Cybersecurity Analyst
Description
Join VBP as a Cybersecurity Analyst and play a vital role in protecting our systems, data, and digital infrastructure from evolving threats.
Purpose
The responsibilities include reviewing computer networks and identifying any potential vulnerabilities, installing the necessary software to protect them from unauthorised access, and documenting detections so that future breaches can be mitigated efficiently.
Main Responsibilities
- Monitor security infrastructure, including SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) tools, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and endpoint security solutions.
- Analyze logs and security alerts to detect potential threats or anomalies.
- Investigate and respond to security incidents such as malware attacks, unauthorized access, and data breaches.
- Install and maintain security measures and software—including firewalls and encryption tools—to safeguard systems and data.
- Record and assess the impact of security breaches.
- Address identified vulnerabilities to uphold strong security standards.
- Work with IT teams to apply security controls and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to find and resolve security gaps.
- Assist team members in installing security tools and understanding information security practices.
- Prepare comprehensive incident response reports.
- Perform threat-hunting activities to proactively detect and reduce risks.
- Create and update security policies, procedures, and documentation.
- Stay current on cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and best practices, and propose improvements accordingly.
- Deliver cybersecurity awareness training to promote a security-focused culture across the organization.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field; certifications such as CISSP, CISA, or CompTIA Security+ are advantageous.
- Practical experience in penetration testing and network security assessment techniques.
- Solid understanding of cybersecurity concepts, tools, and industry standards.
- Familiarity with monitoring tools like SIEM, IDS/IPS, and EDR platforms.
- Skilled in handling security incidents—from identification to containment, eradication, and recovery.
- Knowledgeable in network protocols, operating systems, and cloud computing environments.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret large data sets and spot irregularities.
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities for working with diverse teams.
- Self-motivated with strong task management skills in a fast-paced environment.
- A commitment to ongoing learning and development in the cybersecurity field.