Security Shift Analyst

Overview

Security Shift Analyst responsible for detection and response to potential security incidents across Smith & Nephew's network, systems and applications, including technical analysis, incident management, communications and reporting. Reports to the Global SOC Manager.

What you'll do

• Execute alert and incident response activities following standard runbooks and processes, including initial triage and analysis, recording incidents with all relevant details to high standards, and documenting all containment and response actions (70%).
• Utilise Smith+Nephew technology platforms and security tools to conduct investigations such as threat hunting or other proactive investigations outside the incident process (10%).
• Write comprehensive reports including assessment-based findings, outcomes, and propositions for enhancements such as new detection plays, new runbooks or playbooks, process improvements, or tuning detection rules (10%).
• Mentor and coach other team members, sharing skills and experience to enable higher levels of performance (5%).
• Provide technical subject matter expertise to projects and initiatives aimed at improving the capability and maturity of Smith & Nephew information security practices (5%).

What you'll need

• At least 4+ years of experience in a relevant Information Security role.
• Experience working hands-on with SIEM and EDR/XDR technologies.
• Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK, network models (OSI and TCP/IP), Windows and Linux OS logs, AWS and Azure cloud logs, web technologies and protocols.
• Competencies: MITRE ATT&CK/D3FEND, NIST CSFv2, NIST SP800-61r2, SIEM/EDR/XDR, threat intelligence tools, ITSM tools, AWS/Azure cloud security, API security, AI security concepts (NIST AI RMF), ITIL methodology, excellent written and oral communication, ability to work independently.

Nice to have

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related subject.
• Relevant entry- or mid-level security certifications.

Details

• Location: Pune (Maharashtra), India.
• Working hours: Monday to Friday, US business hours (6 PM - 3 AM IST).
• Hybrid work model (for most professional roles).
• Job-specific training will be provided.