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Innovation is a critical part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.
Job Description
As a Security Engineer within the Threat Informed Defense (TID) Team, you'll play a pivotal role in securing our critical business applications. You'll be tasked with conducting thorough Threat Modelling exercises, identifying potential vulnerabilities, and enumerating relevant threat scenarios. Leveraging this information, you'll design and implement effective detection strategies that bolster our defense mechanisms against evolving cyber threats. Your work will directly contribute to the continuous improvement of our security posture, ensuring the integrity and resilience of our digital assets.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive Threat Modelling of business-critical applications to identify potential security vulnerabilities and risks.
- Enumerate relevant threat scenarios based on structured threat intelligence, industry trends, and the evolving cyber threat landscape.
- Design and implement effective detection strategies for identified threats, focusing on minimizing potential impact and enhancing response capabilities.
- Continuously monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of implemented detections, adjusting strategies as necessary to address emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
- Participate in security incident response activities as required, providing expert analysis and recommendations for mitigating and preventing future threats.
Qualifications
Demonstrates expert technical skills in a large enterprise environment, such as:
- Demonstrable experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on building Cyber Threat Detections. This experience should encompass a broad understanding of cyber threats, defense mechanisms, and the cybersecurity landscape.
- Cyber Threat Intelligence and Threat Modeling: Demonstrated expertise in leveraging cyber threat intelligence to inform detection strategies and conduct Threat Modeling on critical business applications. Proven ability to design and implement effective detection mechanisms within complex IT environments using SPL, KQL and SQL.
- Knowledge of Cybersecurity Frameworks and Standards: Familiarity with common cybersecurity frameworks, standards, and best practices, including but not limited to NIST.
- Relevant Cybersecurity Certifications: Possession of relevant cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, GIAC) is highly desirable, demonstrating a commitment to professional development and expertise in the field.
- In-depth knowledge and experience in implementing the MITRE ATT&CK framework within security operations. This includes the ability to use the framework for Threat Modeling, detection strategy development, and enhancing overall security posture by understanding and mitigating tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) used by adversaries.
Additional Information
Our uniqueness is that we truly celebrate yours.
Experian's culture and people are key differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously. We focus on what truly matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, engagement, collaboration, wellness, reward & recognition, volunteering... the list goes on. We’re an award winning organisation due to our strong people first approach.
Innovation is a critical part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.
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