IT Security Specialist

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🔥 16 hours ago

🇬🇧 United Kingdom – Remote

⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

👮‍♂️ Cybersecurity / Security Engineer

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Fika

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11 - 50 employees

Founded 2018

🏥 Healthcare

💼 Consulting

🎲 Gambling

💰 Non Equity Assistance - Fika on 2022-01

Healthcare • Consulting • Gambling

Fika is an Australian-focused online casino and casino-affiliate site that lists and promotes real-money online casinos, pokies (slots), and bonus offers. The site aggregates welcome packages, free spins, and payment/banking options, highlights secure and fast payouts, and provides recommendations to help Australian players choose and access online gambling platforms while promoting responsible gambling.

📋 Description

• Protect Fika’s systems, applications, computers, networks, and data from security breaches, cyber threats, and unauthorized access • Monitor systems for vulnerabilities and implement protective security measures • Respond to security alerts, incidents, and threats • Maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of Fika systems and data • Support development, testing, and continuous improvement of business continuity and disaster recovery plans • Identify, assess, and document information security risks for new and existing systems and applications • Recommend security controls and measures to mitigate identified risks • Support organization-wide risk management practices across departments • Implement, maintain, and improve SIEM, EDR, antivirus, and intrusion detection and prevention systems • Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration tests • Maintain security documentation and reports, providing periodic updates to the Senior IT Manager • Develop and conduct information security awareness training for current staff and new hires • Develop, implement, and maintain information security policies, standards, and procedures • Ensure staff compliance with information security policies and regulatory requirements • Support annual internal and external information security audits • Build and implement Fika’s IT Security Roadmap, including addressing findings from the GRF cybersecurity audit • Set up and secure firewalls, VPNs, LANs, and wireless networks in program-country offices • Review firewall rules and network security configurations and continuously monitor network activity • Ensure laptops, tablets, and mobile devices comply with security policies, including mobile device management, patch management, and disk encryption • Secure Fika’s Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Azure, AWS, Box, and Salesforce environments • Collaborate with IT teams on cloud identity and access management • Monitor emerging cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies • Support business continuity and disaster recovery plan development, implementation, testing, and maintenance • Participate in disaster recovery testing and ensure critical systems can be restored within agreed recovery timelines • Support Fika Cybersecurity Incident Response Procedures

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related IT field • 3+ years of hands-on work experience in IT security, network security, or a related role • Strong understanding of network protocols, firewalls, VPNs, and encryption technologies • Experience with security tools, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, vulnerability scanners, and endpoint protection platforms • Knowledge of operating systems, including Windows and macOS • Knowledge of cloud environments, including AWS, Azure, and GCP • Familiarity with known security frameworks and global compliance standards • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills • Excellent communication skills, with ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders • Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CEH, CISA, CISM, or GIAC certifications (preferred) • Experience with scripting/automation (preferred) • Experience in incident response and digital forensics (preferred) • International development or NGO sector experience (preferred) • Maximum one-page motivation letter required • CV maximum 2 pages, highlighting relevant diplomas, degrees, and recognized certifications • CV must exclude personal information and non-certified training

🏖️ Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements • Comprehensive mental and physical wellness support • Annual salary reviews aligned with Fika’s compensation policy • Opportunities for professional growth • Targeted development programs • Reasonable accommodations during the hiring process and employment process