IT Security Analyst

IT Security Analyst

Paladin Security is committed to ensuring the highest standards of security for our digital assets and infrastructure. We are looking for a skilled IT Security Analyst to join our dynamic team and help safeguard our organization from cybersecurity threats.

As our IT Security Analyst, you will be responsible for protecting our systems and data from potential security breaches.

You will analyze security risks, implement security measures, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and policies.

Your expertise will be vital in maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of our information systems.

Responsibilities :

• Maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of Paladin Security Group’s assets
• Identify and correct gaps in the Paladin Security’s security program
• Recommend and implement security measures to strengthen the security posture of the organization
• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure security measures are integrated into system architectures and applications
• Respond to alerts and investigations, working closely with the SOC to assess and validate potential threats
• Research emerging security threats and widely exploited vulnerabilities and respond accordingly
• Act as an incident responder during ongoing security threats, including direct response, preservation of evidence, and reporting findings and root cause analysis
• Ensure the health of the monitoring, logging and auditing systems
• Periodically review logs with the assistance of SIEM tools to monitor for anomalies
• Enumerate vulnerabilities in the network and collaborate with the IT Infrastructure team to perform remediation steps
• Conduct internal risk assessments, maintain the risk register, and implement treatments to mitigate risks
• Conduct internal audits to ensure compliance with established security standards (ISO27001 : 2022) and industry best practices
• Collaborate with the Infrastructure team to ensure that all systems are designed and maintained with security practices throughout the lifecycle of Paladin’s systems
• Ensure endpoints, servers, network and storage devices comply with patch schedules and security baselines

Requirements :

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field
• Familiarity with information security risk management frameworks (NIST RMF, ISO)
• Experience with Windows and Server Linux Administration
• Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Azure & PowerShell experience
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft 365 Security
• Good working knowledge of server / endpoint computing, networking, e-mail
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH, Security+) are preferred
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders

Why Join Us? At Paladin Security, we value innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. As the IT Security Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding our digital assets and contributing to a secure and resilient IT environment.