Senior Security Analyst at OUTsurance

Qualification and Experience

• 5+ years’ experience in security, specialising in internal, external and web application penetration assessments using various tools and techniques
• Experience with malware analysis, vulnerability exploitation, network exploitation, network attacks, network traffic analysis and social engineering
• Strong knowledge of networking principles and standard protocols
• Strong knowledge of Windows and Linux
• Advantageous
• Technical security accreditations, e.g. CISSP, CEH, OSCP, GIAC
• Penetration testing of mobile applications

Job Responsibilities (Primary)

• Perform continuous internal, external and web application penetration assessments
• Facilitate the implementation of countermeasures to mitigate the identified deficiencies
• Analyse threat data from multiple internal and external sources
• Identify important elements of threats (behaviours, tools, targeting, etc.) and use this knowledge to build detections
• Assist with the deployment of technical solutions for detecting and preventing potential threats
• Drive research initiatives to further threat detection capabilities and drive implementation with a SOC
• Monitor and report on effectiveness of key security countermeasures
• Accountable for coordination of response to incidents identified by the SOC
• Competencies

The successful individual would need to demonstrate the below listed competencies at an advanced level:

• Very strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships
• Problem-solving with strong decision-making mind-set
• Takes initiative and works under own direction
• Upholds ethics and values and demonstrates high levels of integrity
• Methodically plans and organises tasks and projects
• Demonstrate a high level of attention to detail
• Adapts and responds positively to change
• The ability to multitask and handle stress

Additional information:

An ideal candidate will be able to align their personal work values to the OUTsurance values of passion, profitability, recognition, people development, honesty, respect and awesome service. Being enthusiastic in dealing with challenges in a stressful, deadline orientated environment is essential.

In accordance with OUTsurance’s Employment Equity goals, preference will be given to individuals who meet the job requirements and are from the various designated groups.