Senior Information Security Analyst - 1 year FTC

Senior Information Security Analyst

Company Overview:

KX is a global leader in real-time streaming analytics, empowering organizations with high-performance data solutions that drive transformative business outcomes. Operating from offices across Europe, North America, and Asia Pacific, KX is dedicated to innovation and excellence. We value our diverse and dynamic team, understanding that our people are crucial to our success. We are committed to attracting top talent, fostering an environment where they can excel, and recognizing and rewarding their contributions as they grow within the company.

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Information Security Analyst with refined skills and extensive technical knowledge who has a strong understanding of security principles to join our growing security team on a 1-year fixed-term contract (FTC). This role will play a key part in safeguarding our organization's environment and ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our data. The ideal candidate will ensure that security is seamlessly and effectively integrated with security best practices and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Adeptness in the architecture of applications and understanding orchestration tools. Strong problem-solving skills.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Security Expertise:
   • Design, implement, and manage security controls for our cloud environment (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
   • Design advanced controls and processes for platforms such as Microsoft 365, including Defender XDR.
   • Conduct regular security assessments and threat hunting of our infrastructure to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities.
   • Stay up-to-date on the latest cloud and infrastructure security threats and best practices.
   • Recommend and implement cloud-native security solutions (e.g., Cloud IAM, encryption).
2. Security Operations and Analysis:
   • Act as an escalation path for security information and event management (SIEM) alerts from the Security Operations Centre (SOC).
   • Investigate and analyze security incidents, leading the technical response and remediation efforts where required.
   • Participate in incident response planning and table-top exercises.
3. Collaboration and Communication:
   • Work closely with development and operations teams to integrate security best practices into the cloud lifecycle.
   • Communicate complex security issues to technical and non-technical audiences.
   • Assist in the development and delivery of security awareness training for cloud users within the organization.
4. Strategic Security Initiatives:
   • Assist in the development and implementation of the overall security strategy, focusing on the cloud environment and architecture of security solutions.
   • Stay informed of evolving security regulations and compliance requirements related to the cloud.
   • Identify and recommend emerging cloud security technologies and solutions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree desirable or equivalent qualification in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in information security.
• Hands-on experience with major cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform.
• Strong understanding of cloud security principles, including identity and access management, data encryption, network security, and compliance.
• Experience with security assessment tools and techniques such as vulnerability scanning and penetration testing.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Certifications such as Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), AWS Certified Security - Specialty, or equivalent are highly desired.

Why KX?

At KX, our employees are rewarded with numerous benefits as part of their employment, including:

• Competitive Salary
• Extensive Health Care Package
• Pension plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Annual leave increasing with service
• Group Life Protection Benefit
• Training opportunities
• KX Internal Network and Sports & Social Calendar

This position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge cloud technologies in a dynamic and collaborative environment. If you are passionate about cloud security and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.