Your key responsibilities

As a Senior Cybersecurity Operations specialist, you will monitor and protect against intrusions and breaches, prioritize and respond to security threats, and maintain operational excellence in our security systems. You will:

• Develop and execute robust security protocols

• Continuously improve our cybersecurity processes

• Evaluate and mature enterprise-wide cyber defense controls

• Expect to be challenged with complex problems and to learn from the best in the industry. This role may require travel and will be based at [Location], with the possibility of remote work arrangements.

• Lead advanced threat analysis and manage incident escalation processes to elevate critical security issues.

• Utilize Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platforms and Security Orchestration and Automation (SOAR) to identify and thwart potential threats.

• Engage in comprehensive malware analysis and conduct forensic investigations to enhance threat intelligence.

• Prioritize incidents and ensure effective execution of playbooks for streamlined response operations.

• Conduct detailed log analysis and network traffic analysis to detect and respond to security anomalies.

• Coordinate closely with our endpoint detection and response teams to ensure robust protective measures.

• Implement and manage escalation procedures to safeguard sensitive and critical data assets.

• Advocate and implement security best practices across the organization to ensure the highest levels of protection.

• Lead incident triage and coordinate response efforts for high-stakes incidents.

• Conduct proactive threat hunting and deep forensic analysis to mitigate Advanced Persistent Threats (APT).

• Perform root cause analysis to derive actionable insights from security incidents.

• Profile threat actors for enhanced understanding and strategic response to emerging threats.

• Drive advanced configurations and improvement of SIEM systems for optimal efficacy.

• Oversee security architecture reviews to identify and address potential vulnerabilities.

Skills and attributes for success

To thrive in this role, you should have a strong foundation in cybersecurity principles and be able to make informed decisions based on broad policies and your own expertise. You will need:

• Experience in contributing to project delivery and meeting targets

• Ability to coordinate junior colleagues and team members

• Proficiency in tracking deliverables and project status

• Effective Communication: Demonstrated ability to communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing, during interactions with clients, senior leadership, technical teams, support staff, vendors, and business partners.

• Client Engagement: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to listen, understand, and respond to clients' needs effectively.

• Risk Management: Ability to identify when to escalate risks, issues, and opportunities for enhanced service delivery to the appropriate client and EY leadership.

• Quality and Precision: Proven capability to create and deliver high-quality work products, including client reports and presentations, while adhering to service quality standards and program management requirements.

• Collaborative Teamwork: Competence in working collaboratively in cross-functional, culturally diverse teams, including those that are geographically dispersed.

• Analytical and Critical Thinking: Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the adeptness to process complex information and present it clearly and understandably.

• Proactive Learning: A proactive mindset with a strong interest in staying current with the latest cyber threats and trends, continuously seeking to expand knowledge and expertise in the field.