Cybersecurity Analyst

As a Cybersecurity Analyst you will be Assisting the response of cybersecurity, policy and privacy related events and incidents. Working alongside the Cyber Defense team you'll have the opportunity to investigate complex incidents from initial alert through to full remediation. In addition to having impact on a great team, you'll also discover the career opportunities you'd expect from an industry leader. Primary Responsibilities of the Cyber Security Analyst:

• Strong ability to collaborate, delegate tasks and drive deadline compliance in a highly regulated, time sensitive environment
• Triage, escalation, and assisting the response of cybersecurity, policy and privacy related events and incidents
• Manage containment and remediation efforts of affected assets, IOCs, and TTPs
• Integrate and collaborate with other subject matter experts throughout the organization
• Liaison with Cyber Defense, Privacy, Compliance, Legal, and Architecture teams
• Perform host-based digital forensics on Microsoft Windows systems primarily and other operating systems and document findings in clear and concise language
• Analysis of network data (packets, logs) and endpoint data (logs, malicious artifacts) in both structured and unstructured methods
• Preserve evidence (both network and host) using forensically sound methods
• Identify deficiencies in processes and tools, recommend security controls and/or corrective actions for mitigating technical and business risk
• Integrate and collaborate with other subject matter experts throughout the organisation
You will be rewarded and recognised for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role, as well as providing development for other roles you may be interested in.


• Bsc in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cyber Security, Forensics and/or equivalent work experience
• Certification in cybersecurity (e.g. Security+, CCNA Cyber Ops, BTL1 and/or BTL2, GCIH, CEH, CySA+, OSCP, CISSP, CCSP etc.)
• Previous experience in Security or Cyber Security experience in any of the following areas:
o Incident Response & Digital Forensics o Data Protection\Governance o Cybersecurity Detection Engineering and Threat Hunting o Vulnerability Management
• Experience analyzing attack vectors, current threats, and security remediation strategies
• Experience with SIEM technologies, EDR technologies, and/or Asset isolation tool
• Experience with cloud environment
• Networking experience (including the OSI Model, TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, SMTP), System Administration, and Security Architecture
• Knowledge of Volatility, Rekall and/or Mandiant Redline
• Knowledge of Chain of Custody process and procedures
• Knowledge of ISO27001/27017, Cyber Essentials, GDPR
Please note you must currently be eligible to work and remain indefinitely without any restrictions in the country to which you are making an application. Proof will be required to support your application.

Optum is a global organisation that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together., As a Fortune 5 business, we're one of the world's leading healthcare companies. There are no limits here on the resources you'll have or the challenges you'll encounter. We have been supporting global healthcare systems from Ireland and the UK for more than 20 years, building a dynamic and diverse team of more than 2,100 talented individuals. With a continued record of growth and stability, we're on the constant lookout for fresh talent to join our expanding teams.