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The Global Information Security (GIS) organization at Pfizer delivers three core responsive capabilities for Pfizer – Intrusion Detection & Analysis, Cyber Threat Intelligence, and Digital Forensics & Insider Threat.
GIS secures Pfizer’s most important information assets through world-class controls and protections. GIS enables Pfizer’s business results by making security an enabler and not a roadblock. GIS strives to broaden the cybersecurity ownership culture across the company through targeted awareness campaigns and empowering colleagues to be risk aware.
The Cyber Intrusion Analyst will report into the Intrusion Detection & Analysis team and will focus on responding to network security events and building a deep understanding of cybersecurity attacks against Pfizer.
The Cyber Intrusion Analyst will be expected to lead event correlation across large datasets, perform and drive complete attack lifecycle analysis, develop remediation plans, implement proactive and reactive countermeasures, and create innovative solutions to the security issues that face the Pfizer environment.
What can I achieve and what will I be responsible for whilst completing a placement at Pfizer?
- Leveraging security data from internal sensors (IDS, routers, SIMS, firewalls, hosts) and external sources (Industry portals, threat intel feeds, etc) to identify high priority alerts and perform attack life-cycle analysis to develop/implement proactive mitigations.
- Review security incidents; determine their severity and impact. Work to resolution
- Develop understanding of TCP/IP, common networking ports and protocols, traffic flow, system administration, OSI model, defense-in-depth and common security elements.
- Develop understanding of the life cycle of network threats, attacks, attack vectors and methods of exploitation with an understanding of intrusion set tactics, techniques and procedures (TTPs).
- Forensic analysis; analysis of compromised machines and analysis of network traffic and log data.
- Contribute to process creation and improvement and develop internal Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) for analysis, establishing reporting criteria, structure, and operational reports
When can I start?
Placements will start on 2nd September 2024 and will run for 12 months.
Person specification
Type of person we are looking for, in relation to ‘Skills’, ‘Knowledge’ and ‘Motivation’:
- Completing placement as part of University Degree either through Year In Industry/Industrial Placement or Gap Year
- Self starter with a passion for cyber security, a commitment to learn a complex environment and contribute at every level within the team
- Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communications skills
- Entry level knowledge of the Windows operating system, system utilities, admin functions
- Entry level understanding of TCP/IP, common networking ports and protocols, traffic flow, system administration, OSI model, defense-in-depth and common security elements.
- Ability to interpret log data and draw analytical conclusions
- Entry experience with Computer programming and scripting languages such as C, Python, Java, etc..
Who can apply?
Applicants must be completing placement as part of a degree course at a UK University, either through Year in Industry/Industrial Placement or Gap Year.
This position will close for applications on 4th February, 2024. Please note that we only accept application forms. Please do not send over your CV or cover letter as they will not be considered.
Please access the Word version of the Application Form here: Undergraduate Vacancies | Pfizer UK and find instructions as to how to complete your application and more about eligibility criteria.
About us
Purpose
Breakthroughs that change patients' lives... At Pfizer we are a patient centric company, guided by our four values: courage, joy, equity and excellence. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to our dedication to transforming millions of lives.
Digital Transformation Strategy
One bold way we are achieving our purpose is through our company wide digital transformation strategy. We are leading the way in adopting new data, modelling and automated solutions to further digitize and accelerate drug discovery and development with the aim of enhancing health outcomes and the patient experience.
Flexibility
We aim to create a trusting, flexible workplace culture which encourages employees to achieve work life harmony, attracts talent and enables everyone to be their best working self. Let’s start the conversation!
Equal Employment Opportunity
We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to building a successful business. As an employer, Pfizer is committed to celebrating this, in all its forms – allowing for us to be as diverse as the patients and communities we serve. Together, we continue to build a culture that encourages, supports and empowers our employees.
DisAbility Confident
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and we encourage you to put your best self forward with the knowledge and trust that we will make any reasonable adjustments necessary to support your application and future career. Our mission is unleashing the power of our people, especially those with unique superpowers. Your journey with Pfizer starts here!
