Job Description

Bank of Jordan is on the lookout for a dedicated and knowledgeable Information Security Officer to join our dynamic team. As an Information Security Officer, you will be responsible for protecting our organization’s information assets and ensuring that our security protocols align with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Your role is pivotal in establishing and maintaining a robust information security environment that safeguards sensitive data while fostering a culture of awareness and compliance among all employees at the bank.

Responsibilities

• Monitor Security Events Continuously monitor security alerts from various security tools, including SIEM (Security Information and Event Management), IDS/IPS, firewalls, and endpoint detection systems.
• Incident Response Lead the investigation and triage of security incidents. Perform detailed analysis of security events, determine their severity, and coordinate an appropriate response to mitigate threats.
• Threat Intelligence Stay updated on the latest threat intelligence and trends. Analyze emerging threats and contribute to the development of proactive defense strategies.
• Advanced Analysis Perform deep-dive analysis of complex security incidents, conducting root cause analysis and providing actionable recommendations for resolution.
• SOC Leadership Mentor and guide junior SOC analysts, ensuring the team follows best practices and continuously improves their skills.
• Reporting Prepare and deliver detailed reports on security incidents, trends, and activities to senior management. Provide executive-level summaries and recommendations.
• Collaboration Work closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, network security, and risk management, to develop and implement security measures.
• Threat Hunting Proactively search for potential security threats and vulnerabilities across the organization’s network and endpoints.
• Documentation and Procedures Maintain accurate documentation for security incidents, procedures, and processes. Regularly update the knowledge base to ensure continuity of operations and knowledge transfer within the team.
• Security Tool Optimization Assist in the tuning and optimization of security tools to improve detection accuracy and reduce false positives.

Requirements

• Experience 5+ years of experience in security operations or a related cybersecurity field, with at least 2 years in a senior or leadership role in a SOC.
• Technical Knowledge Strong understanding of security technologies, including SIEM, firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, and vulnerability management tools.
• Incident Response Expertise Demonstrated experience in responding to security incidents and conducting thorough investigations.
• Threat Intelligence & Analysis Proficiency in threat intelligence sources, analysis techniques, and utilizing intelligence to inform defensive strategies.
• Security Frameworks Familiarity with industry standards and frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, MITRE ATT&CK).
• Certifications Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, GIAC, or CompTIA Security+ are highly desirable.
• Strong Analytical Skills Ability to analyze complex security incidents, interpret log data, and provide actionable insights.
• Communication Skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex security concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Attention to Detail Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating threats.