13 Security Monitoring jobs in Pakistan

As a Security Analyst, you play a critical role in protecting our organization from cyber threats. Your expertise in threat hunting, incident response, and vulnerability assessments ensures our digital infrastructure remain secure.

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• Monitor threats to an organization’s IT infrastructure.
•  Utilize and adhere to defined workflow and processes driving the response and mitigation efforts.
•  Collect relevant artifacts in support of incident response activities.
•  Conduct technical analysis on impacted systems to determine impact, scope, and recovery from active and potential cyber incidents.
• Work closely with IT teams to analyze logs and monitor dashboards.
• Escalate and investigate security incidents.
• Evaluate system weaknesses and recommend improvements.
• Strengthen our defenses against potential attacks.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent in work experience.
• Solid communication (Verbal, Written) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and provide guidance to new staff on the team.
• Microsoft Sentinel.
• Microsoft O365 Security – OCAS.

• You will have the freedom to unleash your creativity. Design intuitive interfaces, delightful interactions, and visually stunning experiences.
• Exposure to multiple functions and teams.
• A great opportunity to work closely on international projects and clients.
• we offer endless opportunities for continuous learning. Join us, and let’s grow together!

Some careers shine brighter than others.

If you’re looking for a career that will help you stand out, join HSBC and fulfill your potential. Whether you want a career that could take you to the top, or simply take you in an exciting new direction, HSBC offers opportunities, support, and rewards that will take you further.

HSBC is one of the largest banking and financial services organizations in the world, with operations in 64 countries and territories. We aim to be where the growth is, enabling businesses to thrive and economies to prosper, and, ultimately, helping people fulfill their hopes and realize their ambitions.

We are currently seeking an experienced professional to join our team as an IT Security Analyst.

In this role, you will:

1. Collaborate closely with global and regional teams across different functions regarding log monitoring strategy, operating model, implementation, and service delivery.
2. Perform process gap analysis, document findings as MSII, and drive closure.
3. Interact with project managers, business analysts, and developers, detailing business requirements and driving quality end-to-end automation in an agile manner.
4. Lead initiatives to improve adherence to IT service controls and key service management indicators.
5. Provide regular and timely updates to management on progress, highlighting key challenges that may require escalation.
6. Deliver log monitoring services in accordance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Performance Level Agreements (PLAs).
7. Prepare and share weekly/monthly performance reports with management and analyze trends.
8. Participate in internal and external security audits and assessments.
9. Work with key stakeholders to resolve queries/escalations, thereby improving customer satisfaction.

Network Department, Lahore Apply By Jan 5, 2025

We are looking for a skilled Information Security Analyst to protect our organization's information assets and maintain the integrity of our systems.

In this role, you will monitor network security, assess risks, and identify potential threats while conducting thorough incident response.

• A strong understanding of cyber-security tools, compliance regulations, and risk mitigation strategies is essential.
• The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent analytical abilities and a proactive mindset towards evolving security challenges.
• As this position does not involve managing a team, the emphasis is placed on individual contributions to securing the organization's digital landscape.
• Monitor network and system activities for potential security threats and breaches.
• Conduct risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities in our infrastructure and data.
• Implement security measures, including firewalls and intrusion detection systems, to safeguard sensitive information.
• Perform regular audits of security protocols and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Analyze security incidents to determine root causes and develop strategies for prevention.
• Utilize various security tools, including SIEM systems, to enhance threat detection capabilities.
• Execute penetration testing to evaluate the effectiveness of existing security measures.
• Collaborate with other teams to address security issues and implement best practices.
• Prepare detailed reports on security incidents and assessment findings for stakeholders.
• Stay updated on the latest security trends, vulnerabilities, and regulatory changes to improve the organization's security posture.

