Security Analyst

Work somewhere with the creativity of a scaleup and expertise of an enterprise.

We are seeking an experienced Security Analyst who will be responsible for planning, designing, and carrying out penetration tests to identify vulnerabilities in our software, implementing OWASP best practices and thorough knowledge of attack frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK. The Security Analyst will also help design IAM policies (identity lifecycle, authentication standards) for the company. 

This profile will report to the Security Manager.

Responsibilities

• Planning and designing penetration tests to identify vulnerabilities in our software.
• Carrying out penetration tests using a variety of tools and techniques.
• Conducting threat analysis to understand potential attack vectors and prioritize security measures.
• Creating detailed reports on test results and offering recommendations to security decision-makers.
• Developing scripts to automate parts of the testing process and improve efficiency.
• Managing individual user accounts and possessing expertise in Identity and Access Management (IAM).
• Researching IT security trends to stay ahead of emerging threats.
• Implementing security training and awareness programs for employees to enhance overall security posture.
• Conducting internal security tests such as social engineering, phishing, and password analysis to identify weaknesses.

Requirements

What you have 

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
• Proven experience in conducting penetration tests and vulnerability assessments.
• Strong understanding of networking protocols, operating systems, and security principles.
• Strong understanding of IAM principles and authentication standards.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Perl, or PowerShell.
• Experience with penetration testing tools such as Metasploit, Nmap, and Burp Suite.
• Familiarity with threat analysis methodologies and attack frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK.
• Knowledge of OWASP best practices for securing web applications and APIs.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and report-writing abilities.

Nice to have

• Relevant certifications such as OSCP, CEH, or GIAC are a plus.

Benefits

Working at iGenius

With a growing team in four offices—Milan, NYC, London and Lausanne, Switzerland —iGenius is a scaleup that thinks like an enterprise, where talented innovators can thrive and people come first. That’s not all. 

Perks

• Learning Friday. If our team members know more, so do we. That’s why we give everyone a training budget that they can spend on books, online courses or other training materials. 
• Smart Working. Trains can be a drag, you can save some commuting time by working from home. 
• Salary is based on experience, and topped up with other bonuses.

About iGenius

iGenius is a high-growth scaleup that thinks like an enterprise, where talented innovators can thrive and people come first. Our vision is to disrupt the B2B data industry by bringing a consumer approach to it. At iGenius, we envision a world where everyone has access to better data intelligence. We are the creators of crystal, the first virtual advisor for data intelligence.

Founded in 2016 by Uljan Sharka, iGenius was selected by LinkedIn as one of Italy's Top 10 Startups in 2020. It was also mentioned in Gartner’s 2020 Hype Cycle for Analytics and Business Intelligence as an “innovative specialist vendor”, and as one of Europe’s top 100 SaaS companies, and one of nine top names in data & analytics, by venture capital firm  5Accel.

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