Security Analyst

Ensign is hiring !

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor security events and alerts from SIEM tools and other security platforms.
• Perform initial analysis and triage of security incidents based on standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Escalate verified incidents to L2/L3 analysts or Incident Response team when necessary.
• Document alerts, investigations, and incident handling actions accurately in ticketing systems.
• Perform basic threat intelligence lookups and log analysis to support investigations.
• Follow defined playbooks and assist in fine-tuning alert rules and use cases.
• Support daily health checks on security monitoring tools and systems.
• Maintain awareness of current cybersecurity threats and trends.

Requirements:

Education & Certification:

• Diploma or Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications (preferred but not mandatory): CompTIA Security+, EC-Council CEH, Microsoft SC-200, etc.

Technical Skills:

• Basic understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, etc.).
• Familiarity with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar, LogRhythm).
• Basic knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals and common attack techniques.