Security Operations Center Analyst

Security Operations Center Analyst (2024 Rüsselsheim)

Job Title: Security Operations Center Analyst (Frankfurt)

Location – currently Frankfurt am Main, later Rüsselsheim / Germany

Open positions: 1 work hours,: 5x8, 9 to 5

Role reports to: Director/services

On Nov.2022, Rahi Systems was acquired by Wesco International (NYSE: WCC). Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Wesco is a FORTUNE 500® company with more than $18 billion in annual sales and a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions. In 2022, Wesco International completed a merger with Anixter, a leading global distributor of Network & Security Solutions, Electrical & Electronic Solutions and Utility Power Solutions. Upon the merger, Anixter became the full subsidiary of Wesco. The Wesco/Anixter/Rahi group employs approximately 18,000 people, partners with the industry’s premier suppliers, and serves thousands of customers around the world, including more than 90% of FORTUNE 100® companies.

Job Summary:

The SOC Analyst will work in the data center onsite. Typical duties include:

• This is an entry level position for the physical security SOC
• Actively monitoring of physical security events affecting Client DCs, including personal and asset safety. Coordination, event processing follow-ups are also a part of the job to ensure secure, stable, and efficient operation of the data centers.
• Incident Response: They also manage incident responses and conduct a thorough analysis in case of a security/safety event. Follow defined formal procedures for incident prevention, detection, and mitigation.
• With minimal assistance, performs analysis to detect security/safety threats, alerts, or risks and escalates to critical incident response team and/or external authorities, if necessary. With minimal assistance, implements security/safety protocols to support the physical protection of company personnel and assets. With minimal assistance, delivers and maintains security programs in areas of responsibility.
• SOC Analysts must prepare reports on incidents, breaches, and the effectiveness of the security policies in place. This could involve detailing specific events or trends over a designated period to help inform adjustments to the threat protection measures.
• Compliance: They ensure adherence to local legal and regulatory standards, including those related to data privacy, datacenter security and health/safety.
• Continuously improve the efficiency and maturity of the overall physical security program at Client data centers, seeking data and recommending strategies and ideas to reduce churn, optimizing resources, implement creative solutions to problems, scale, automate and simplify processes whenever possible.

Qualifications:

• While it is an entry-level position, some experience in a physical safety/security-related role would be beneficial. This could be from internships, part-time work, or any type of role in a safety-conscious environment, preferably datacenters
• Candidates should have strong observation skills to watch CCTV feeds effectively and spot suspicious activity. They should also be able to operate the security monitoring system accurately and confidently. Basic computer skills are also essential.
• Alertness & Decision Making: Must be alert at all times during their shift to respond quickly and effectively to any issues that occur. Good decision-making skills are also important to decide best courses of action during a security event.
• Regulations & Compliance: Basic understanding of the security regulations and compliance issues associated with the operations of a data center.
• Preference will be given to candidates with a background in the datacenter or security industry and who have experience with large security service companies.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey information clearly and effectively to team members and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in English/German and ideally Mandarin/Chinese to ensure effective communication within the team and the ability to read and interpret security protocols and instructions.
• Clearance: Due to the sensitive nature of the work, the applicant must likely pass a stringent background check.

Wesco International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Wesco”) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. US applicants only, we are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

ABOUT THE TEAM

At Wesco, we build, connect, power and protect the world. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on.

Our company’s greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering diversity and inclusion across our workforce by embracing the unique perspectives, authenticity and individuality of more than 20,000 Wesco employees around the globe. Through our Business Resource Groups, comprehensive benefits plan and our community outreach initiatives, you can be a part of a welcoming work community who provides platforms for your success.

Learn more about Working at Wesco here and apply online today

Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Wesco is a publicly traded (NYSE: WCC) FORTUNE 500® company.

Salary Range 40K to 50K Euros per annum