Cyber Security Analyst – Defensive Operations

Birmingham
January 21, 2024

Job Description


Job title: Cyber Security Analyst – Defensive Operations

Company: Baringa

Job description: Cyber Security Analyst- Defensive Operations

Overview:

Baringa has grown so fast, and it continues to grow rapidly. Those new joiners keep on coming! We’re a global function supporting the firm as it enters new markets. We’re re-architecting and evolving our cloud-based business systems and infrastructure. We’re on a mission to develop great technology products and deliver great services. We’ve installed a new operating system for ourselves, and rebooted what was a corporate IT department to a corporate technology company – transforming the way we work. We’re working on sustainability. We’re keeping our firm safe: protecting our data and our reputation. Yes, we’ve got a big job in the Baringa Technology & Cyber team.

So much to build on, so much to progress. So much to deliver. So much to play for!

Do you know what though? We’re going to do it. All of it and more. We have the support to drive change. We have a diverse group of 70 amazing technology & cyber professionals. We have the belief. We are going to do great things.

Come and join us.

What will you be doing?

We are currently looking for a Cyber Security Analyst to join our Defensive Operations Section within the wider Cyber Security Team where you will play a key role in protecting the company from cyber vulnerabilities and attacks, as well as ensuring the company’s security programme keeps up with the growing business.

  • Perform vulnerability scans, analysis, and prioritise identified weaknesses, working with the Technology Team to remediate identified issues.
  • Collate alerts from security tooling, perform triage, prioritise, and where appropriate escalate for further action.
  • Act as the first point of contact for security incidents, providing timely responses, coordination, and communication throughout all stages – including liaison with any 3rd party security providers.
  • Perform hands-on investigations to analyse incidents, identify suspicious behaviour, gather evidence, and build on lessons learned to prevent their recurrence.
  • Research and implement new security technologies to better protect both company and client information and assets.
  • Lead on and produce technical security MI in support of governance and vulnerability management engagements.
  • Provide ‘hands on’ assistance, particularly in technical control implementation or administration where needed.
  • Work as part of a team to communicate ideas, suggestions and solutions that achieve the firm’s long-term objectives.

So, what are we looking for?

We recruit individuals at all levels based on merit. Some of the key sills we are looking for:

  • Experience in full-time Cyber Security or Security Vulnerability Management operational role.
  • CompTIA Security+, GIAC Security Essentials, similar qualifications, or equivalent experience
  • Experience of the Microsoft Technology Stack and leading Cloud Technologies (Azure, AWS, etc).
  • Hands-on experience with security technologies such as: Security operations, IT 2nd line support, server or network administration / configuration or application testing or development.
  • Experience with security tooling, i.e. MS Defender and Sentinel, Secure Web Gateway, vulnerability scanners, Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), firewalls, web and email filtering, endpoint protection, and mobile device management (MDM).
  • Growth mentality with excellent problem-solving skills, willing to assist in all areas of Cyber Security and to learn new technologies & processes.
  • A self-motivated individual with a “can do” attitude, who can work on their own initiative as well as part of a team.

So, what’s in it for you?

Well, it’s up to you. Baringa is what you make it.

  • Promotion is solely based on your own performance, and we give you every opportunity to progress by having four promotional reviews a year
  • We’re proud to put people first with wellbeing at the forefront of our culture, one example of this is that every employee receives £300 a year to put towards their wellbeing! In 2022 this was recognised in our #1 ranking in the UK’s Great Place To Work ‘Best Workplaces for Wellbeing’.
  • All employees participate in the Baringa Group Profit Share Scheme, which seeks to ensure that everyone has a stake in the success of the company.
  • We recognise everyone needs a well-deserved break – As such we have introduced the ‘Re-charge’ benefit meaning Baringa will offer all employees an additional 2 weeks of paid leave after 5 years continuous service.
  • Lastly, we recognise the importance of work-life balance and we know that the ‘ideal’ balance will vary from person to person and will change at different stages of our working lives. If you require flexible working, please talk to one of our Recruiters about the flexibility you may need.

Diversity & Inclusion

All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, disability, age, faith or social background. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We would like to actively encourage applications from those who identify with less represented and minority groups. We do not filter applications by university background and encourage those who have taken alternative educational and career paths to apply.

Expected salary:

Location: Birmingham

Job date: Wed, 25 Oct 2023 02:27:21 GMT

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