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Information Technology

Category: Computer Networking

Job Type: Full Time/Permanent (First Shift (Day))

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Information Security Analyst to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the security and integrity of the bank's infrastructure. This role involves identifying vulnerabilities, implementing security measures, and responding to security incidents. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cybersecurity, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

1. Monitor network traffic and systems for security breaches or intrusions.
2. Respond to and investigate security incidents, performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective measures.
3. Develop and maintain incident response protocols and procedures.

1. Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on infrastructure components.
2. Collaborate with IT teams to remediate identified vulnerabilities.
3. Keep abreast of the latest security vulnerabilities and threats.

1. Design and implement security solutions to protect infrastructure from cyber threats.
2. Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and best practices.
3. Ensure secure configuration and hardening of network devices, servers, and applications.

1. Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations (e.g., ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, NIST, GDPR, etc).
2. Perform risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
3. Maintain documentation of security policies, procedures, and incidents.

1. Work closely with IT, DevOps, and other departments to integrate security into infrastructure projects.
2. Provide security training and awareness programs for employees.
3. Communicate effectively with management and stakeholders regarding security issues and initiatives.

1. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
2. At least 4-5 years of experience in infrastructure security or a related role.
3. Strong understanding of network protocols, firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and SIEM solutions.
4. Proficiency in security tools such as Nessus, Metasploit, Wireshark, and other vulnerability management tools.
5. Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and securing virtual environments.
6. Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or similar are highly desirable.
7. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
8. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

1. Private Health Insurance
2. Training & Development

The Cloud & Information Security Analyst is primarily responsible for ensuring the security of our On-premises & Cloud-based infrastructure and Information Systems. The incumbent will play a critical role in identifying potential security risks, implementing measures to mitigate those risks, and maintaining compliance with industry regulations and best practices. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud infrastructure, information security, and risk management.

• Evaluate and assess the security posture of On-premises & cloud-based infrastructure, applications, and services.
• Assess and implement security tools & controls for Cloud platforms, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud to enhance the organization's security posture.
• Configure and monitor On-premises & cloud security tools and services, including firewalls, IAM (Identity and Access Management policies & permissions).
• Perform network administrative functions for WAN connectivity, International Sites and Multi-Homing Internet Gateways. Working with international and local carriers/ISPs for global peering and circuit installations.
• Create Policies, Custom-Categories, URL Filtering and add/remove URLs from local categories on Palo Alto (5050, 3020, 200, Panorama) and Cisco ASA (5510, 5515, 5525x, 5545x).
• Monitor network through Cacti and firewall. Manage Firewall, VPN and security profiles.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco and Dell Managed switch series.
• Develop, implement, and maintain information security policies, procedures, and standards.
• Maintain InfoSec records as per ISO 27001 standards.
• Lead & facilitate ISO ISMS 27001 (2013 & 2022) Information security assessments and audits (Internal & External).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prepare for audits, address security concerns, and provide recommendations.
• Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities.
• Stay up to date on emerging security threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices.
• Provide guidance and support to internal teams, and conduct security awareness training.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the organization's security posture through risk analysis and mitigation strategies.
• Monitor and analyze security alerts and events to identify and respond to security incidents.
• Document security incidents and their resolution for future reference.
• Manage M365 Infrastructure (Microsoft Admin Center, Intune) & Apps (SharePoint, OneDrive, Exchange, Teams).

• Must have CCNA, ideally CCNP | Fortinet NSE | Palo Alto PCNSA
• Must be well-versed with ISO 27001:2013 & ISO 27001:2022 Standards.
• Experience with regulatory compliance frameworks such as HIPAA, NIST, or GDPR, is a plus.
• Proven experience in cloud computing platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., SQL, PowerShell) for automation and orchestration is a plus.
• Must be energetic, motivated, and creative for project implementation and support.
• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Computer Science.
• 2+ years of experience in Leading Information Security Audits.
• 2-3+ years of experience in Cloud & On-premises Infrastructure, Network & System Administration.

