Security Operations Analyst

Title: Security Operations Analyst
Location: States of Guernsey
Division: Security Operations
Reports to: Head of Security Operations

• Are you ready to drive digital transformation and innovation within a dynamic organisation focused on delivering exceptional public services?
  
  
• Do you have a passion for helping clients harness the power of technology to solve complex challenges and improve experiences?
  
  
• Do you want to have the opportunity to be at the forefront of safeguarding our digital assets by closely monitoring networks and assets, detecting threats, and responding effectively to incidents?
  
  
  

If so, we would love to hear from you!

ABOUT US

Agilisys is at the forefront of digital transformation and innovation in the public services sector. With over two decades of experience, we have established ourselves as a trusted partner for governments, local authorities, and organizations nationwide. Our mission is to empower our clients to deliver exceptional public services by harnessing the full potential of technology and data.

  
OUR VALUES 

Partnership: we become one team and family with organisations, helping them to navigate change and stay agile.
Integrity: our people really care, going beyond the brief to make change happen for organisations and citizens.
Innovation: we bring together the right technologies and services to design solutions that work.
Passion: we are passionate about - and dedicated to - public services and improving people’s lives.

THE ROLE

Key responsibilities
The Security Operations Analyst is a vital role within Agilisys and this role will be instrumental in ensuring our digital environment remains secure and resilient.

Specific duties
Depending on the project, you will need to be comfortable doing the following:

• Monitor, review and triage outputs from security logs and monitoring systems
• Identifying security alerts and potential security issues
• Act as incident escalation for security incidents. Helping to Investigate, escalate and resolve security issues and alerts
• Threat hunting 
• Identifying and analysing security vulnerabilities and assisting operational teams with resolutions 
• Implementing/improving threat detections and alerting 
• Reviewing new/potential security products and features
• Support RBAC enforcement and audits
• Support the maintenance of security documentation
• Support as required security governance, risk and compliance (as directed by security management)
• Support as required, the maintenance of key security accreditations.
• Assist with technical security risk assessments 
• Work with project and programme teams to identify solutions to security challenges that they might introduce, to ensure that security and compliance is maintained 
• Support as required our ISO27001 Information Security Management System policies, procedures and standards 

Opportunity
This role is hybrid working and will require in-office days mixed with home days. Role is primarily supporting a client based on island of Guernsey, candidates are preferred to be located there. If not, willingness to visit on a monthly basis is a must.

This role is an excellent platform for experienced professionals to take their career to the next level and an opportunity unlikely to be found anywhere else. As a Security Analyst, you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse team, stay updated with the latest trends, and strengthen our defences as part of the Blue Team and test boundaries as a Red Team enthusiast.

 

ABOUT YOU

The ideal candidate will have a track-record in delivering results while embracing change and uncertainty. Excellent stakeholder management experience is essential to being successful in this role.

The Ideal Candidate

• Security-focused with a commitment to delivering robust solutions and maintaining a vigilant stance against threats 
• Understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals, including threats, vulnerabilities, and controls 
• Skilled in incident response to effectively monitor, detect, analyse, and remediate security incidents
• Experience providing security to public sector orgs is hugely beneficial
• Knowledge of scripting such as PowerShell or Python is beneficial but not mandatory
• Familiarity with a range of security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, PDNS, EDR/XDR, vulnerability scanners and eDiscovery required
• Understanding / familiarity with technical security benchmarks / framework requirements including the CAF, CE+, CiS and vendor secure config recommendations beneficial
• Ideally hold or working towards Microsoft security related certifications such as AZ-500, MS-500, SC-200, SC-300, SC-400 
• Ideally hold or working towards CompTIA Security+ or CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst, or other similar certifications  
• Ability to collaborate with other teams in the business to address security challenges and implement solutions 
• Able to communicate complex technical information to non-technical audiences 
• Experience in HMG Information Assurance requirements and Security Policy Framework  
• Proven track record of performing incident management for security incidents & risk assessments to mitigate issues including lessons learned
  
  
  

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

This role will offer exposure to the right mix of challenges, within a culture that promotes continuous learning and development.

Benefits include:

• Enhanced Pension Scheme
• Health Insurance
• Life Assurance
• Access to exclusive discounts and offers through the company’s “Perks at Work” scheme
• 25 days annual leave (with the option to buy more)

PROCESS

Simply submit your CV.

By submitting your CV, you understand that we have a legitimate interest to use your personal data for the purposes of assessing your eligibility for this role.  This means that we may use your personal data to contact you to discuss your CV or arrange an interview or transfer your CV to the hiring manager(s) of the role you have applied for.  You can ask us at any time to remove your CV from our database by emailing talentacquisition@agilisys.co.uk – but please note that this means we will no longer consider you for the role you have applied for.

We have a rigorous recruitment process, which we use for all our roles to ensure we attract the very best talent. 

Individuals seeking employment at Agilisys must note that we see diversity as something that creates a better workplace and delivers better outcomes. As such, we are keen to maximise the diversity of our workforce and actively encourage applications from all. We encourage diversity through perspective, background, identity, and thought whilst also fostering an environment where everyone can express themselves regardless of your race, religion, sex, gender, colour, national origin, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic. We are committed to continuing to nurture an inclusive environment and building a diverse workforce.

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Last updated on Aug 21, 2024