LD&D Consulting is a specialist management and recruitment consulting firm that specializes in turning key projects into success by working collaboratively with clients and key stakeholders. Our specialist project management team consists of seasoned and well experienced consultants across various industries.
Job Summary
- We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Sophos Specialist to join our IT Security team.
- The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and maintaining Sophos security solutions, ensuring the protection of our network, data, and endpoints.
- The Sophos Specialist will play a critical role in implementing, configuring, and optimizing Sophos products to meet our security requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Implementation and Configuration: Deploy and configure Sophos security solutions, including endpoint protection, firewalls, encryption, and mobile security.
- Monitoring and Maintenance: Continuously monitor security systems for threats and vulnerabilities, ensuring systems are updated and patched.
- Incident Response: Respond to security incidents, conduct investigations, and implement corrective measures to prevent future occurrences.
- Policy Development: Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and guidelines in line with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
- Training and Support: Provide training and support to IT staff and end-users on the use and management of Sophos security products.
- Reporting: Generate and analyze security reports, providing insights and recommendations to management on security posture and improvements.
- Collaboration: Work closely with other IT and security team members to ensure a cohesive approach to security across the organization.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Relevant certifications in information security are a plus.
- Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in IT security with a focus on Sophos products.
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in deploying and managing Sophos Endpoint Protection, Intercept X, XG Firewall, Sophos Central, and other Sophos solutions.
- Strong understanding of network security principles and practices.
- Experience with security incident response and investigation.
- Familiarity with other security solutions and tools.
- Certifications: Certifications such as Sophos Certified Engineer, Sophos Certified Architect, or other relevant security certifications are highly desirable.
- Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with security frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, or CIS.
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements (GDPR, HIPAA, etc.).
- Experience in conducting security audits and risk assessments.
- Familiarity with other cybersecurity solutions and vendors.
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