Cyber Security Analyst

Job Description:

(COMPANY NAME) XL has as an objective to enhance its security posture across all domains of information security to increase not only its technical capabilities in defending against cyber-attacks, but also to increase its brand value by becoming a leader in information security in relation to peers both within the (COMPANY NAME) fold but and also to its partners and competitors. To enable this ambition (COMPANY NAME) XL is expanding its Information Security Practice to ensure a coordinated response to the increasing cyber security threat, enable risk decisions to be made consistently across the organization and establish sustainable security capabilities that are integrated with the business.
DISCOVER your opportunity
The role will be to augment the Information Security Advisory and Threat Management Team to provide additional security subject matter expertise across all technical domains of Information Security to advise and steer projects ensuring Security is built in by design. Also, to provide oversight and approvals for all critical areas of Information Security where Security posture is affected to Identify and evaluate all cyber threats to AXAXL.
What will your essential responsibilities include?
* Ensure good security governance and best practices in all digital projects and act as an advocate for security best practices across all departments.* Be involved in the build, deployment and ongoing management of digital products, infrastructure, and services to imbed security by design.
* Using a variety of tools assess our infrastructure for security vulnerabilities and security posture to enable prioritization of remediation.
* Help design, develop, and operationalise monitoring, correlation, and alerting capabilities for our network, infrastructure, and applications to identify suspicious or anomalous behaviour along with weak configurations.
* Contribute to the implementation and maintenance of security controls (specifically concerning software versioning and EOL/EOS control tools)
* Provide a security response service, deal with security issues and work pro-actively to monitor systems and identify issues before they arise.
* Provide Information Security SME reviews and approvals (rejects) of changes affecting security posture.
* Assist in security compliance and assurance activities, including the development and maintenance of relevant logs, reviews, and registers.
* Create and maintain information security-related documentation.
* Contribute and Influence direction of Internal Audits and other audit type functions to elevate critical issues for visibility.
* Ingest threat intelligence from a variety of sources and turn into actionable intelligence.
You will report to Head of Information Security.
SHARE your talent
We're looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:
Required Skills and Abilities:
* Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related field in a security role or exhibit a desire to move from a technical role into Information Security
* Qualification in a basic security certification (CompTia+ etc)
* Expert analytical and reporting skills
* Expert in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
* Ability to effectively communicate and positively influence diverse stakeholders and team members
* Fluent in English (Required)
Desired Skills and Abilities:
* Experience in multinational or enterprise size company and dealing with complex organizational structures across multiple time zones
* Demonstrate experience in highly pressured environments with competing priorities with the ability to drive and assert security requirements
* Demonstrate the ability show assertiveness and a determination to uphold security if needed
* Experience with Windows servers, Linux, SQL, O365, Firewalls, IPS, MS Azure cloud
* Experience with network and Endpoint Security Infrastructure, SIEM, AV, EDR, IPS, Firewall, WAF, DLP, VPN, CASB an advantage
FIND your future
(COMPANY NAME) XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of (COMPANY NAME), is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don't just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it.
How? By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business − property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty.
With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward.
Learn more at axaxl.com
Inclusion & Diversity
(COMPANY NAME) XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
At (COMPANY NAME) XL, we know that an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce enable business growth and are critical to our success. That's why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most diverse workforce possible, and create an inclusive culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and can reach their highest potential. It's about helping one another - and our business - to move forward and succeed.
* Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe
* Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements
* Enhanced family friendly leave benefits
* Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index
* Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter
Learn more at axaxl.com/about-us/inclusion-and-diversity. (COMPANY NAME) XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Sustainability
At (COMPANY NAME) XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever-changing world, (COMPANY NAME) XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future. Our 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, called "Roots of resilience", focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations.
Our Pillars:
* Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society - are essential to our future. We're committed to protecting and restoring nature - from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard - by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans.
* Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. We're building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal-led solutions.
* Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. We're training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting.
* (COMPANY NAME) Hearts in Action: We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as (COMPANY NAME) XL's "Hearts in Action" programs. These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day - the Global Day of Giving.
For more information, please see axaxl.com/sustainability