Cybersecurity Operations Analyst

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DEFEND

πŸ“Remote - New Zealand

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Summary

Join DEFEND, a leading cybersecurity organization, as a Security Operations Analyst and make a real difference in protecting our government and enterprise clients. You will play a key role in delivering exceptional cybersecurity services, focusing on vulnerability management, risk management, and incident response. This position requires strong technical expertise, excellent communication skills, and a customer-centric approach. You will leverage advanced security tools and technologies while collaborating with internal and external teams. DEFEND offers a supportive and flexible work environment with opportunities for career advancement and professional development. Embrace the chance to contribute to a cyber-resilient world and grow your cybersecurity career with us.

Requirements

  • Possess strong technical expertise and familiarity with vulnerability scanning tools, SIEM, EDR, and/or related security tools and technologies
  • Demonstrate a customer-centric mindset and proven experience engaging with customers to communicate complex technical issues clearly to stakeholders at all levels
  • Exhibit exceptional writing and review abilities to create top-notch reports and workflows
  • Show proficient understanding of threat management, incident response protocols, and cybersecurity principles along with relevant industry standards, demonstrating the capability to implement these in practical situations
  • Display a passion for staying ahead of evolving threats and driving security innovation
  • Have at least one year of experience in cybersecurity roles, especially in Security Operations Center (SOC) positions, or a background in software development or related technical areas

Responsibilities

  • Perform end-to-end vulnerability management across endpoints, applications, and infrastructure
  • Generate reports, assess and prioritize vulnerabilities, and assign remediation tasks to business stakeholders
  • Manage cybersecurity risks and exemptions
  • Perform risk assessments for active and/or critical (zero-day) vulnerabilities
  • Assess, prioritize, and oversee security incidents for enterprise clients, collaborating with both internal and external teams to deliver resolutions within service level agreements (SLAs)
  • Utilize expertise in network security, endpoint protection, and identity protection while leveraging a variety of advanced security capabilities
  • Oversee security hardening activities and Cloud Security Posture Management
  • Implement roadmap initiatives and enhance services through the development of processes, integrations, and new features

Preferred Qualifications

  • Possess relevant certifications from recognized professional organizations that showcase expertise in cybersecurity (such as ISACA, ISC2, GIAC, or CompTIA)
  • Have a degree or tertiary qualification

Benefits

  • Flexible working arrangements are available to suit your lifestyle
  • Opportunity for continuous learning and development of skills to navigate future challenges
  • Tools and flexibility provided to make a meaningful impact
  • Mentorship from passionate and highly skilled individuals
  • Opportunity to progress into other exciting roles across DEFEND

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