Position Title: Junior Security Operations Centre (SOC) Analyst

Location: Lahore / Kharian

Position Type: Full-Time

About Us: ACE Money Transfer is a UK-based company headquartered in Manchester, United Kingdom. The company is an online remittance service provider for customers from the UK, Canada, Australia, and the European Union, including Switzerland. The company is a parent company in a group of companies with a diversified portfolio, including digital wallet services in the UK and real estate, advertising businesses, and software solutions in Pakistan.

Job Overview: As a Junior SOC Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the organization's cybersecurity efforts by actively participating in the monitoring, analysis, and response to security incidents. This entry-level position is designed for individuals passionate about cybersecurity, providing an opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a dynamic SOC environment.

Responsibilities:

• Security Monitoring: Actively monitor security alerts and incidents in real-time using security information and event management (SIEM) tools, intrusion detection systems, and other security technologies.
• Incident Detection and Analysis: Participate in the detection and analysis of security incidents by investigating alerts, logs, and patterns of abnormal behavior to identify potential threats.
• Incident Response Assistance: Assist in executing incident response procedures, including containment, eradication, and recovery activities, under the guidance of senior SOC analysts.
• Documentation: Contribute to the documentation of security incidents, investigations, and resolutions, ensuring accurate and comprehensive records are maintained for compliance and knowledge-sharing purposes.
• Continuous Learning: Actively engage in continuous learning by staying informed about the latest cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including network administrators, system administrators, and other cybersecurity professionals, to ensure a coordinated response to security incidents.
• Monitoring Efficiency: Work towards increasing efficiency in monitoring security alerts, reducing false positives, and improving incident detection capabilities.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles and concepts.
• Familiarity with security technologies, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and security methodologies.

Some careers shine brighter than others.

If you’re looking for a career that will help you stand out, join HSBC and fulfill your potential. Whether you want a career that could take you to the top, or simply take you in an exciting new direction, HSBC offers opportunities, support, and rewards that will take you further.

HSBC is one of the largest banking and financial services organisations in the world, with operations in 64 countries and territories. We aim to be where the growth is, enabling businesses to thrive and economies to prosper, and, ultimately, helping people to fulfill their hopes and realize their ambitions.

We are currently seeking an experienced professional to join our team in the role of Lead Analyst / Cyber Security SOC Lead.

In this role, you will:

1. Respond to alerts from across the entire global HSBC technology and information estate to quickly detect harmful behaviors and events, contain, mitigate, and remediate minor incidents, and coordinate with the Cybersecurity Incident Management and Response Team to effectively contain, mitigate, and remediate more serious events.
2. Support cybersecurity incidents through to eradication and contribute to the Post Incident Review process, providing detailed analysis on the root cause of incidents investigated, and producing findings and recommendations to improve controls.
3. Identify, develop, and implement new detections (Use cases) and mitigations (Playbooks) across security platforms.
4. Review and approve new Use Cases and Playbooks created by cybersecurity colleagues.
5. Continuously review the effectiveness of analysis playbooks, processes, and tooling.
6. Communicate new use cases (go-live, decommissioning, tuning) to cybersecurity operations teams, supporting the Cybersecurity Operations Manager to ensure teams are prepared and equipped.
7. Research emerging threats and vulnerabilities to aid in the identification of cyber incidents.
8. Apply structured analytical methodologies to maximize threat intelligence growth and service efficacy.
9. Support Crew Leads during shift handovers to ensure team readiness for ongoing incidents.
10. Assist in triaging potentially malicious events to determine severity and criticality.
11. Provide expert advice and technical leadership to the team, driving the evolution of hunting, monitoring, detection, analysis, and response capabilities.
12. Train, develop, mentor, and inspire cybersecurity colleagues in areas of expertise.
13. Collaborate with wider cybersecurity and IT teams to ensure technological capabilities are effective against current and future threats.
14. Identify processes for automation and orchestration to enhance operational efficiency.
15. Promote a culture of continuous improvement by identifying and addressing weaknesses in controls (people, process, technology).
16. Support engagement with HSBC Global Businesses and Functions to raise cybersecurity awareness and promote cybersecurity initiatives.

