Cyber Security Testing Analyst London, England
Job description
Job Title: Cyber Security Tester
Location: London / Frankfurt (secondary)
DWS Group (DWS) is one of the world's leading asset managers with EUR 833bn of assets under management (as of 30 September 2022). Building on more than 60 years of experience, it has a reputation for excellence in Germany, Europe, the Americas and Asia. DWS is recognised by clients globally as a trusted source for integrated investment solutions, stability and innovation across a full spectrum of investment disciplines.
We offer individuals and institutions access to our strong investment capabilities across all major asset classes and solutions aligned to growth trends. Our diverse expertise in Active, Passive and Alternatives asset management – as well as our deep environmental, social and governance focus – complement each other when creating targeted solutions for our clients. Our expertise and on-the-ground-knowledge of our economists, research analysts and investment professionals are brought together in one consistent global CIO View, which guides our investment approach strategically.
DWS is transforming and growing its internal information and cyber security team. If you are interested in working with a dynamic and collaborative team responsible for enabling modern and secure applications in cloud environments, this may be the perfect opportunity for you. As a Network Security Engineer wihin the Security Engineering and Architecture team, you will be responsible for designing and overseeing network security to ensure cyber risk is evaluated and addressed accordingly.
What we’ll offer you:
A healthy, engaged and well-supported workforce are better equipped to do their best work and, more importantly, enjoy their lives inside and outside the workplace. That’s why we are committed to providing an environment with your development and wellbeing at its centre. You can expect:
Competitive salary and non-contributory pension
30 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional days
Life Assurance and Private Healthcare for you and your family
A range of flexible benefits including Retail Discounts, a Bike4Work scheme and Gym benefits
The opportunity to support a wide-ranging CSR programme + 2 days’ volunteering leave per year
Your key responsibilities:
Conduct vulnerability assessment, pen testing and appropriately recording and sharing any findings
Support the development and maintenance of vulnerability management and pen testing services by providing advisory and tracking support for vulnerability remediation.
Review vulnerability management and pen testing plans/policies and update documents as needed
Review, analyze, validate, and report on vulnerability and pen testing results
Develop and disseminate operational and executive-level reports on vulnerability and pen testing results to stakeholders involved in remediating vulnerabilities
Work with stakeholders as necessary to develop vulnerability remediation strategies and track status
Identify areas for improvement and/or efficiencies including processes, tools, and templates
Research and assess new threats and security vulnerabilities
Support threat hunting services
Your skills and experience:
Technical background with experience of cyber security, network and operating systems
Understanding of vulnerability assessment and pen testing tools and techniques
Compiling security testing reports with the ability to work with stakeholders to determine real impact and probability of exploits being successful
Building relationships with stakeholders and communicating technical information to diverse audiences
Internal team engagement, working collaboratively, sharing knowledge and advising colleagues
Passion for security testing and continual development within this area
Relevant professional qualification such as OSCP, CISSP, CREST, CEH
How we’ll support you:
Training and development to help you excel in your career
Flexible working to assist you balance your personal priorities
Coaching and support from experts in your team
Our values define the working environment we strive to create – diverse, supportive and welcoming of different views. We embrace a culture reflecting a variety of perspectives, insights and backgrounds to drive innovation. We build talented and diverse teams to drive business results and encourage our people to develop to their full potential. Talk to us about flexible work arrangements and other initiatives we offer.
We promote good working relationships and encourage high standards of conduct and work performance. We welcome applications from talented people from all cultures, countries, races, genders, sexual orientations, disabilities, beliefs and generations and are committed to providing a working environment free from harassment, discrimination and retaliation.
