Cyber Security Specialist - Analyst

As a Cyber Security Analyst you will ensure that the business is protected against cyber security threats and that data is always kept secure. This will mean proactive planning, rapid responses to all security threats and incidents and serving as an escalation point for the other members of the team. You will work collaboratively with the business and wider IT team to provide governance and security for existing and new services. You will carry out cyber security operations including threat monitoring and incident prevention/response, as well as supporting the implementation of new cyber security technologies.

It is an exciting time to join the business as part of the IT & Cyber Security activity transformation programme. You can expect a positive and inclusive working environment, training and development opportunities, and excellent holidays and benefits. In addition, we will provide an environment that supports a healthy work life balance.

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

For more information on Sodexo Careers please visit Sodexo Careers

Main Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of incidents escalated by Analyst level 1 or the SOC and control quality of actions performed
• Investigate and analyse cybersecurity incidents and follow up action plans
• Develop and expand tools supporting day to day cyber security operations activities and capabilities
• Assist the modelling of new attack scenarios
• Coordinate regional cyber response activities with IT and business stakeholders, and contribute to global cyber response activities as needed
• Build response instructions and execute level 2 containment measures, document processing of incident within the incident orchestration solution (SOAR)
• Monitor APT (threat detection, reporting, contextualisation)
• Perform ‘hunting’ activities based on information collected by the Analysts and the Cyber Threat Intelligence
• Complete cyber forensics activities when required (threat scenarios, malware analysis, etc.)
• Work during on call

Please see attached job description for further information regarding the role requirements

The Ideal Candidate

Essential

• Learn through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder
• Experience of working and partnering with other technology teams to resolve cyber security incidents
• Experience of communicating effectively technical information to a technical audience without expertise
• Experience of communicating effectively technical information and articulate risks to non-technical audience and senior management in crisis situations
• Experience of performing threat hunting and digital forensic on computers, servers or network assets
• Demonstrated experience of strong knowledge in information security principles (security principles applied to architecture, network & systems, cyber forensic, security risk assessment, software development)
• Actionable knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK framework
• Knowledge of NIST framework and OWASP
• Solid understanding of exploitable vulnerabilities and remediation techniques

Desirable

• Experience of penetration testing is a strong plus
• Experience in automating manual processes for responding to cyber security incidents is a strong plus
• Experience of Threat Intelligence and CERT/CSIRT activities is preferred
• Experience of SOAR is preferred
• Experience of developing scripts (Python, REGEX, Powershell, Shell, etc.) quickly in reaction to incidents or for proof of concept is preferred
• GIAC certification (eg GCFA, GREM or GNFA) is a plus

Package Description

Competitive salary

Maternity cover

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater

You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way.

In addition, we offer

20+ Sodexo benefits such as Sodexo retirement plan, discounts to over 1,900 brands to shop online, Gym discount to maintain a healthy lifestyle, a confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme providing independent support to overcome whenever life has its obstacles including emotional support, legal and financial advice.

For further details regarding our Sodexo benefits please see attached.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

About The Company

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we’re on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

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