Security Specialist (Offensive) - Security Operations
Security Specialist (Offensive) - Security Operations
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ASOS is recruiting for an Offensive Security Specialist within the SOC. This role will report into the SOC and IR Manager. This role will be key to leading offensive security assessments that strengthens defence capabilities for ASOS. Working closely with the cyber teams youll identify security weaknesses validate detection mechanisms and provide actionable recommendations to enhance our security posture. Youll will contribute to the SOC teams continuous validation and improvement in security controls and detection capabilities.
The role will involve the following
- Threat Hunting Proactively searching for signs of malicious activity within the network identifying threats that might go undetected by automated systems.
- Penetration Testing Simulating realworld attacks to test the effectiveness of security controls and identify weaknesses.
- Red Teaming Engaging in adversarial simulations to assess the organisations overall security posture and identify areas for improvement.
- Collaboration with Defensive Teams Working closely with defensive security teams to share insights improve detection capabilities and enhance incident response processes.
- Developing Offensive Security Strategies Designing and implementing strategies to proactively identify and mitigate security risks.
- Endpoint monitoring contribute to incidents through to resolution and root cause analysis.
- Malware Analysis and investigation.
- Contribute to processes and SOPS.
- Developing and mentoring junior team members to improve their skills and capabilities along with wider knowledge transfer to other security and nonsecurity teams to help build a culture of cyber security in departments.
- Maintain awareness of realworld cyber security threats and engage in the innovation of new analytic methods for proactively detecting threats.
- Available for oncall Rota for escalated Security Incidents
OnCall Requirements
- The role includes oncall duties on a 4week rota basis. You will be required to be available for oncall shifts ensuring prompt response to emergencies and urgent situations.
- Flexibility and reliability are essential for this aspect of the role.
Qualifications :
About You
- Practical experience in ethical hacking penetration testing and red team methodologies
- Familiar with industryrecognized frameworks for threat simulation and defence
- Able to communicate technical findings and remediation strategies clearly to both technical and nontechnical audiences
- Skilled in producing accurate and wellstructured reports and presentations
- Strong problemsolving and analytical skills with a proactive and collaborative mindset
- Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders
- Experience contributing to threat detection efforts including identifying malicious activity and finetuning detection logic
- Comfortable working with modern security tools and enterprise environments
- Committed to continuous learning and passionate about mentoring and developing others
Additional Information :
BeneFITS
- Employee discount (hello ASOS discount!)
- ASOS Develops (personal development opportunities across the business)
- Employee sample sales
- Access to a huge range of LinkedIn learning materials
- 25 days paid annual leave an extra celebration day for a special moment
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- Private medical care scheme
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
