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Security Analyst

Location: Hamilton
Discipline: IT
Job Type: Permanent
Date Posted: 19/01/2022
Reference: BH-257-1
The company

Upper Echelon has an opportunity for a security analyst to join an exciting company that provides cutting edge cybersecurity solutions to the supply chain and industrial automation sectors. 
 
Work with a talented team, building a powerful security solution for modern times. An exciting product backed by Australian and New Zealand universities and multinational enterprises. The roll out has already scaled from NZ to Australia and in time will be going global.
 
With a culture of high integrity and opportunity, this organisation provides an environment where dedicated employees can thrive and develop. This is interesting and meaningful work where your ideas and contributions can make an impact.

The role

As an information security analyst, threat hunting in a team of cybersecurity professionals, you’ll be working on a wide range of projects, focused on the specifics of industrial enterprise. 
  • Daily monitoring of events in customers environments, triaging alarms, and escalating identified security issues 
  • Work with our in-house team of talented developers to continuously improve our cyber security platform
  • Periodically deliver cyber security reports 
  • Assist in conducting cyber security assessments
  • Propose remediation plans for identified security flaws
  • Assist in the implementation of remediation strategies for customers. Giving guidance, and hands-on assistance where necessary
  • Provide analysis, trends, and recommendations from security log data
  • Assist in the implementation of security monitoring tools
The Person

Being analytical, curious and a good communicator are just some of the attributes that make a good cybersecurity professional.
  • 1-2 years of experience in the cyber security space and across multiple domains
  • Intermediate knowledge of Windows and Linux (configuration of server roles, security features) 
  • Intermediate knowledge of networking systems and security software (TCP/IP stack, routing principles)
  • Scripting knowledge (e.g., bash, PowerShell, Python)
  • Understanding of the incident management life cycle
  • Strong analytical and communication skills
  • Cyber security certifications are an advantage
  • Experience in the industrial environment is a bonus!
If you are a recent graduate, don't hesitate to apply for this role as full training will be provided. This is an excellent learning opportunity for someone wanting to get into the cybersecurity industry.

The Perks
  • Premium health insurance
  • Onsite parking
  • Challenging work in a fast-growing industry
  • Professional growth
A full time, permanent position, this role will pay up to $100,000 per annum and is negotiable for the right candidate. Based in Hamilton, an area rapidly becoming one of the major tech hubs of New Zealand!

How to apply

Apply now using the link below or contact Kizzy Sullivan on 021 090 13848 or Richard Alexander on 021 222 2082 with any questions.

Please only apply if you are currently in New Zealand and have the legal right to work.