Network Security Engineer / Cyber Security / CISSP / CISA / CCNA

A Cyber Security / Network Security Engineer who has experience building, configuring and managing technical solutions, ideally security tools such as anti-malware, content filtering, SIEM and threat detection solutions is required by a well-established company based in Belfast, Northern Ireland.

SALARY: £38,000 - £45,000 per annum + Excellent Benefits

BENEFITS: 26 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays. Includes a generous pension scheme, life assurance and enhanced pay for parenting and sickness leave. In addition, an Employee Assistance Programme, flexible benefits package and discounts and cashback scheme.

LOCATION: Belfast, Northern Ireland - Hybrid and home-based working arrangements are supported, so you have flexibility and occasional travel to Belfast and UK sites will be required.

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: 35 Hours per Week, Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm

JOB OVERVIEW: We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Cyber Security / Network Security Engineer who has experience building, configuring and managing technical solutions, ideally security tools such as anti-malware, content filtering, SIEM and threat detection solutions. Working as the Cyber Security / Network Security Engineer, you will be at the frontline of cyber defence, working closely with the Security Operations Manager to monitor, maintain and enhance security tools and services. You will collaborate with external security providers, including a 24/7 Security Operations Centre (SOC), responding to security alerts and ensuring threats are identified and addressed promptly. Your expertise will help the organisation stay ahead of emerging security risks. From managing security controls to running vulnerability scans and analysing threats, your role will be integral in keeping their systems protected. You will also work alongside their IT teams, ensuring that security best practices are embedded across all projects and changes.

DUTIES: Your duties as the Cyber Security / Network Security Engineer include:

• Support the Operational Security Manager by executing security operating procedures consistently, reliably and accurately on a BAU basis.
• Work with external suppliers including an outsourced 24/7 Security Operating Centre (SOC) to ensure quality and effectiveness of the services provided and respond quickly to security alerts raised.
• Maintain security tools to ensure they are configured and integrated according to best practice.
• Ensure that security patches and updates are tested.
• Produce and maintain clear, accurate and up-to-date procedural documentation.
• Participate in playbook test exercises and respond to genuine security incidents.
• Identify current and emerging security threats.
• Analyse threat intelligence and escalate to the OSM as appropriate.
• Work with other security and technology colleagues to ensure that security vulnerabilities are mitigated quickly.
• Deliver monthly vulnerability scans and support technology colleagues to schedule and track remediation.
• Analyse and interpret complex technical information to identify patterns and trends, root causes and causal links.
• Work in partnership with Change and Project teams to ensure secure delivery of changes and new deployments.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS:

• Professional security and technical certifications (either obtained or expected to obtain) such as CISSP, CISA, CCNA, MTA IT Infrastructure, SSCP, CEH and/or CREST CPSA / CRT.
• An enthusiasm for staying up to date with the very latest updates about security threats, vulnerabilities and solutions.
• Demonstrable experience of working in a cyber security, system engineering or similar role.
• Hands-on experience building, configuring and managing technical solutions, ideally security tools such as anti-malware, content filtering, SIEM and threat detection solutions.
• In-depth understanding of Windows OS and general knowledge of Linux and MacOS.
• Experience working with technology suppliers and outsourced services.
• Experience collating and interpreting alerts and diagnostic information.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

As this role requires an Enhanced Disclosure check, the start date for the successful candidate will only be confirmed upon receipt of the check. The Charity is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and vulnerable adults with whom they work. They expect all of their employees and volunteers to fully share this commitment.

Please note: We reserve the right to close any of our vacancies early.

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