Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Digital Forensics, or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience. A minimum of three years’ experience in cybersecurity, security operations, threat analysis, or security monitoring is essential. Candidates should have hands-on experience investigating security incidents within a Security Operations Centre environment, with a solid understanding of incident response processes, security event triage, and escalation procedures. Strong knowledge of networking protocols, authentication mechanisms, and common attack techniques is required. Familiarity with securing and supporting Windows and Linux environments, coupled with excellent written and verbal communication skills, is also essential. Industry certifications such as GCIH, GCIA, or equivalent cybersecurity qualifications are desirable, along with experience working with SIEM platforms and security monitoring technologies. Knowledge of Oracle and virtualized environments will be considered advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security events, alerts, and incidents across enterprise networks and systems to identify potential threats.
• Manage security cases and tickets through to resolution, ensuring timely and effective responses.
• Analyze logs and data from SIEM platforms, security monitoring tools, network infrastructure, and endpoint technologies to detect malicious activity.
• Investigate and triage security alerts to identify attack methods, techniques, and malicious actors.
• Follow established incident response and escalation procedures to contain and mitigate security risks.
• Ensure all incidents are accurately documented, including indicators of compromise, evidence, and investigation findings.
• Identify false positives and provide feedback to improve detection capabilities and reduce noise.
• Support the development and optimization of security monitoring rules and processes to enhance threat detection.
• Analyze security data sets to identify gaps and recommend improvements to security posture.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work within a highly skilled and dynamic cybersecurity team.
• Exposure to complex security environments and emerging threats, providing valuable professional growth.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities to enhance your skills and certifications.
• Collaborative and supportive working culture that values innovation and continuous improvement.
• Competitive salary package complemented by performance-based bonuses and comprehensive benefits.

Equal Opportunity

Holt Executive and our client are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We believe that diversity fosters innovation and drives success, and we encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this exciting opportunity.