Security Operations Center Analyst

Advance Your career working with talented colleagues within the in-house Security Operations Centre (SOC).

IT Security Operations play an increasingly critical role in the organization. As a member of SOC, you will work in shifts covering 24/7 to keep an eye on security systems, rapidly detecting and effectively responding to IT security threats within a real-life network infrastructure using a variety of enterprise-grade security tools. This may include phishing campaigns, web attacks, or even malware infections detected by security tools.

Since it is almost impossible to know everything on day one yet – you will collaborate closely with teammates in Security Operations Centre and professionals in Security Incident Response Team. Meanwhile, continuously learning, growing, and improving your professional skill set.

*Depending on your experience and knowledge, we may offer you different seniority of the role.

You will:

• Monitor SIEM and a variety of other IT security tools and perform comprehensive analysis on incoming security alerts using ticketing system and dashboards; mitigate attacks, and unauthorized or illegal activity, escalating them to the appropriate teams if necessary
• Undertake an immediate effort to isolate the threat from spreading within the group’s environment as quickly as possible
• Ensure that investigations are completed on time, deliver operational SLAs whilst demonstrating the right level of quality and control
• Identify opportunities to improve IT security monitoring and operational tasks. Develop technical capabilities to automate repeatable tasks, track metrics, and improve performance
• Collaborate closely with the Incident Response team on alerts escalated to them
• Design, develop, maintain and follow standards, practices, and playbooks to handle alerts and protect the organization
• Evaluate and adapt SIEM event rules, filters, and use cases

About you:

• Degree in Information Security or equivalent working experience in a relevant field
• Experience leveraging core security and infrastructure technologies (e.g., SIEM, IPS/IDS, Firewall, Proxy logs, anti-malware solutions)
• Solid knowledge of common security concepts and security techniques, common malware and exploit tools and techniques used
• IT Security-related certifications (Network+, Security+, CySA+, etc.)
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills in English
• Analytical mind with problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to work in a time-sensitive environment
• A committed and flexible team-oriented person with the mindset of continuous learning and development

We offer:

Monthly salary range from 2880 EUR to 4320 EUR gross (based on your competencies relevant for the job).

Additionally, each Danske Bank employee receives employee benefits package which includes:

• Growth opportunities: professional & supportive team, e-learnings, numerous development programs; (incl. professional certificates); 100+ professions for internal mobility opportunities.
• Health & Well-being: a diverse, inclusive, work & life balance work environment; additional health insurance; mental well-being practices; partial psychologist counselling compensation; silence and sleep zones at the office; game rooms.
• Hybrid working conditions: home office budget (after the probation period); modern Danske Campus workplace developed with anthropologist for the best employee experience.
• Additional days of leave: for rest, health, volunteering, exams in higher education institutions, and other important activities. Moreover, for seniority with Danske Bank.
• Monetary compensation package: accidents & critical diseases insurance; financial support in case of unfortunate events, travel insurance; IIIrd Pillar Pension Fund contribution.

See all the benefits HERE.

Your title in job contract will be IT Security Engineer (Security Operations Analyst).

Do you have experience in Cyber Security and would be interested joining our team of passionate, like-minded specialists? Then you might be our next SOC Analyst! If you want to know more, do not hesitate to contact me on @LinkedIn! Ervinas Janavicius, Lead of Security Operations Center at Danske Bank.

Danske Bank is a Nordic bank with bridges to the world around us. For 150 years, we have supported people and businesses in releasing their potential. A career with us is an opportunity to join a community of 22,000 colleagues in a culture where we are committed to Teaming Up, Owning It and Being Open. Together, we are on a journey to transform Danske Bank into a better bank. For our customers, our employees and the societies around us.