SOC Analyst (Position located in Sheffield, United Kingdom)

About KnowBe4

KnowBe4, the provider of the world's largest security awareness training and simulated phishing platform, is used by tens of thousands of organizations around the globe. KnowBe4 enables organizations to manage the ongoing problem of social engineering by helping them train employees to make smarter security decisions, every day.

Fortune has ranked us as a best place to work for women, for millennials, and in technology for four years in a row! We have been certified as a "Great Place To Work" in 8 countries, plus we've earned numerous other prestigious awards, including Glassdoor's Best Places To Work.

Our team values radical transparency, extreme ownership, and continuous professional development in a welcoming workplace that encourages all employees to be themselves. Whether working remotely or in-person, we strive to make every day fun and engaging; from team lunches to trivia competitions to local outings, there is always something exciting happening at KnowBe4.

To learn more about our team and office culture in Leeds, England (UK), visit the following links. 
Careers Page: https://www.knowbe4.com/careers/locations/york
Glassdoor: https://www.glassdoor.com/Location/KnowBe4-York-Location-EI_IE969384.0,7_IL.8,12_IC3297365.htm
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/knowbe4/life/uk/

As an Information Security Analyst, this role is to protect company and customer data by monitoring for threats and implementing various security measures. Additional responsibilities include investigating and addressing any security incidents, conducting security reviews, and taking the necessary steps to ensure the privacy, integrity, and availability of our information systems, services, and networks.

Responsibilities:

• Responds to security alerts created across infosec alerting systems
• Escalates security alerts requiring further investigation
• Creates new security alerts and dashboards as needed
• Performs threat hunting across information security log feeds 
• Creates Infosec policies, procedures, and playbooks
• Monitors, investigates and responds to security incidents
• Performs root cause analysis on identified vulnerabilities and incidents
• Conducts security reviews and penetration testing across company products and services
• Conducts vulnerability scanning and triages vulnerabilities across company products
• Monitor changes in the network and network activity for threats
• Security Clearance required

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology or a related field preferred 
• Security certification such as Security+, GSEC, CompTIA CySA+, or Cisco Cyber Ops are desirable
• Demonstrated knowledge of information security concepts and best practices
• Has an understanding of InfoSec concepts such as: cloud infrastructure, application security, vulnerability scanning, penetration testing
• Experience with SIEM tools, log observability, AWS and other infosec related apps and tools preferred
• Some experience with infosec testing tools and scripts.
• Familiar with SaaS application concepts: secure configuration, API’s, logging, access control, permissions, troubleshooting.
• Some experience with relevant business applications such as ERP, CRM, and IdP solutions.
• Familiar with with Docker and containerization desirable
• Familiar with implementing secure IT SaaS applications.
• Familiar with OWASP top 10 and MITRE ATT&CK Framework.
• Knowledge of various operating systems, ChromeOS, Linux, Mac, Windows.
• Able to navigate the linux command line
• Ability to write basic python scripts desirable
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Excellent time management and organization skills
• Excellent Analytical skills

Our Fantastic Benefits

We offer company-wide bonuses based on monthly sales targets, employee referral bonuses, adoption assistance, tuition reimbursement, certification reimbursement, certification completion bonuses, and a relaxed dress code - all in a modern, high-tech, and fun work environment. For more details about our benefits in each office location, please visit www.knowbe4.com/careers/benefits.

Note: An applicant assessment and background check may be part of your hiring procedure.

Individuals seeking employment at KnowBe4 are considered without prejudice to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please visit www.knowbe4.com/careers/request-accommodation.

No recruitment agencies, please.