Mandatory
- Comprehensive knowledge of the principles of computer and communications security including knowledge of TCP/IP networking, Windows and Linux operating systems
- Broad understanding of common network security threats and mitigation techniques
- Experience in the following:
- Security Information and Event Management products (SIEM) - e.g. ArcSight, Splunk
- Analysis of Network Based Intrusion Detection Systems (NIDS) events- e.g. SourceFire, Palo Alto Network Threat

Skill, Knowledge & Experience:
Prevention
- Log analysis from a variety of sources (e.g. Firewalls,
Proxies, Routers, DNS and other security appliances)
- Network traffic capture analysis using Wireshark
- Logical approach to analysis and ability to perform structured
security investigations using large, complex data sets
- Good written and spoken communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team


Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 10 weeks.

LA International Computer Consultants Ltd is an HMG Approved Consultancy and operates as an IT & Engineering Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency, depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, we welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds.

Award Winning LA International Computer Consultants Ltd (Recruiter Awards for Excellence - Best IT, Best Public Sector & Gold Awards) and the most prestigious award, that any business can receive, won in consecutive years, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade;