Python Job: Data Analytics - InfoSec (637)

Job details

Location: Birmingham, Cambridge, Edinburgh, Glasgow, London, Manchester, Reading

Capability: International

Experience Level: Manager

Type: Full Time

Service Line: International supprt

Contract type: Permanent

Job description

Role Summary

Provide a brief description and purpose of the role. Include the impact of performing these responsibilities on KPMGI goals and objectives

KPMG’s GISG Managed Security Services (MSS) helps defend KPMG Member Firms from cyber-attack, through timely detection, investigation, and remediation of potential threats.

The purpose of the Information Security Engineer (Data Analytics) role is to champion Data Analytics in the delivery of technical projects, systems, and services for MSS to transform the data we ingest into useable knowledge that can be acted upon. The Information Security Engineer (Data Analytics) will be responsible for data quality, integration, processing, analysis, modelling and visualization across SIEM and other monitoring platforms including Microsoft Azure Sentinel and Microsoft 365 Defender security suite. The Information Security Engineer will be part of a team working in a fast-paced environment driving performance, reliability and supporting the platforms delivering MSS services.

The successful candidate for this role will have strong data analysis skills, experience with integrating data from multiple technology sources, solid communication skills and a desire to tackle the complex problems of scale which are unique to a SOC.

• Work with large data sets from diverse sources
• Extract meaning and knowledge that can be acted upon
• Develop data visualization and reporting capabilities
• Maintain a good working knowledge of current and future trends in data science
• Deliver an excellent customer service
• Ensure leadership are aware of all issues in a timely manner
• Ensure work is completed to a high quality

“Everyone a Leader” Competencies

Whilst it is expected that colleagues will be able to demonstrate competence in all areas if the Everyone a Leader Framework some roles require greater demonstrability in particular competencies. Please list those that without, the job would be difficult to perform at a fully competent level.

• Apply a strategic perspective: Uses diverse sets of inputs to develop a broad perspective on business and people issues
• Build collaborative relationships: Connects with individuals, teams and organizations to build lasting, collaborative relationships that enable global, firm-wide growth
• Foster innovation: Embraces a culture of innovation and experimentation to create value
• Drive quality: Delivers high-quality products and exceptional service that provide value and exceed client expectations
• Develop and motivate others: Engages teams, instils confidence, and coaches people to find meaning in their work and achieve exceptional results
• Champion inclusion: Creates an environment in which all people feel like they belong
• Drive quality: Delivers high-quality products and exceptional service that provide value and exceed client expectations
• Advance an ethical environment: Takes personal responsibility for the ethical environment of the firm and encourages others to do the same
• Apply a strategic perspective: Uses diverse sets of inputs to develop a broad perspective on business and people issues
• Make sound decisions: Exercises sound ethical and business judgment when making decisions
• Foster innovation: Embraces a culture of innovation and experimentation to create value
• Demonstrate self-awareness: Focuses on self-development and continuous learning, using insight to build capability and confidence
• Build collaborative relationships: Connects with individuals, teams and organizations to build lasting, collaborative relationships that enable global, firm-wide growth
• Develop and motivate others: Engages teams, instils confidence, and coaches’ people to find meaning in their work and achieve exceptional results

Technical Skills & Qualifications

Indicate the mandatory qualifications and technical skills required to perform the job at a fully competent level. Note: the qualifications and technical skills must be critical to the effective performance of the job and without which the job would be difficult to perform at a fully competent level.

• Solid knowledge and experience with a SIEM technology
• Solid knowledge and experience with Query Languages preferably KQL
• Solid knowledge and experience with R or Python and other scripting languages including PowerShell
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Information Technology or a numerate subject) or equivalent experience.
• Excellent written and oral communications
• Experience working with vendors and various solution providers
• Demonstrated ability to document processes and procedures
• Experience with Data Analytics/ Data science in a SOC environment
• Solid knowledge and experience with industry recognized SIEM solutions preferably with Azure Sentinel
• Knowledge of MS Azure & O365 Solutions preferable