Oxford Nanopore has developed a new generation of nanopore-based sensing technology for faster, information-rich, accessible and affordable molecular analysis. The technology is used to understand and characterise the biology of humans, animals, plants, bacteria, viruses and diseases such as cancer. By enabling biological insights, we strive to improve life on Earth and beyond.
We are looking for an experienced individual to join our Information Security team as an Information Security Engineer in a dynamic organisation.
The details...
The InfoSec Engineer operates under the guidance of the Head of Information Security and proactively enhances the cybersecurity defences of ONT’s information systems. This role will lead the design, testing, identification and communication of security weaknesses to stakeholders across ONT and improve security controls and practices.
The role looks to fully exploit the security tools available and enhance ONT’s technical assurance activities, working alongside Global IT teams to implement proactive security configurations including Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), User Entity and behaviour Analytics (UEBA), Secure Web Gateway (SWG), Data Loss Prevention (DLP), email filtering, and vulnerability scanning tools.
The InfoSec Engineer has the opportunity to uncover security flaws and control weaknesses across Oxford Nanopore's IT and application estate, while performing security operations functions to bolster the Managed Security Operations Centre (MSOC) in order to protect Oxford Nanopore and its information, and respond in a timely manner to cyber threats. This exciting and challenging role looks to fully exploit the information security tools available to ensure genuine threats are prevented and containment is either automated or immediate, while working alongside Global Information Technology teams to implement proactive security configurations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop the blue team and threat hunting capability to harden and enhance the technological controls on Oxford Nanopore's IT estate.
- Detect and assess vulnerabilities across Oxford Nanopore's IT and work through to successful resolution.
- Work with the MSOC and as part of the Incident Response Team to triage incidents, identifying false positives.
- Work with third parties to securely configure the platforms contributing to Oxford Nanopore’s security stack: EDR, SIEM/SOAR, SWG, DLP and vulnerability management.
- Advise on security architecture improvements: changing vendors, enhancing services and identifying solutions.
- Produce high-quality technical documentation.
What we're looking for…
- Essential Skills and Experience
- An interest in uncovering security flaws is important to this role.
- Previous experience with incident response is important, able to bring skills on good practices that suit Oxford Nanopore.
- This role requires a self-learner and individual who continually seeks to expand their knowledge and skills.
- A proactive, self-starter is required for this role, able to demonstrate taking ownership of and responsibility for resolving issues.
- The applicant will also be able to work as part of a wider team, guide a team, and be confident in making decisions.
- High attention to detail with excellent organisational and planning skills.
- Experience of security incident management.
- Preferred Skills and Experience
- Knowledge of security frameworks and standards such as ISO27001, NIST 800-53, CIS.
- Relevant degree or equivalent experience.
- Previous experience in a similar role such as engineer, analyst, or specialist.
- Understanding of MITRE attack framework.
- Cybersecurity certification such as OSCP, OSDA, CRTO, GPEN, or similar.
- Experience with vulnerability scanning tools like Qualys or Nessus.
- Familiarity with software engineering or application security.
We offer outstanding benefits to include an attractive bonus, generous pension contributions, private healthcare and an excellent starting salary. Based within beautiful, landscaped surroundings with tree-lined walks, water features and a lake, all of which make for a wonderful working environment.
If you are looking to utilise your skills to really make a difference to humankind, then consider joining our team and apply today!
Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job.
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