Information Security Analyst - #1729758

About KX

At KX we build time-series, vector-native database solutions our customers use to unlock knowledge and predictive power they can act on with confidence. By simultaneously supporting unstructured and structured data, KX powers accurate, highly contextual results for AI and automation applications with transformative speed, unlimited scalability, and extremely low computing costs.

Customers across financial services, manufacturing, telecommunications, life sciences, and aerospace and defense industries use KX to enable real-time processing of vast time-series datasets, improve operational efficiency, speed up discovery, and enhance real-time situational awareness and cybersecurity. KX brings a proven track record of 30 years of customer success, and operates from more than 15 offices across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific.

Role Overview

We are hiring an Information Security Analyst to join our global security team. Reporting to the CISO, you will be responsible for safeguarding KXs systems, infrastructure, and applications. Youll monitor security tools and alerts, respond to threats, and contribute to the development and implementation of controls across cloud and on-premise environments.

Responsibilities

• Analyse SIEM events and alerts, ensuring effective investigation and resolution.
• Respond to phishing incidents and manage malicious email reporting.
• Support incident response , escalation, and coordination.
• Monitor cloud and on-premises environments for suspicious or malicious activity.
• Assist with delivery of new security tools, products, and migrations.
• Review change requests and advise on potential security implications.
• Develop and enhance technical security controls across the estate.
• Lead vulnerability management processes and collaborate on remediation.
  
  

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience in information security operations.
• Industry certifications such as CISSP, CompTIA Security+, or CEH are desirable.
• Hands-on experience with security tools for Windows, Linux, and Mac environments.
• Strong understanding of network protocols and technologies (e.g. VPN, TLS, DMZ).
• Practical knowledge of cloud security across AWS, Azure, or GCP (e.g. CloudTrail, Sentinel).
• Experience with endpoint protection, DLP, IDS/IPS, MFA, and content filtering.
• Familiarity with SIEM platforms and vulnerability management tools.
• Exposure to SOAR platforms and scripting or development skills (e.g. Python, Bash ).
• Understanding of frameworks such as ISO 27001/2, NIST, SOC, or COBIT.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  
  

Location & Workplace Type:

This role will be based in Newry, Belfast or Dublin with a Hybrid working model

Why Choose KX?

Data Driven

Naturally Curious:

Benefits

All In:

• Competitive Salary
• Individually tailored training and skills development
• Private healthcare package and Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity package
• Wellness Days and Volunteer Days