Cybersecurity Analyst at 54gene Nigeria

54gene was founded in 2019 by Dr. Abasi Ene-Obong to address the significant gap in the global genomics market; Nearly 90% of genetic material used in pharmaceutical research is Caucasian. Only 2% is African, despite the fact that Africans and people of African ancestry are more genetically diverse than all other world populations combined.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Cybersecurity Analyst

Zip / Postal Code: 105102
Location: Lagos
Type: Full time
Department: Cybersecurity
Reports to: Sr Director, Cybersecurity
Industry: Biotechnology

Job Description

• We are looking for a cybersecurity analyst who will work directly with the Senior Director of Cybersecurity to deter, monitor, analyze, investigate and respond to cyber security threats and network intrusions.
• As a Cybersecurity Analyst, you will help build, secure, deploy and maintain internal policies, procedures, systems, and related tools in order to continuously improve 54gene’s security posture.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor, assess and/or analyze multiple security log data from various heterogeneous security devices. This includes analysis of logs from: SIEM; Firewall; Proxies; End-point malware protection; Servers and workstations
• Other security technologies and devices
• Provide Incident Response (IR) support when analysis confirms actionable incident
• Deliver threat and vulnerability analysis as well as security advisory services
• Analyze and respond to previously undisclosed software and hardware vulnerabilities
• Investigate, document and report on information security issues and emerging trends
• Automate configuration and hardening of systems and applications
• Integrate and share information with other analysts and teams
• Participate, facilitate and deliver training and awareness to promote Information Security within the organization.

Requirements
Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in an IT related field is preferred, but not mandatory
• 4+ years of relevant experience
• Professional certifications such as, CISA / CISM / CISSP etc. would be beneficial.

Knowledge, Experience and Skills:

• Strong technical acumen with an understanding of cloud security and familiarity with security tools and processes
• Some experience with PowerShell/Python
• Prior experience with security policy, standards, and controls definition
• Experience with the following: Log management platforms, Cloud computing technologies, Enterprise Vulnerability Management Platforms, Endpoint Security suites, Data Loss Prevention Software and system hardening.
• Strong knowledge of current and emerging cyber security risks, and innovative risk management methods and solutions
• Demonstrated knowledge of industry authoritative sources such as NIST, SOC2, ISO and COBIT standards
• Ability to identify, monitor and remediate security compliance issues
• Mastery of Windows and Linux Operating systems
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure
• Cross-cultural competency; ability to work with a diverse, global team

Other:

• Authorization to work in Nigeria
• The duties stated are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required. Other related duties may be assigned within scope of ability.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.