Job Overview
We are looking for an IT Security Operations Specialist to support day-to-day cybersecurity and infrastructure security operations across on-premises and cloud environments.
The role will focus on vulnerability management, security incident response, DDoS/WAF operations, security compliance and remediation tracking. You will work closely with infrastructure, application teams and external security providers to identify and address security risks and maintain a secure IT environment.
Key Responsibilities
Vulnerability & Security Management
- Coordinate vulnerability management activities across servers, endpoints, applications and Azure cloud environments.
- Use tools such as TenableOne, VMS, Cloudscape or equivalent platforms to identify and monitor vulnerabilities.
- Review vulnerability assessment results and patch compliance reports to determine remediation priorities.
- Track outstanding vulnerabilities, remediation actions, security exceptions and risk acceptance requests.
- Follow up with technical teams to ensure vulnerabilities are addressed within required timelines.
- Escalate overdue or high-risk security issues to relevant stakeholders.
Security Incident & Infrastructure Operations
- Support cybersecurity incident investigation, containment, recovery and closure activities.
- Coordinate incident and remediation activities with infrastructure, application and security teams.
- Maintain incident records and follow up on corrective actions.
- Support DDoS protection and Web Application Firewall (WAF) operations.
- Review security alerts, attack reports and service performance.
- Coordinate WAF rule changes and support investigations involving suspicious traffic or web application attacks.
- Work with external security vendors and service providers to resolve operational issues.
Compliance & Reporting
- Maintain security risk, remediation and compliance tracking records.
- Monitor compliance with cybersecurity policies, standards and requirements.
- Prepare operational reports and management updates covering vulnerabilities, incidents, patch compliance and remediation progress.
- Support cybersecurity audits and compliance assessments by preparing the required documentation and evidence.
- Identify recurring security issues and support improvements to security processes and controls.
Requirements
- Diploma or Degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems or related discipline.
- 2 to 5 years of experience in cybersecurity operations, IT security operations, vulnerability management or related functions.
- Experience with vulnerability management tools such as Tenable or equivalent solutions.
- Good understanding of vulnerability management and patch management processes.
- Experience supporting cybersecurity incidents and remediation activities.
- Familiarity with DDoS protection and WAF technologies is preferred.
- Exposure to Microsoft Azure security and cloud environments would be advantageous.
- Familiarity with security frameworks and standards such as IM8, NIST, ISO 27001 or CIS Controls.
- Basic knowledge of network, server, application and cloud security.
- Strong analytical, communication, coordination and stakeholder management skills.
- Able to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with internal teams and external vendors.
- Preferred Certifications: Azure Cloud Certifications, CompTIA Security+, Microsoft Security Certifications, CEH, ISC2 CC, CISSP or CISM.
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