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IT Security Analyst

Are you a curious and passionate security analyst? Are your favourite games “Hacknet” and “TIS-100”? Would you like to work at a successful computer games company? Keep reading and learn how you can be part of a fun and hardworking team in a thrilling environment.

About the role

We are looking for a talented IT security analyst to join our small but dedicated IT team, currently consisting of four IT technicians, a systems engineer and our Head of IT. The goal for this role is to ensure that Paradox IT systems are protected from intrusions, malicious attacks and security vulnerabilities. Together with our application manager and systems engineer you will be responsible for the security of our systems. You will also be responsible for taking initiatives to elevate the knowledge of our staff and propose changes to our processes as well as be a permanent member of our security council. The role may also include leading internal security-related projects together with other departments based on their requests and established needs. In addition, you will liaise with our networking consultants to evaluate the latest IDS/IPS and threat management tools.

Responsibilities

• Monitor networks, applications and devices for security issues.
• Investigate security breaches and other cyber security incidents.
• Install security measures and operate software to protect systems and information infrastructure, including firewalls and data encryption programs.
• Identify, document and mitigate security breaches.
• Stay current on IT security trends and news.
• Develop company-wide best practices for IT security.
• Undertake and follow up on penetration testing.
• Help employees understand and adopt information security mindset.
• Research security enhancements and make recommendations.
• Stay up-to-date on information technology trends and security standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field or equivalent acquired knowledge
• Experience in information security or related field.
• Experience with computer network penetration testing and techniques.
• Understanding of firewalls, SIEM, antivirus, and IDS/IPS concepts and products.
• Ability to identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities
• Experience within physical security is meritable

As a person, you are inquisitive and able to grasp complex threat risks. We think you are pragmatic, goal-oriented and service-minded. You like helping people and are able to work well both in teams as well as independently. You are thorough and enjoy creating structure from chaos. Furthermore, you are able to take initiatives and take a proactive approach to ensuring our IT delivery is smooth and efficient.

Some of our benefits include:

If you think that this description matches you, we highly encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we will interview candidates continuously. If you don't match all the requirements, please demonstrate how your passion, attitude and interest in Paradox might compensate for this.

At Paradox Interactive we celebrate difference and care deeply about diversity and inclusion. We therefore encourage you, no matter who you are, to apply for this job if you think you’d be a great addition to our team.