Job Description
Company Description
Arista Networks is an industry leader in Cognitive Cloud Networking for mission critical data center and campus environments. Our award winning open source platforms change the way that organizations build, deploy and operate next generation networks.
A lot of companies pay lip service to company values. At Arista, we take them seriously. We believe that adherence to our core values is not only the right thing to do, but also the most reliable path to business success. We value doing the right thing for our customers and employees. We value decentralized control; empowering employees to do the right thing and make great decisions. And finally, we believe each person has a unique contribution to make. These guiding principles inform every aspect of our business.
Job Description
We are seeking a motivated Security Analyst to join our Security Operations Center (SOC) team. As part of the initial defense for the organisation, you will monitor security alerts, investigate potential threats, and support incident response efforts. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to grow in the cybersecurity field and gain experience in a variety of technologies.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor security alerts from various sources (SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, etc.) and escalate as necessary.
Conduct initial triage, analysis, and classification of security incidents.
Document findings and assist in incident investigations.
Follow established incident response procedures and escalate to senior analysts as needed
Perform threat intelligence gathering to enhance security monitoring capabilities.
Create, maintain and review documentation for processes and procedures.
Help to draft runbooks and playbooks for various types of incidents that are seen
Support vulnerability management by identifying potential security weaknesses across the enterprise.
Stay up to date on emerging threats and cybersecurity trends.
Collaborate with various teams to ensure a timely resolution to any security incidents – providing guidance and recommendations as necessary
Project work which may include proof-of-concepts (PoCs) for new tools and improvements to existing technologies.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or Computer Science or related field
Preferable: 3+ years relevant experience
Technical Skills:
Understanding of security concepts, network protocols etc
Strong understanding of both macOS and windows operating systems
Familiarity with SIEM tools & logging platforms, firewalls, antivirus, and EDR solutions.
SIEM & SOAR administration experience is desirable although not essential.
Basic knowledge of scripting (Python, PowerShell) is a plus.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Certifications: CompTIA Security+, CySA+, BTL1, GCIH or similar.
This role will be based in our Sydney office and as such the successful candidate will need to demonstrate an ability to work individually as well as part of the wider team. This role will be required to potentially work in multiple timezones as the team is based in various locations, as such a degree of flexibility will be required and provided.
Additional Information
Benefits
Global company and market leader
Fantastic workplace culture
Central CBD location with flexible working arrangements
Great career prospects
Excellent facilities with modern tools of the trade
Breakout areas/free coffees at local cafe/table tennis/foosball/regular team events
Australian work Rights
Only candidates with Australian Citizenship, Australian Permanent Residency or otherwise a demonstrable legal entitlement to work in Australia for the duration of employment, will be considered for roles in Australia. Please review open roles in other geographical regions of Arista if you have complementary skills.
Arista Networks is an industry leader in Cognitive Cloud Networking for mission critical data center and campus environments. Our award winning open source platforms change the way that organizations build, deploy and operate next generation networks.
A lot of companies pay lip service to company values. At Arista, we take them seriously. We believe that adherence to our core values is not only the right thing to do, but also the most reliable path to business success. We value doing the right thing for our customers and employees. We value decentralized control; empowering employees to do the right thing and make great decisions. And finally, we believe each person has a unique contribution to make. These guiding principles inform every aspect of our business.
Job Description
We are seeking a motivated Security Analyst to join our Security Operations Center (SOC) team. As part of the initial defense for the organisation, you will monitor security alerts, investigate potential threats, and support incident response efforts. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to grow in the cybersecurity field and gain experience in a variety of technologies.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor security alerts from various sources (SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, etc.) and escalate as necessary.
Conduct initial triage, analysis, and classification of security incidents.
Document findings and assist in incident investigations.
Follow established incident response procedures and escalate to senior analysts as needed
Perform threat intelligence gathering to enhance security monitoring capabilities.
Create, maintain and review documentation for processes and procedures.
Help to draft runbooks and playbooks for various types of incidents that are seen
Support vulnerability management by identifying potential security weaknesses across the enterprise.
Stay up to date on emerging threats and cybersecurity trends.
Collaborate with various teams to ensure a timely resolution to any security incidents – providing guidance and recommendations as necessary
Project work which may include proof-of-concepts (PoCs) for new tools and improvements to existing technologies.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or Computer Science or related field
Preferable: 3+ years relevant experience
Technical Skills:
Understanding of security concepts, network protocols etc
Strong understanding of both macOS and windows operating systems
Familiarity with SIEM tools & logging platforms, firewalls, antivirus, and EDR solutions.
SIEM & SOAR administration experience is desirable although not essential.
Basic knowledge of scripting (Python, PowerShell) is a plus.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Certifications: CompTIA Security+, CySA+, BTL1, GCIH or similar.
This role will be based in our Sydney office and as such the successful candidate will need to demonstrate an ability to work individually as well as part of the wider team. This role will be required to potentially work in multiple timezones as the team is based in various locations, as such a degree of flexibility will be required and provided.
Additional Information
Benefits
Global company and market leader
Fantastic workplace culture
Central CBD location with flexible working arrangements
Great career prospects
Excellent facilities with modern tools of the trade
Breakout areas/free coffees at local cafe/table tennis/foosball/regular team events
Australian work Rights
Only candidates with Australian Citizenship, Australian Permanent Residency or otherwise a demonstrable legal entitlement to work in Australia for the duration of employment, will be considered for roles in Australia. Please review open roles in other geographical regions of Arista if you have complementary skills.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The IT Security Analyst position is now open for candidates interested in the IT Engineer & Developer Jobs sector. This role in Sydney offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in IT Engineer & Developer Jobs is a plus.
