Cyber Security Engineer - #1717841

Interact provides enterprise-grade intranet software that connects over three million employees to leading global names like Levi's, Domino’s, Teva Pharmaceuticals, and Technicolor.

Our team of customer-focused problem solvers are passionate about helping organizations to communicate better. We do this together by constantly working to improve every service and product we offer. With offices in Manchester, New York, Dubai, Tulsa, and Poland, we operate across North America, EMEA, and Australia.

Click on any of our vacancies and you’ll see one thing in common – they all begin with this message. Why? Because at Interact we treat everyone with the same respect and honesty. Whether you’re a developer fresh out of college or a seasoned salesperson, we live the motto that we uphold for our customers: our people are our most valuable assets.

We are looking for a Cyber Security Engineer who will help to implement and maintain robust security solutions that safeguard the organisational assets against cyber threats.

In this role you will proactively identify vulnerabilities, mitigating risks, and enhancing the overall security posture through continuous monitoring, incident response, and adherence to industry best practices and regulatory requirements.

Close collaboration with cross-functional teams is needed as well as staying abreast of emerging technologies, building a resilient and secure environment, fostering trust and confidence in our organisation’s digital infrastructure.

A Little About You...

• 3+ years experience in cyber security roles, with an understanding of networking protocols, security technologies, and risk management principles.
• Experience in working with cloud technologies such as AWS.
• Experience with security incident response, including handling and mitigating security incidents.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to assess complex security issues and develop practical solutions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Continuous learner with a proactive approach to professional development and staying updated on industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Knowledge of security tools and technologies, such as SIEM (Splunk), SOAR, DLP, endpoint protection, and vulnerability assessment tools.
  
  

About The Role...

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive cybersecurity strategies to protect organizational assets against cyber threats.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and vulnerability scans to identify potential security gaps and mitigate risks effectively.
• Contribute to a robust security architecture, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption mechanisms, to safeguard network infrastructure and data.
• Monitor security infrastructure for suspicious activities, investigate incidents, and implement incident response procedures to minimize impact and ensure timely resolution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security controls into the development lifecycle of applications, systems, and networks.
• Stay updated on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices to continuously enhance security posture and mitigate potential risks.
• Participate in security audits, compliance assessments, and regulatory reviews to ensure adherence to relevant standards and regulations.
• Maintain documentation of security processes, procedures, and incident response plans to facilitate knowledge sharing and continuity of operations.
• Help to identify opportunities for automation and optimization of security operations to improve efficiency and effectiveness.