Security Analyst (SOC)

Overview

Pearson is a global education company that helps people around the world to make progress in their lives through learning. With a rich heritage that combines 150 years of experience in publishing with the latest learning technology and digital services, we help people to learn whatever, wherever and however they choose.

We are now transforming Pearson to accelerate our activity in digital learning, education services and emerging markets. This will enable us to make a lasting impact in helping to solve some of the most important challenges in global education.

The Role

Within the Security Operations Centre, working on a shift rota basis and reporting either to the Global SOC Manager or one of the local Managers, the SOC Security Analyst will be often be the first point of contact for security incidents. Analysts are responsible for providing first line analysis of information from a myriad of Security tools, to pass that information to designated escalation points and advise on remediation where appropriate. Candidates need to have a good understanding of Operating System Technologies and/or network technologies. Knowledge of security fundamentals would be desirable along with an overall appreciation of Security technologies and how they are used.

Experience, Skills & Qualifications

Minimum 2+ years of experience in IT and 1+ year in information security.
Bachelor’s degree in Computing, Information Technology, Mathematics, Physics or equivalent.

Strong skills and Passionate about security with a desire to advance career-wise through the SOC.

Knowledge of System hardening concepts and techniques, Network and access controls, Unix/Linux, Web application servers, Virtualization security technologies.
Knowledge of Encryption technologies and key management
Knowledge of Malware and protection capabilities
Knowledge of any of the following specific technologies: Checkpoint, F5, Symantec, Qualys, Fortinet, VMWare, McAfee, syslog, QRadar, Splunk, AD, DNS
A clear understanding of Server and Desktop Operating Systems (OS). The ability to interpret OS log data is essential.
A clear understanding of basic network protocols. The ability to analyses and interpret network traffic is essential.
Knowledge of security technologies including: firewall, IDS/IPS/HIDS, AV, SIEM, vulnerability scanning.
Understanding of incident response methodologies and technologies.
Must have concise, detail-oriented approach to written/verbal communications and documentation.
Ability to handle fluctuating workloads, conflicting priorities and concurrent activities.
Good understanding of Industry trends and emerging threats.
Ability to build strong relationships with internal teams, and senior leadership, is essential.
Should be calm and able to continue to provide a good service when under pressure
ITIL V3 Foundations highly preferred.

Please submit your CV using the following link http://pearsonlankavacancies.peopleshr.com/