Azure Cyber Security Analyst

West Malling

3 months ago

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We're working on an exciting opportunity with one of our clients with a rapidly transforming technical environment with lots of investment. They're looking to bring in an Azure Cyber Security Analyst to help drive their mission forward by protecting critical systems and embedding a robust security culture throughout the business.

Key responsibilities for the Azure Cyber Security Analyst:

As an Azure Cyber Security Analyst, you'll join a collaborative and multi-disciplinary security team that works across operations, assurance, and governance. This is a highly cross-functional role, perfect for someone with broad security expertise who enjoys variety and continual development.

As the Azure Cyber Security Analyst you will take the lead on:

Driving the use of Azure Cloud based security tools such as Defender and Sentinel
Configure and manage alerts through Defender
First and second line security operations, including vulnerability management
Investigating and responding to security incidents
Ensuring policies and procedures remain aligned to industry best practice
Promoting security awareness and education throughout the organisation particularly in relation to Cloud security best practice
Mentoring junior analysts and supporting team leadership initiativesKey skills for the Azure Cyber Security Analyst:

Azure environment - Essential
Defender and Sentinel commercial experience - Essential
Proven experience in a security-focused role, ideally across several of the following areas: security operations, vulnerability management, security assurance, risk management, or project consultancy
A clear enthusiasm for cybersecurity, with a proactive attitude and eagerness to learn
Solid understanding of risk assessment frameworks and methodologies
Strong communication skills and the ability to translate complex technical issues for non-technical audiences
A detail-oriented, self-starting mindset and a strong customer service focusIf you're ready to bring your security expertise to a team that's passionate about purpose and innovation, we'd love to hear from you.

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