Principal Information Security Analyst

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Your day at NTT DATA

The role of Principal Information Security Analyst is an expert level role and has the responsibility to design and implement security systems to protect NTT's computer networks from cyber-attacks, and to help set and maintain security standards. This role is required to monitor NTT’s computer networks for security issues, install security software, and document any security issues or breaches found. This role is responsible for assisting in the planning, implementation, and management of information security measures to safeguard NTT's digital assets and systems. This role contributes to maintaining a secure and compliant environment and executes on leadership initiatives.

What you'll be doing

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Monitors security alerts and events from various sources, investigates potential threats, and escalates incidents as necessary.
• Assists in the implementation and monitoring of security controls, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and access controls.
• Performs regular vulnerability assessments, analyses scan results, and assists in prioritising and remediating identified vulnerabilities.
• Supports the incident response team in investigating security incidents, documenting findings, and participating in remediation efforts.
• Assists in ensuring compliance with industry standards (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001) by conducting assessments and implementing necessary controls.
• Installs security measures and operates software to protect systems and information infrastructure, including firewalls and data encryption programmes
• Documents security breaches and assess the damage they cause
• Works with the security team to perform tests and uncover network vulnerabilities
• Fixes detected vulnerabilities to maintain a high-security standard
• Develops organisational best practices for IT security
• Performs penetration testing
• Upgrades systems to unable security software
• Installs and upgrades antivirus software
• Tests and evaluates new technology
• Assists with the installation of security software and understands information security management
• Researches security enhancements and makes recommendations to management
• Stays abreast of information technology trends and security standards
• Contributes to security awareness initiatives by creating training materials, conducting workshops, and educating employees about best security practices.
• Maintains accurate records of security incidents, assessments, and actions taken for reporting and audit purposes.
• Assists in the management and maintenance of security tools, including antivirus software, encryption tools, and security information and event management (SIEM) systems.
• Participates in risk assessments to identify potential security threats, vulnerabilities, and associated risks to the organisation.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams, IT, and other teams to ensure security measures are integrated into the organisation's processes and projects.

Knowledge, Skills and Attributes:

• Applies broad expertise and knowledge in highly specialised fields or several related disciplines
• Leads and contributes to development of company objectives and principles to achieve goals in creative and effective ways
• Recognised internally as a subject matter expert with the ability to work on significant and unique issues where analysis of situations or data requires an evaluation of intangibles
• Focuses on providing thought leadership and works on projects, which requires understanding of wider business
• Excellent communication skills to effectively convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders
• Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving skills to prevent hacking on a network
• Excellent leadership skills to identify and evaluate potential risks and to develop solutions
• Ability to identify and mitigate network vulnerabilities and explain how to avoid them
• Excellent proficiency in understanding of firewalls, proxies, SIEM, antivirus, and IDPS concepts
• Excellent proficiency in understanding of patch management with the ability to deploy patches in a timely manner whilst understanding business impact
• Excellent proficiency with MAC and OS
• Familiarity with security frameworks, standards, and regulations (e.g., NIST, CIS, GDPR)
• Excellent proficiency of understanding in network and system architecture, protocols, and security controls
• Strong analytical skills to analyse security incidents and assess potential risks
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Academic Qualifications and Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in information security, cybersecurity, computer science, or related
• Security certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) are advantageous
• Forti-Siem - NSE5-FSM advantageous
• SC-200: Microsoft Security Operations Analyst advantageous

Required Experience:

• Extended demonstrated experience in information security or cybersecurity, or related roles. Minimum 5 years experience.
• Extended demonstrated experience working in a global IT organisation
• Extended demonstrated experience with computer network penetration testing and techniques
• Extended demonstrated experience with security assessment and vulnerability scanning tools

Workplace type:

Hybrid Working

About NTT DATA
NTT DATA is a $30+ billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long-term success. We invest over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure, and connectivity. We are also one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group and headquartered in Tokyo.

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