Security Engineer, Cambridge

The North Starr ,
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
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North Starr are seeking a strong Technical Security Engineer for their global end user client in Cambridge. Super opportunity to work in a newly created position, with an international focus. There will be both strong technical and business facing in this role. Principle Responsibilities: The analyst performs monitoring, research, assessment and analysis on Intrusion Detection and Prevention tools as well as Anomaly Detection systems, Firewalls, Antivirus systems and proxies. Follow pre-defined actions to handle BAU and High severity issues including escalating to other support groups Execute daily adhoc tasks or lead small/medium projects as needed. Respond to tier 3 SOC tickets and manage security incidents. Create and maintain operational reports for Key Performance Indicators and weekly and Monthly Metrics Perform initial risk assessment on new threats and vulnerabilities, perform assessment phase of Vulnerability and Threat Management process Perform assessment as well as troubleshooting and help isolate issues with IDS/IPS sensors, Antivirus servers, Vulnerability scanners. Support other teams on dealing with security incidents Perform forensics activities within Incident Response process. Qualifications 5 years working in the information security field. 2 years working in security operations. Excellent knowledge of Intrusion Detection (deep TCP/IP knowledge, and Cyber security), various operating systems (Windows/UNIX), and web technologies (focusing on Internet security) Ability to read and understand packet level data Intrusion detection and prevention and Network Security Products (IDS/IPS, firewalls, etc) Host Security Products (HIPS, AV, scanners, etc) Exposure on Threat Modeling, Vulnerability assessment or forensic analysis fields are an advantage. Certifications from GIAC, (ISC)² are preferred [CISSP, SSCP, GCIA,GPEN ] Please send your CV for this highly exciting role ASAP. This job was originally posted as www.cwjobs.co.uk/job/89960399

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