Senior Cyber Security Analyst

Prym Shared Services India is actively recruiting a Senior Cyber Security Analyst to spearhead the development of its Cybersecurity Operations Centre (SOC) in Hyderabad, Telangana, India. This pivotal role involves managing and enhancing cybersecurity processes, with a strong emphasis on adhering to ISO27000 standards for information security management. The ideal candidate will prioritize governance and management over purely technical solutions, demonstrating a continuous improvement mindset and robust risk management skills essential for an international environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and respond to security alerts and incidents, analyzing and mitigating threats to protect organizational systems and data.
• Analyze and respond to detected security incidents, ensuring timely escalation and resolution.
• Leverage knowledge of auditing standards and frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK & Detection Lifecycle Management.
• Employ incident response skills, including proficiency in PCAP capture, network analysis, and traffic pattern identification.
• Identify and analyze attacks and malware (Trojans, Ransomware, etc.) using event data from various sources (proxy, endpoints, IDS, network devices).
• Deploy rules and create custom signature-based detections for Microsoft Defender.
• Utilize open-source network analysis and intelligence tools (OSINT).
• Apply in-depth knowledge of the Cyber Kill Chain, intelligence-driven defense, and security architectures.
• Provide basic forensics support for acquiring and analyzing system/network artifacts during incidents.
• Assist in developing and implementing security policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Collaborate with IT and other departments to integrate security measures.
• Educate employees on cybersecurity best practices to minimize breach risks.

Purpose of the Role:

To monitor operational control performance, implement and manage security controls, and incorporate lessons learned to safeguard PRYM from cyber-attacks and effectively respond to threats. This includes managing security monitoring systems (IPS/IDS) for detection and prevention, identifying emerging threats, managing SIEM systems for log correlation and analysis, triaging data loss prevention alerts, and managing cyber security incidents from remediation to closure.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cyber Security, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CEH, CISM, or GIAC are highly preferred.
• Previous experience in cybersecurity operations, incident response, or a related field is highly desirable.

Desired Skills:

• Strong technical proficiency in security technologies, network protocols, and operating systems.
• Excellent analytical skills for incident and data analysis.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for diverse stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving abilities for rapid incident mitigation.