IT Security Analyst

About the Role

As an IT Analyst within IT, you will play a key role in keeping the firm secure from cyber threats and assisting in the recovery of the firm's systems and services, in the event of a Disaster Recovery/Business Continuity situation.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor and respond to the threats and outputs from the Managed Detect Respond service, working with the suppliers and internal teams to seek resolution.
• Triage and investigated security incidents to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities, escalating where appropriate
• Conduct daily checks of the firm's security systems to ensure that they are working correctly.
• Ensure all active vulnerabilities are logged in the firm's ticketing system and are assigned to the relevant team for remediation.
• Work with internal teams and suppliers to mitigate/remediate vulnerabilities/security threats.
• Assist with the execution of Pen Tests and work with the relevant teams to remediate the output from these tests.
• Assist in the planning and execution of the annual and ad-hoc Business continuity/Disaster Recovery exercises.
• Assist with the renewal process of the firm's IT / Cyber-related certifications.
• Assist with keeping team documentation up to date.
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of Cyber and system recovery Runbooks.
• Track and analyse emerging cyber threats, vulnerabilities and attack techniques.
• Assist in the researching of new products and services.

Key Skills & Experience

• Knowledge of vulnerability management.
• Experience in dealing with cyber incidents.
• Basic knowledge of managing MDR, EDR and email security systems.
• Experience in assisting with Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity exercises.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge and experience of working within industry best practices and guidelines such as ITIL, NIST, ISO, and CIS environments.
• Knowledge of common attack types (phishing, malware, ransomware).
• Familiarity with vulnerability scanning and basic threat intelligence
• Strong teamwork skills and attention to detail.
• Practising self-reflection to identify and develop one's own learning needs and experiences.

Who are we looking for?

• We don't have a type. We believe our differences are our strength; varied cultures, approaches and experience can only benefit us.

What do we offer?

• You can be yourself: It takes everyone to make us who we are. We’re a culture of diverse perspectives, with each of us making unique contributions that make us better together.
• In the office or WFH?: We think the best balance is more time in the office than at home, so we operate a 60:40 rule.
• Beyond salary: We offer plenty of benefits; private medical insurance, health cash plan, dental insurance, life assurance, critical illness insurance, matched pension contributions up to 7%, holiday trading, plus many more. Visit: Reward & Benefits ¦ Fieldfisher.
• Modern Office Space: Located in Belfast City Centre with excellent commuter links and parking nearby.
• Nurturing your talent: Take a 'build a career' approach to your training. You'll be on a pathway but free to wander if you see something you'd like to study more closely.
• Funnel your interests: You have a life outside work, and we can help it to flourish. Join clubs, affinity networks, inclusive events, and pro bono/charity initiatives.

Inclusion is not exclusive:

If all our differences are highlighted, no one stands out for being different. At Fieldfisher, all our rich diversity is celebrated.

We will provide the equipment to allow you to shine, at interview and beyond. Just let us know what you need.