1st Line Cyber Security Analyst

Job description

1st Line Cyber Security Analyst

Airbus DS Corsham (ex Cassidian)

As the European specialist in cyber security, the mission of Airbus' CyberSecurity business is to protect governments, companies and critical infrastructures from cyber threats. Its trusted, high performance security products and services are able to detect, analyse and counter the most advanced cyber attacks.

Airbus is a global leader in aeronautics, space and related services. In 2016, it generated revenues of € 67 billion and employed a workforce of around 134,000. Airbus offers the most comprehensive range of passenger airliners from 100 to more than 600 seats. Airbus is also a European leader providing tanker, combat, transport and mission aircraft, as well as Europe's number one space enterprise and the world's second largest space business. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions worldwide.

Our people work with passion and determination to make the world a more connected, safer and smarter place. Taking pride in our work, we draw on each other's expertise and experience to achieve excellence. Our diversity and teamwork culture propel us to accomplish the extraordinary - on the ground, in the sky and in space.

Description of the job

A vacancy for a 1st Line Cyber Security Analyst has arisen within Airbus CyberSecurity in Corsham, Wilts.

Desired profile

Tasks & accountabilities

Your main tasks and responsibilities will include:

·  Performing initial triage/identification of 'Events of Interest' using the toolset of the Security Operation Centre (SOC)
·  Escalating all 'Events of Interest' to a 2nd Line Security Analyst
·  Ensuring that all incidents, alerts and exceptions are responded to in accordance with established procedure
·  Being responsible for SOC work instructions, ensuring they are reviewed and amended
·  Maintaining currency in security concepts, tools and best practices

Required skills

You have the following skills and experience:

·  Secondary education and/or a strong interest in IT
·  Knowledge of the fundamentals of TCP/IP and ITIL
·  Ability to write professional reports to key stakeholders
·  Good time management skills and ability to work in a team
·  Fluent in English

The following elements would be a plus:

·  You hold one of the following certifications or would be capable of holding one: SANS SEC401 Security Essentials, Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT), CompTIA Security, CompTIA Network
·  Knowledge of Wireshark Packet Analysis

You should be able to work shifts.

This position will require a security clearance or will require being eligible for clearance by recognized authorities.