Security Services Analyst

Security Services Analyst Role Overview

The Security Services Analyst is crucial in ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information by delivering top-notch Security Services. The analyst will collaborate with various stakeholders to develop, implement, and maintain robust security practices and respond effectively to security incidents.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Best Practices & Standards:

  • Develop and maintain best practices and standards for security service processes.
  • Regularly monitor, audit, and enhance the effectiveness of security processes.

• Governance & Policy Development:

  • Contribute to the creation and documentation of governance standards, security policies, and procedures.

• Technical Assessments & Recommendations:

  • Conduct technical assessments and recommend standards and baselines.
  • Coordinate and provide technical input for Security Services, including:
    • Vulnerability Management
    • Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
    • Penetration Testing
    • Security Training and Communication
    • Incident and Emergency Response
    • Threat and Risk Management

• Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery:

  • Plan, document, and schedule annual business continuity and disaster recovery tests.

• Security Assessments for New Technologies & Vendors:

  • Provide insights for security assessments of new technologies and third-party vendors.
  • Review project designs and change requests to ensure security is a fundamental design principle.

• Risk Assessments & Audits:

  • Perform risk assessments and audits.
  • Document and communicate risk notifications for risks identified outside of GITT responsibility, collaborating with business units to determine appropriate actions.

• Support & Collaboration:

  • Assist the Security Services Lead and Technology & Security Services Manager with information risk and security issues.
  • Provide coverage for team members in their absence.

Work Relationships

• Internal Collaboration:

  • Technology & Security Services Team
  • IT Process & Quality Manager
  • Service Delivery Team
  • Business Application Team
  • Project Management Office
  • IT Security Managers within operating companies

• External Collaboration:

  • Managed Service Providers
  • SIEM/SOC Providers
  • Third-party Suppliers and Vendors

Experience & Competencies

• Strong understanding of IT security risks and security service processes.
• Familiarity with the NIST framework.
• Proven ability to deliver services under high-pressure conditions.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly to both business and IT users.
• Proficiency in reporting, documentation, and presentation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Effective prioritization and reporting on service demand.

Qualifications & Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Relevant information security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, CEH).
• ITIL Certification.
• PRINCE2 Certification.

This role requires a proactive approach, technical expertise, and strong collaborative skills to maintain and enhance the security posture of my client.