Job Title/Req Number: Information Security Automation Specialist 106271
Base Location: Anywhere in the UK, including London, Manchester, Birmingham or Edinburgh plus network of 20 offices nationally
KPMG International helps set the strategy and protects the reputation of this global organization of independent professional services firms providing Audit, Tax and Advisory services. We deliver value to our member firms and drive positive change in the communities we serve. By joining us you will gain a unique understanding of how a global organization operates and work on projects that impact the whole organization. From setting standards and best practices to developing innovative tech-enabled solutions for clients, you'll be part of a global team changing the way our business operates. We look forward to welcoming you to our team.
KPMG is one of the world's largest and most respected consultancy businesses, supporting the UK through times of war and peace, prosperity and recession, political and regulatory upheaval. We've proudly stood beside the institutions and businesses which make the UK what it is.
Why Join KPMG
The core services provided by Global Technology & Knowledge are crucial to our future, enabling KPMG’s digital transformation, providing trusted technology services, ensuring security across the network, and accelerating our Collective Strategy. Our ways of working are based on customer-centricity, communities of expertise, an optimized delivery model, flexibility, a culture of empowerment, and fulfilling careers. We are organized under five new ‘domains’: Technology Portfolio Delivery, Global Enterprise Technology, Technology Strategy & Blueprint, Global Information Security Group, and Business Operations. This is an exciting time as we continue to drive technology excellence at the heart of Collective Strategy v3.0, with our GT&K colleagues playing a pivotal role.
About this Team
As part of the Global Information Security Group (GISG), the Information Security Services (ISS) team, including the Global Security Operations Center (GSOC), helps defend KPMG and its clients from cyber-attacks through timely detection, investigation, and remediation of potential threats.
What will you be doing?
* Developing SOAR Playbooks, programming new API integrations, developing new automation tasks, and maintaining existing ones.
* Managing installation, maintenance, and support of GSOC tools across multiple environments including physical Data Centers, Azure cloud, and O365.
* Coordinating with vendors, other KPMG teams, and stakeholders on design and setup activities at different project stages.
* Documenting all system designs, builds, and modifications.
* Delivering user training and creating training materials.
* Monitoring systems, resolving issues, and preparing status reports.
* Managing support cases to ensure issues are tracked, resolved, and followed up promptly.
What will you need to do it?
* Intermediate to advanced software development/programming skills.
* An Information or Cyber Security qualification (preferred but not essential): e.g., CompTIA, CISSP, CISSM, CISMP, GIAC, CEH, or equivalent.
* Experience with RESTful APIs, including development.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills.
* Ability to document processes and procedures professionally.
* Experience working with vendors and solution providers (preferred).
* Proficiency in modern programming languages.
* Experience with system integration using RESTful APIs.
* Knowledge of Automation, Workflow, Orchestration, BPM.
* Ability to query large datasets.
* Experience in operational roles with strict SLAs.
Skills we’d love to see / Amazing Extras:
* Experience in a Security Operations environment.
* Familiarity with SIEM solutions, especially Azure Sentinel.
* Experience with SOAR tools like XSOAR or Azure Logic Apps with Azure Functions.
* Knowledge of Query Languages, e.g., KQL.
* Good understanding of Microsoft Azure and O365 solutions.
* Experience managing Unix/Linux servers.
To discuss this or other Technology roles, apply, create a profile, upload your CV, and begin your journey with KPMG.
Our Locations:
* Glasgow
* Leeds
* London Canary Wharf
* Manchester
With 20 UK sites, we offer office work, remote work, flexible hours, and part-time options. Discuss your needs with our team.
Find out more:
* Technology and Engineering at KPMG
* ITs Her Future Women in Tech programme
* KPMG Workability and Disability confidence
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