Cyber Security Analyst - Plato Consult Limited

JOB PURPOSE

The successful applicant shall be responsible for playing a critical part in protecting our organization's endpoints (laptops, desktops, mobile devices) from cyber threats. The individual shall be responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security incidents, implementing, and maintaining endpoint security controls, and continuously improving the overall security posture of the Organization.

The role reports to the Head of Cyber Security.

ROLE-SPECIFIC

• Proactively monitors endpoint security systems for suspicious activity, malware infections, and other threats.
• Analyzes security logs and alerts to identify and investigate potential security incidents.
• Conducts in-depth threat-hunting and incident response activities.
• Collects, analyzes, and correlates security data from various sources to identify trends and patterns.
• Implements and maintains endpoint security controls.
• Develops and maintains security policies and procedures related to endpoint security.
• Conducts regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing of endpoints.
• Responds to security incidents related to endpoints, including malware outbreaks, data breaches, and ransomware attacks.
• Contains and mitigates the impact of security incidents.
• Conducts root cause analysis of security incidents to prevent future occurrences.
• Assists in the recovery and restoration of systems and data after security incidents.
• Contributes to security awareness and training programs for employees on best practices for endpoint security.
• Educates employees on identifying and reporting suspicious activity.
• Stays abreast of the latest cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and security best practices.
• Researches and evaluates new security technologies and tools.
• Contributes to the continuous improvement of our security processes and procedures.

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Required Skills or Experience

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Management Information Systems, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a strong focus on endpoint security.
• 2 or more years of Microsoft Systems administration.
• 2+ years’ experience with Antivirus administration and support.
• 2+ years’ experience with Virtualization Technologies
• 2+ years’ experience with Linux distributions
• 2+ years’ experience with Windows Terminal Server Management
• Strong understanding of endpoint security concepts and technologies.
• Experience with endpoint security tools and technologies.
• Experience with SIEM systems
• Experience with incident response methodologies and procedures.
• Relevant industry or related certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CySA+, GIAC, CEH) are a plus. 

PERSON SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to clearly articulate security risks and recommendations and effectively
• communicate with stakeholders at all levels.