Senior Security Operations Centre (SOC) Analyst

Lahore / Kharian

Full-Time

ACE Money Transfer is a global Fintech company. ACE Money Transfer provides online remittance services to individuals in 28 countries across UK, Europe, Canada, and Australia, enabling them to send money across borders in over 100 countries.

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Security Operations Centre (SOC) Analyst to join our dynamic cybersecurity team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in information security, incident response, and threat detection. As a SOC Analyst, you will play a crucial role in monitoring, analysing, and responding to security incidents to safeguard our organization's assets and information.

1. Incident Monitoring and Response

• Monitor security alerts and events from various sources, including security information and event management (SIEM) systems.
• Investigate and respond to security incidents promptly and effectively.
• Conduct thorough analysis of security events and incidents to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities.

• Utilize advanced threat intelligence to proactively identify and mitigate potential security risks.
• Stay informed about the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices.
• Develop and implement detection rules and signatures to enhance threat detection capabilities.

• Collaborate with other IT and security teams to ensure the timely resolution of security incidents.
• Work closely with incident response teams to contain and eradicate security threats.
• Document and maintain incident response procedures and guidelines.

• Analyse security logs to identify patterns, trends, and anomalies.
• Generate regular reports on security incidents, trends, and analysis for management review.

• Assist in vulnerability assessments and penetration testing activities.
• Provide recommendations for remediation of identified vulnerabilities.

• Participate in regular security awareness training and continuous professional development.
• Contribute to the enhancement of SOC processes, procedures, and technologies.

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a SOC Analyst or in a similar cybersecurity role.
• In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity principles, technologies, and best practices.
• Hands-on experience with SIEM tools, intrusion detection systems, and other security technologies.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CompTIA Security+, or GIAC are highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

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Position Title: Junior Security Operations Centre (SOC) Analyst

Location: Lahore / Kharian

Position Type: Full-Time

About Us:
ACE Money Transfer is a UK-based company headquartered in Manchester, United Kingdom. The company is an online remittance service provider for customers from the UK, Canada, Australia, and the European Union, including Switzerland. The company is a parent company in a group of companies with a diversified portfolio, including digital wallet services in the UK and real estate, advertising businesses, and software solutions in Pakistan.

Job Overview:
As a Junior SOC Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the organization's cybersecurity efforts by actively participating in the monitoring, analysis, and response to security incidents. This entry-level position is designed for individuals passionate about cybersecurity, providing an opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a dynamic SOC environment.

Responsibilities:

1. Security Monitoring: Actively monitor security alerts and incidents in real-time using security information and event management (SIEM) tools, intrusion detection systems, and other security technologies.
2. Incident Detection and Analysis: Participate in the detection and analysis of security incidents by investigating alerts, logs, and patterns of abnormal behavior to identify potential threats.
3. Incident Response Assistance: Assist in executing incident response procedures, including containment, eradication, and recovery activities, under the guidance of senior SOC analysts.
4. Documentation: Contribute to the documentation of security incidents, investigations, and resolutions, ensuring accurate and comprehensive records are maintained for compliance and knowledge-sharing purposes.
5. Continuous Learning: Actively engage in continuous learning by staying informed about the latest cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices.
6. Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including network administrators, system administrators, and other cybersecurity professionals, to ensure a coordinated response to security incidents.
7. Monitoring Efficiency: Work towards increasing efficiency in monitoring security alerts, reducing false positives, and improving incident detection capabilities.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
2. Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles and concepts.
3. Familiarity with security technologies, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection.
4. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
5. Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
6. Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and security methodologies.

How to Apply:
If you are a dedicated cybersecurity professional with a passion for protecting digital assets and a desire to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience to .

ACE Money Transfer is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.