We are currently working on behalf of our trusted client who are looking for a **Security Operations Officer.**Join our client, a leading player in the pet health services and insurance industry, as they aim to secure the coveted position of the UK's #1 Pet Insurer.
Our client is embarking on an exhilarating journey, backed by substantial funding that will propel them to the forefront of global product leadership. This pivotal moment includes a dynamic company rebrand, extensive departmental expansion, a sweeping transformation, and substantial investments in cutting-edge technologies.
What You Can Expect
- Location - Borehamwood
- Salary - £600 Outside IR35
- Industry - Insurance
- Work type - Permanent
Main Responsibilities of a Security Operations Officer
- Security Compliance Monitoring: Oversee and report on the compliance levels of IT assets, including hardening, patching, and antivirus measures for both on-premises and cloud environments, coordinating remedial actions as necessary.
- Alert Management: Handle security alerts from SecOps toolkits such as web filters, DLP, Anti-DDoS, IDS/IPS, and SIEM systems.
- Incident and Investigation Management: Manage security incidents, conduct investigations, and assist with security approval requests from various business units.
- Vulnerability Scanning: Perform internal and external vulnerability scans, coordinating remediation efforts.
- Business Support: Provide security-related support to the wider business, ensuring adherence to security policies, managing reported social engineering attempts, and handling web-filter and firewall change requests.
- Security Assurance: Support internal and external security assurance reviews and manage the implementation of resulting recommendations.
- Cyber Security Program Support: Assist in delivering the Cyber Security Program and managing cyber security risks.
- Policy Maintenance: Maintain documentation for all SecOps-related policies and procedures.
- Deployment Oversight: Oversee the implementation of new and enhanced SecOps tools and technologies.
- Security Awareness Campaigns: Assist in preparing and delivering security awareness campaigns to staff.
Qualifications and Skills
- Proficient in IT, including networks, operating systems, software, and security.
- Experience with Service Now, Qualys EVS, Nessus IVS, Zscaler, Mimecast, Azure Sentinel, Purview, Defender, and Intune.
- Knowledge of current information security vulnerabilities and countermeasures.
- Understanding cyber threat intelligence feeds and their integration with security operations.
- Skilled in incident handling, security investigations, and maintaining playbooks.
- Familiarity with common security vulnerabilities and related analysis tools.
- Knowledgeable about OWASP, NCSC, NVD, CVSS scores, and CIS20.
- Strong communication and documentation skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
What's in it For You?
- Amazing company to work for!
- Competitive benefits
For further information on this Security Operations Officer role apply below
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