Security Analyst Senior II (Incident Response) - Remote

Job Description

Do you enjoy cyber security and taking ownership to get the job done?

Are you excited about working with cutting-edge security systems?

Join our Infosec Global Security Operations team

InfoSec Security Operations Team is responsible for safeguarding the security of Akamai's systems, infrastructure and providing internal advocacy for security practices. Opportunity to work closely with product and platform teams throughout the company.

Become a Security Subject Matter Expert

As a seasoned incident response expert, you'll be the first line of defense against emerging threats and cyber-attacks. You'll monitor and respond to security incidents and inquiries from customers, partners, and vendors. This role will provide you with invaluable exposure to the intricate complexities of incident response, where you will utilize your technical expertise and deep understanding of recent threats

As a Security Analyst Senior II, you will be responsible for:

• Leading and coordinating incident response efforts for security incidents based on their severity
• Conducting in-depth investigations to identify the root cause, impact, and extent of security incidents.
• Coordinating Security Monitoring and Incident Handling efforts across multiple business units during response.
• Documenting and communicating findings, recommendations, and remediation actions to management and stakeholders.
• Staying updated with the latest security threats, attack techniques, and industry trends to enhance incident response capabilities.

Do what you love

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have 8 years experience in Security operations and IT Security with main focus on incident response operations
• Have experience of detailed security event analysis, event investigation and validation, correlation and trending.
• Have knowledge of security tools and technology (e.g., IDS/IPS, Firewall, Host IDS / IPS, Antivirus, Splunk)
• Understand malware analysis, threat hunting and Digital forensics.
• Demonstrate some exposure to Windows, Linux and Open-Source Intelligence
• Have IT Security related certifications in CEH, CCNA, Security+, SANS, CISSP or Incident Response

Work in a way that works for you

FlexBase, Akamai's Global Flexible Working Program, is based on the principles that are helping us create the best workplace in the world. When our colleagues said that flexible working was important to them, we listened. We also know flexible working is important to many of the incredible people considering joining Akamai. FlexBase, gives 95% of employees the choice to work from their home, their office, or both (in the country advertised). This permanent workplace flexibility program is consistent and fair globally, to help us find incredible talent, virtually anywhere. We are happy to discuss working options for this role and encourage you to speak with your recruiter in more detail when you apply.
Learn what makes Akamai a great place to work

We power and protect life online, by solving the toughest challenges, together.

At Akamai, we're curious, innovative, collaborative and tenacious. We celebrate diversity of thought and we hold an unwavering belief that we can make a meaningful difference. Our teams use their global perspectives to put customers at the forefront of everything they do, so if you are people-centric, you'll thrive here.

Working for you

At Akamai, we will provide you with opportunities to grow, flourish, and achieve great things. Our benefit options are designed to meet your individual needs for today and in the future. We provide benefits surrounding all aspects of your life:

• Your health
• Your finances
• Your family
• Your time at work
• Your time pursuing other endeavors

Our benefit plan options are designed to meet your individual needs and budget, both today and in the future.

About us

Akamai powers and protects life online. Leading companies worldwide choose Akamai to build, deliver, and secure their digital experiences helping billions of people live, work, and play every day. With the world's most distributed compute platform from cloud to edge we make it easy for customers to develop and run applications, while we keep experiences closer to users and threats farther away.

Join us

Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company with a global reach and exciting services and clients? Come join us and grow with a team of people who will energize and inspire you!
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