IT Security Support Officer at DET Consulting Limited

Job Overview

• The IT Security Support Officer will be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of the organization’s IT systems and networks.
• This role involves monitoring, managing, and responding to security threats, implementing security protocols, and ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory standards.
• The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge in IT security tools, network monitoring, and endpoint protection, along with problem-solving skills to ensure a secure and resilient IT environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor network and system activity for security breaches or anomalies
• Respond to security incidents and escalate issues as needed
• Implement and maintain firewalls, antivirus, endpoint protection, and intrusion detection systems
• Manage user access controls, authentication, and permissions
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and risk analysis of IT infrastructure
• Maintain documentation of security incidents, resolutions, and system changes
• Collaborate with IT, operations, and compliance teams to enforce security policies
• Assist in audits, regulatory compliance checks, and security reporting
• Provide guidance and training to staff on cybersecurity best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CEH, CISSP (associate), or CISM are an advantage.

Technical Competencies:

• Knowledge of firewalls and VPNs
• Strong knowledge of Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Single Sign-On (SSO), and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
• Experience with security monitoring tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS)
• Expertise in network security and endpoint protection
• Knowledge of Active Directory and identity/access management
• Understanding of Windows Server and Office 365 security configurations
• Awareness of cloud security principles (Azure, AWS) is an advantage.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent documentation and reporting abilities
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• High level of attention to detail and professional integrity.