Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Specialist in Information Security who is responsible for vulnerability assessment and penetration test. On a day-to-day basis, the Security Specialist will work with our Information Security team, performing real-time monitoring security events, triage, analysis and escalation to the next level.Key Responsibilities Monitoring, triage, analysis/investigation and escalation of real time security events Providing recommendations to improve security monitoring and our cyber defences Preparing regular security reports/dashboards to measure the effectiveness of controls in place Performing vulnerability assessments/penetration tests (VAPT) and ensure that the identified security weaknesses are remediated in a timely manner Ensuring that the security operation manuals, playbooks and documentation are updated Implementing and maintaining security infrastructure/tools such as IPS, SIEM, vulnerability management, forensics tools etc Any ad hoc duties required.The ideal candidate should possess Degree in IT/Information Security or Cyber Security related qualification with at least 5 years of working experience in Information Security or Cyber Security. Hands-on experience in Unix/Linux and Windows administration, Security Information Event Management (SIEM), Breach Detection and Network Forensics systems Experience working in a 24 x 7 Security Operations Center Prior experience handling vulnerability assessment and remediation Strong technical background in Security Information Event Management System (SIEM), Vulnerability Management, Firewalls, Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) and Breach Detection systems Strong technical background in vulnerability assessment and penetration testing tool Strong ability to understand and analyse log and network packet data Strong foundation in security threats and countermeasures Analytical problem solving and troubleshooting skills Effective time management, communication and organisational skills Ability to work under pressure and meet the given deadlines Team player and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
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