Network Security Engineer

Advanced Threat Detection: Identify and analyse sophisticated threats and vulnerabilities using advanced tools and techniques.

Incident Response Leadership: Lead and coordinate response efforts for major security incidents.

Forensic Analysis: Conduct deep-dive forensic analysis to understand the root cause and impact of security breaches.

Threat Hunting: Proactively search for hidden threats and indicators of compromise (IOCs) within the network.

Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior SOC analysts (Level 1 and Level 2).

Third Level Support: Serve as level 3 support engineer on infrastructure support, project and security events.

Reporting and Documentation: Prepare detailed reports on security incidents and threat intelligence findings.

Ticket Resolution Time: Measure the average time taken to resolve high-complexity tickets and diverse range of complex problems related to network security.

Policy Compliance Rate: Evaluate the adherence to security policies and best practices by measuring the level of compliance within the network infrastructure.

Required Qualifications

Educational Background: A degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.

Certifications: N+ CompTIA Security+, Cisco CCNP, CEH, CISSP, CCTA, CISM Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) (advantageous).

Technical Skills

1. Expertise in security information and event management (SIEM) tools.
2. Proficiency in forensic tools and techniques.
3. Expert knowledge on tools like NMAP, mxtoolbox, dnschecker, forensic tools.
4. Strong understanding of advanced persistent threats (APTs) and threat intelligence.
5. SIEM Management and Analysis.
6. Network and System Forensics.
7. Malware Analysis.
8. Intrusion Detection and Prevention.
9. Firewall and VPN Technologies.
10. Scripting Languages (Python, PowerShell).
11. Advanced Scripting and programming skills.
12. Extensive experience in firewalls (Checkpoint, Fortinet, Cisco and Palo-alto advantageous).

Soft Skills

1. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
2. Strong leadership and communication skills.
3. Ability to work under pressure and handle complex incidents.

Experience:

5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, particularly within a SOC environment.

Prior working experience in IT at a senior level is beneficial, highly experienced in the following endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) Tools: Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Checkpoint Endpoint security and Microsoft Sentinel.

Job Type

One year contract, renewable.

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• Level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment Type: Contract
• Job Function: Information Technology
• Industries: Technology, Information and Internet