Job description:
• Prepare reports that take note of security breaches and the extent of the damage caused by these breaches.
• Install software that is created to protect sensitive information, such as firewalls and data encryption programs.
• Monitor the company’s networks to keep an eye out for any security breaches and investigate it if one does occur.
• Research the latest in information technology security trends to keep up to date with the subject and use the latest technology to protect information.
• Develop a security plan for the best standards and practices for the company.
• Conduct frequent testing of simulated cyber-attacks to look for vulnerabilities in the computer systems and take care of these before an outside cyber-attack.
• Make recommendations to managers and senior executives about security advancements to best protect the company’s systems.
• Help co-workers when they need to install a new program or learn about security procedures.
• Work with the security team to perform tests and uncover network vulnerabilities
• Fix detected vulnerabilities to maintain a high-security standard
• Stay current on Information Technology (IT) security trends and news
• Develop company-wide best practices for IT security
• Perform penetration testing
Requirements:
• Degree in computer engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in a similar position.
• Proven work experience as a Cybersecurity Analyst or similar role
• Experience in information security or related field
• Experience with computer network penetration testing and techniques
• Understanding of firewalls, proxies, SIEM, antivirus and IDPS concepts
• Ability to identify and mitigate network vulnerabilities and explain how to avoid them