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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in network security operations, incident response, and vulnerability management, with a strong ability to communicate complex security concepts to diverse stakeholders. Proficient in using security tools and frameworks to enhance organizational security posture and compliance.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Network Security OperationsIncident ResponseSIEM, IDS/IPS, Firewall Security ToolsetsRisk AssessmentSecurity+ or CEH Certification
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Hard Skills
Network ProtocolsOperating SystemsSecurity Technology ConceptsVulnerability AssessmentScripting in PythonScripting in PowerShell
Soft Skills
Analytical AbilityCritical-ThinkingAttention to DetailTeam PlayerCommunication Skills
Tools & Technologies
SIEMIDS/IPSFirewall Security ToolsetsAWSAzureGoogle Cloud
Certifications & Qualifications
Security+CEH
Industry Keywords
SOC 2NISTGDPRHIPAAPCI-DSS
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesAWSAzureCloudPython
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Monitor network traffic, system logs, endpoint detection, and security alerts to identify threats and vulnerabilities
- Respond to and investigate alerts, suspected breaches, and network intrusions
- Execute incident response tasks
- Review vulnerability assessments and help mitigate identified issues
- Create and work security tickets according to defined procedures
- Contribute to briefings and reports for management reviews and compliance audits
- Propose improvements to standard operating procedures and security tooling
- Partner with IT and product development teams on security operations and risk mitigation
- Help colleagues understand security concepts
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor's degree, or 4+ years of equivalent experience in a related field; relevant certifications and non-traditional training count
- Working knowledge of network protocols, operating systems, applications, and security technology concepts
- Hands-on experience operating SIEM, IDS/IPS, and firewall security toolsets
- Strong analytical and critical-thinking ability, including risk assessment
- Ability to explain complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders
- Keen attention to detail and comfort handling several things at once
- Genuine team-player instincts across cross-functional groups
- Preferred: entry-level security certification such as Security+ or CEH
- Preferred: cloud security exposure on AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
- Preferred: familiarity with SOC 2, NIST, GDPR, HIPAA, or PCI-DSS
- Preferred: scripting in Python or PowerShell for automation
- Ability to work Monday to Friday, 3:00 PM–12:00 AM EAT (8:00 AM–5:00 PM EST)
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive compensation
- Health coverage
- Learning support
- Certification sponsorship