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As financial industry experts at the center of markets and technology, we help our clients efficiently scale their business and quickly access markets. From infrastructure to connectivity, we support our clients through the full trading lifecycle. We are a global company headquartered in New York, with offices in Chicago, London, Singapore, Hong Kong and Tokyo.\n We are seeking a highly motivated Information Security Analyst to join our security operations team in Hyderabad. The successful candidate will be responsible for the daily monitoring and analysis of security events across a variety of systems, including email, SIEM, antivirus, IDS, and other security tools. You will play a key role in detecting and mitigating potential threats in a global environment, as well as staying up to date with emerging security vulnerabilities and trends.\nThe Information Security Analyst is responsible for understanding and providing appropriate surveillance for the critical cyber threats to Pico’s Information Systems. The Information Security Analyst will participate in the development and implementation of security policies and procedures, leverage Network Monitoring, Logging and Security Incident Event Management (SIEM) systems to produce alerts, audit data and reporting to detect suspicious activity and will analyze the threat data to help the Information Security team to determine what response is appropriate. This role is best suited for candidates who enjoy and have experience with computer, server, and network peripheral information security as well as candidates who excel at thinking critically to find ways to resolve security challenges. The position is focused on implementing and improving technology and procedures related to vulnerability management, device hardening and cyber security incident response. Looking for a self-starter with strong technical skills in the field.\nResponsibilities and duties (include but not limited to)\nMonitoring, investigation and reporting of security incidents. Member and support of the Information Security Response Team\nCoordinate and perform internal as well as external penetration tests, application as well as network vulnerability assessment scans, and security risk assessment reviews.\nAbility to develop and analyze processes. Identify as well as detail information risk, governance and compliance concepts and principles. Monitor, evaluate, and advise on information security issues related to systems, data, network, and workflow to ensure security controls are appropriate and operating as intended.\nIdentify potential security threats and vulnerabilities by staying current with emerging threats, attack vectors, and exploitation methods.\nAnalyze identified threats or vulnerabilities and assess the associated risk based on the current threat landscape (analysis of CVE’s and threat related feeds and information)\nCollaborate with the Incident Response team to address security incidents, performing triage, containment, and post-incident analysis\nAssist in the creation of security reports and documentation, supporting audit activities and compliance requirements.\nWork with a set of guidelines to help identify critical event data for additional analysis and escalation as appropriate\nAssist in the implementation and ongoing support of security systems.\nWork closely with IT and security teams to ensure proper integration and operation of security tools and technologies.\nAlways observes all organizational procedures from a security risk perspective. Reports security risk concerns to appropriate leadership as defined in the incident response plan.\nLiaise with internal team members and external vendors in a professional manner while performing professional services, and/or security assessment activities.\nPerforms other duties as assigned.\nAbility to multi-task and remain productive in a service-driven and results oriented environment.\nDemonstrated strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.\nWorking knowledge of application & infrastructure security solutions (Firewalls, Intrusion DetectionPrevention Systems, Network Security, Password Management, Data Encryption, Vulnerability Scanners, SIEM Systems, and Access Control)\nWorking knowledge of information security concepts, standards, and best practices.\nAssist with the design and implementation of disaster recovery and business continuity plans, procedures, audits, and enhancements\nDraft corrective action plans and coordinate remediation tasks.\nAssist in defining security requirements for information technology projects.\nInvestigate and document suspicious activity and reported security incidents.\nMonitor security advisories, trends, alerts, and vulnerabilities, and communicate accordingly with team managers and data owners.\nEducation, Skills and background (incl. Education and Experience Requirements)\n5+ years of experience in information security (network, application and systems) or related technology experience required, experience in the securities or financial services industry is preferred.\nStrong knowledge of technology and security controls related to the detection, analysis, containment, eradication, and recovery from cyber security incidents.\nExecute tasks or lead small projects as needed - Communicate and interact directly with other staff to ensure optimal individual and group performance\nKnowledge of Windows and Linux systems, Active Directory Architecture, EDR, data governance, vulnerability management, SIEM systems, and Information Security compliance and standards.\nStrong verbal and written communication skills with experience in documentation and familiarization of Standard Operating and other formal procedures\nServer and Network Device Security Hardening (routers, switches, firewalls, virtual environments are a plus)\nKnowledge of incident response processes and frameworks (e.g., NIST, MITRE ATT&CK).\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills.\nMust be self-directed with the ability to work with minimal oversight.\nAbility to work effectively in a global team environment and manage multiple tasks under pressure.\nSecurity certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or equivalent are preferred.\nTechnical writing experience with management level reports\nFamiliarity with threat intelligence platforms, vulnerability management, and risk assessment methodologies.\nFamiliarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automating security tasks is a plus.\nWorking Arrangements \nThis is a Hybrid position with weekly time in the office with the flexibility of working from home. Though travel may be required from time to time, it is not expected to be regular or frequent. The role holder will be expected to work whatever hours are necessary for the performance of this role (recognizing that it involves multiple jurisdictions/geographies including but not limited to EMEA, USA and APAC). \nIMPORTANT DATA PRIVACY INFORMATION: \nThis position is available with PICO TECHNOLOGY INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED . The controller of your personal data will be PICO TECHNOLOGY INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED\nFor further information on what personal data we collect, how we will process your personal data and your rights with respect to your personal data please read our Pico Job Candidate Privacy Notice, View Here.\nBe a part of Pico Family\nPico is an equal opportunity employer. Pico does not discriminate on the basis of a candidate's age, race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or other non-merit factors. 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