Sphera is a leading global provider of enterprise software and services that enables companies to manage and optimize their environmental, health, safety and sustainability. Our mission is to create a safer, more sustainable and productive world.
Sphera is a portfolio company of Blackstone, a U.S.-based alternative asset investment company that focuses on private equity, technology and innovation, and more. Blackstone businesses succeed through strong partnerships, a personalized approach and a commitment to exceptional performance with uncompromising integrity. Sphera and Blackstone are leaders in the Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) space.
We are guided by our core values of Customer Centricity, Accountability, Bias to Action, Innovation, and Collaboration. These values help us recruit the right talent to join our rapidly expanding team of around the globe. It is important to us that each and every Spherion is not only eager to challenge themselves and knows how to get work done but is an awesome addition to our company culture.
Information Security Engineer (India - Night Shift)
The Information Security Engineer (India - Night Shift) is responsible for day to day operations protecting Sphera’s computer systems and networks. This role reports to the Information Security Manager at Sphera.
Responsibilities:
- Perform full cycle incident investigation and response
- Assist in maintaining SOC tools, such as SIEM and NGAV/XDR
- Execute information security projects and initiatives, to enhance cybersecurity posture and mitigate risk
- Perform threat hunting and other proactive monitoring
- Automate security processes, tasks, and reports
- Support gathering core information security metrics
Skills Required
- Proficiency in common security tools, such as SIEM, NGAV/XDR, firewalls, and email security
- Ability to perform full cycle incident response
- Advanced understanding of security investigation procedures
- Advanced understanding of core information security concepts, especially endpoint security and network security
- Ability to assess and control for information security risks
- Ability to read and understand application/script code, as well as the ability to develop scripts and perform automation
- Ability to work outside of shift hours to participate in incident response, as required
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Ability to foster a collaborative relationship with colleagues
- Ability to prioritize tasks, projects, and other responsibilities
- Willingness to learn and grow skills
Type of Education Required
- Bachelor’s Degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or another related field
- Hold or willing to obtain industry recognized certification such as CISSP, CISA, CISM, etc.
Work Hours
17:30 to 02:30 IST
Sphera is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all colleagues.
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