Jr. Security Analyst

You support the Head of the Security Operations Center to manage the SOC and will play a pivotal role in improving the SOC capabilities and alignment with the different Operational Companies. In your role, you will ensure that the KPI’s are defined and measured to ensure that the performance of the SOC can be monitored, improved and reported.

Your key responsibilities

• Create periodic dashboards & reports to:
  • Measure SOC performance
  • Monitor Pon security perimeter
  • Provide a periodic (monthly) integrated dashboard for OpCo's that can be used to discuss with Security managers and local IT.
• Fulfill the role of Security Case Handler (1st line) - this will be a rotating role with the other team members of the SOC.
• Work closely with the Security Incident Process owner to:
  • Identify & implement improvements such as automation of tickets.
  • Align processes with third parties and other relevant stakeholders.
• Provide solicited or unsolicited advice.

For the SOC you are responsible for:

• Maintaining SOC service catalog
• Communicating updates of the service catalog to Opco's
• Proactively organizing periodic meetings with Opco's & ISM to discuss:
  • Major risks from the periodic integrated dashboard + follow-up
  • Opportunities for improvements
• Maintain overview of SOC services, risks & Opco’s/Business Groups.

• Continuous improvement of the SOC.
• Product lifecycle management - Have a leading role with the SOC process owners to ensure that products are extended timely and (new) capabilities are explored.
• Next to your role in the SOC you will fulfill the 1st line as a security manager for Pon Captives.

Wat vragen we van jou

Knowledge & Skills: The person for this role should have an HBO+ / academic background, with 3 years of professional experience in the field of IT Security, Risk and/or Compliance. They should be able to work both independently and within a Team with a proactive "can-do" mentality and be able to enthuse colleagues at all layers of the organization to improve Security. Preferably have an entry-level certification in IT Security e.g. CompTIA Security+, GIAC Information Security Fundamentals, (ISC)² SSCP.

Problem Solving: As a Jr. Security (SOC) analyst you are dealing with opposing interests and you know how to translate this into daily practices. You know how to make the right analysis and convey them to the different stakeholders, without losing the bigger picture out of sight.

Interactions / Interpersonal Skills: They should be able to build bridges, between the SOC, Information Security managers, IT business partners at our Operational Companies. Furthermore, they should be able to train, coach, and supervise IT colleagues so good communication and presentation skills are required.

Must haves (minimal requirements to perform the role)

• Minimal Bachelor degree
• Min of 3 years of professional experience within IT Security, Risk and/or Compliance
• Preferably an entry-level certification in IT Security e.g. CompTIA Security+, GIAC Information Security Fundamentals, (ISC)² SSCP

Wat bieden wij

You will become a member of a growing team with ambitious colleagues that are open for innovative ideas and knowledge sharing within a dynamic company. Furthermore, we offer:

• A competitive salary
• A performance bonus of up to 8%
• A pass from ‘Shuttel’
• A cell phone and laptop
• 20 vacation days per year based on full-time employment
• An ‘individual choice budget’, consisting of:
  • 8% holiday allowance
  • 13 extra-statutory leave days
  • €300 gross employer contribution ONVZ (if applicable)
  • €600 gross employer contribution private lease on an annual basis
• A good pension scheme from Pon
• The opportunity to influence your working hours, travel time, and workplace through "Smart Working"
• The possibility to work on your development through our summer and winter labs, as well as through training and various courses
• Participation in Pon Fit activities, such as boot camps, running events, golf clinics, hockey, etc.
• The possibility to make use of the collective health insurance (ONVZ) with a discount
• Staff discount on Pon's own products and services with a maximum of €500 per year

Over de organisatie

Pon is an international trade and service organization with almost 16,000 employees spread over 112 companies in 34 countries and one of the largest family businesses in the Netherlands.

Information technology is becoming increasingly important to Pon. Pon IT’s vision is to create a highly dynamic environment where people and their commitment and talent determine the correct use of information & technology, making our companies even more successful.

Partly due to the digitization of our business, information security is of great importance. At Pon, it is our mission to provide all our products and services with the necessary security measures. In the unlikely event that something goes wrong, we will respond quickly and adequately.

Pon IT works for various Pon companies and provides expertise and services in the areas of cloud, network, collaboration, data analytics, information security, and user support. Our ambition is to deliver a portfolio of digital services that enable our customers to innovate and make a difference for their customers. Our focus is to automate our processes where possible, which benefits the speed of our services.

Overige informatie

Application procedure:

• You will have two or three interviews with colleagues
• During these interviews, we will discuss 1 or 2 cases.
• After the interviews, you will discuss the employment conditions with HR

Applying for a Certificate of Good Behavior (VOG) is an integral part of our employment procedure. We apply for the VOG for you in the digital environment of the government Justis.

Do you have questions about the position or the expectations? Please contact Jos Geskus: jos.geskus@pon.com