SNOC Analyst - SC Cleared

Description of the Project

The Security Operator is part of the Security and Network Operations Centre (SNOC) team that support the confidentiality, integrity and availability of the MoD ICT infrastructure. This role is responsible for triage, handling and investigation of security incidents alerted to the SNOC via security monitoring or third parties. The Security Operator is, in addition, responsible for the day-to-day management, monitoring, and control of the Security Information and Event Monitoring (SIEM) system.

Job Purpose and Accountabilities

Accountable to a senior Security Analyst and providing 24 hour cover the Operator will monitor the MoD and Management networks and respond to SIEM alarms utilising a range of technical practices.

The Analyst will also assist with the on-going development of the security policies for the SIEM in collaboration with project technical Subject Matter Experts, and as a result of threat intelligence.

The SNOC Security Operator will be expected to develop the required skills to become a Security Analyst, and will also be expected to cross train on different security technologies.

A good knowledge of Information Security principles is a necessity.

Essential Skills

Thorough knowledge of information technologies and their functions.

Understanding of network security methods and tools.

Understanding of the attack lifecycle.

Technical experience in a service operations environment.

Well-developed communication skills.

Customer and business orientation.

Must hold a valid SC Clearance.

Desirable Skills

Qualifications such as CEH, GSEC, Security+.

Experience of LogRhythm.

Knowledge and experience of SIEM technologies.

Experience of management, monitoring and maintenance of security appliances such as IDS/IPS, firewalls, packet capture solutions, web/email filtering.

Understanding of security incident handling.

Understanding of threat intelligence.

Experience working with or within the MOD Security environment.

Must hold or be eligible for DV clearance.

About Us

Fujitsu is the leading Japanese information and communication technology (ICT) company offering a full range of technology products, solutions and services. Approximately 162,000 Fujitsu people support customers in more than 100 countries. We use our experience and the power of ICT to shape the future of society with our customers. Fujitsu Limited (TSE: 6702) reported consolidated revenues of 4.8 trillion yen (US$46 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2014. For more information, please see http://www.fujitsu.com

Fujitsu is the world's fourth-largest IT services provider and No.1 in Japan. - Fujitsu is among the world's top five providers of servers. - FORTUNE named Fujitsu as one of 'the World's Most Admired Companies' in 2013. - Fujitsu Group holds about 97,000 patents worldwide. - Fujitsu is part of the Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes (World), FTSE4Good Index Series, and Oekom research. - Newsweek ranks us as the seventeenth most eco-conscious company in the world. (Newsweek's Green Rankings)

Diversity At Fujitsu we believe in the power of difference to create a better future for everyone. We aim to create an environment where everyone can be themselves and feel able to contribute to the success of the Company. If you are talented, enthusiastic and keen to make a difference you can succeed in our organisation. We respect people regardless of their background, ensuring equal opportunities for all. Our policies enable us to reflect today's multi-cultural society and the changing social and economic patterns in the workforce. We welcome applications from disabled candidates and if you have an injury, disability or long term health condition which requires us to make adjustments to allow you to perform to the best of your ability in the recruitment process then please contact recruitmentservices@uk.fujitsu.com.

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