Senior Security Analyst

About the role:

Apollo Hospitals Enterprises Limited is the largest healthcare provider in India with 10,000+ operational beds across 72+ hospitals pan-India. We are dedicated to providing exceptional care to our patients and are committed to using technology to improve patient outcomes. To support our large network of hospitals across India we seeking an experienced Senior Security Operations Analyst (L2) to join our growing cybersecurity team. The Senior Security Analyst plays a crucial role in protecting our healthcare system's information assets. You will be responsible for in-depth investigations of security incidents, conducting threat-hunting activities, analyzing the root causes of incidents, and recommending remediation strategies. Your expertise and insights will help to improve our security posture and protect sensitive patient data.

Key Responsibilities:

Investigation:

thorough investigations of escalated security incidents, identifying attack vectors, attacker techniques, and the scope of potential breaches.

advanced security event detection and threat analysis for complex and high-risk security incidents.

the incident response process, including investigation, documentation, and coordination of response activities

Hunting:

implement, and oversee proactive measures, including threat hunting activities, to identify and mitigate potential security threats before they impact the organization

search for signs of compromise or malicious activity within our network and systems.

Cause Analysis:

in-depth analysis of incidents to identify underlying vulnerabilities and recommend remediation strategies.

Tool Optimization:

the effectiveness of security tools and configurations, recommending and implementing changes to improve detection capabilities.

security assessments and audits, including penetration testing and vulnerability scans, to identify and address security risks

and Metrics:

reports and metrics on security incidents, trends, and the overall effectiveness of the security program.

and update security policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure they meet current cybersecurity standards and best practices.

Guide and mentor junior analysts, sharing knowledge and best practices

abreast of the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies to continually enhance the security strategy of the organization

Qualifications:

or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field

years of experience in an information security role, including incident response or threat analysis.

understanding of network security concepts, operating systems, and common security vulnerabilities.

with security tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS, vulnerability scanners, endpoint protection).

analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.

communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain technical concepts to stakeholders.

Desirable Skills:

in a healthcare IT environment.

of healthcare security regulations (HIPAA, etc.).

scripting or programming skills (Python, PowerShell).

certifications such as CompTIA Security+, GIAC GSEC, CEH, or similar.