge with a primary focus on Microsoft 365Endpoint protection, attending training and obtaining foundation certifications to help you with day-to-day tasks.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITES

• Keeping up to date with the latest security threats, assessing impact, and suggesting solutions to address the emerging risks
• Triage security events registered in Office365 Security and Microsoft Sentinel
• Follow Security Process to conduct initial investigations with users to gather information about timeline, events and build out security incident case for review and next steps
• Provide Incident Response support when analysis confirms actionable incident
• Develop knowledge in security and cyber threats impacting businesses today
• Support with end user training on security events and education
• Provide threat and vulnerability analysis as well as security advisory services
• Recommend changes to enhance systems security and prevent unauthorized access to client systems.
• Participate in compliance/vulnerability assessment scanning, and assist with developing mitigation and remediation plans from the assessment findings
• Provide input, as requested, for Security, Risk, Compliance and Service reporting

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 1 year working in IT with Microsoft Office365 products or Associate degree in IT-related program preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

SKILLS

• Understanding of Security Threats, Security Vulnerabilities, Security Risk and how they impact businesses.
• Demonstrate understanding of information security concepts, standards, practices, device monitoring, log management and event monitoring/reporting.
• Experience working in Office365 portals with focus on Endpoint and Intune
• Strong organizational skills
• Analytical and technical aptitude
• Excellent communication skills and experience working in a collaborative environment.
• An understanding of Security Controls in a business environment

COMPETENCIES

• Investigate and resolve mindset
• Task-driven nature to complete projects actions on time
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to work both independently with minimal supervision, and as part of a team
• Security and technical oriented mindset
• Willingness to learn and develop knowledge in a wide variety of systems where security controls play a vital role.

BENEFITS

• Private Healthcare for you and your immediate family
• Gym Membership at Nuffield Health or equivalent
• Life Insurance (pay out being 4 times your salary)
• Competitive Paternity and Maternity Package
• Team Building Budget and Employee Events
• Office Drinks, Snacks, Coffee etc.
• Volunteer Day
• Flexible Bank Holiday Policy

Calero is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.