Job Title: Cybersecurity Specialist
Dublin, Ireland Hybrid working Model (2 days onsite)
Contract / Permanent : 12 Months,
Start date: As soon as possible.
Experience Level Required:
* It is a mandatory requirement that the Resource proposed has the equivalent of intermediate-level experience
* 5 years in the Cybersecurity arena
Qualification:
* It is a mandatory requirement that the Resource proposed hold the following qualifications or equivalents
* Should be able to demonstrate some formal Security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH)
Key Deliverables:
* Daily responsibility for and configuration of EDR solutions including following up on any alerts generated
* Monitor and analyse network traffic, systems logs and firewall reports to identify and mitigate potential security threats
* Implement and manage security measures for Office 365, including SharePoint, OneDrive, Outlook, and Teams
* Manage vulnerability scans and advise IT team on server hardening processes
* Collaborate with IT and other departments to ensure comprehensive security coverage, including ongoing configuration, scheduling, running of vulnerability scans, and working with the IT team to remediate any vulnerabilities
* Respond to security incidents and provide detailed reports on findings
* Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify potential vulnerabilities
* Carrying out threat-hunting exercises as may be required
* Implement and maintain security protocols and procedures to protect information systems and data
* Respond to and investigate security incidents and breaches
* Document security breaches and assess the damage they cause
* Recommend and install appropriate tools and countermeasures to prevent cyberattacks
* Stay up to date with the latest security trends and technologies
Key Experience/Competencies/Skillsets :
* Proven experience as a Security Analyst or in a similar role with relevant experience in the above-listed tasks in a Microsoft environment
* Strong knowledge of Office 365 security features and compliance
* Proficiency in networking protocols and technologies
* Experience with vulnerability management platforms
* Experience with firewalls
* Experience with EDR technologies
* Experience with standard security tools and applications
* Experience in carrying out security assessments or penetration testing
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
* Strong communication and teamwork abilities
* Should be able to demonstrate some formal certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH)