Minimum 5 years of experience in information security, cybersecurity, or consulting., Strong understanding of security frameworks like ISO/IEC 27001/27002, NIST CSF, and CIS Controls., Fluent in Japanese, with desirable fluency in English., Degree in Computer Science or Information Systems and security certifications such as CISSP, CISA, or CISM are a plus..
Key responsibilities:
Lead cybersecurity risk management projects and provide security consulting.
Support the development of CSIRT, incident management, and security governance.
Assist in security assessments, policy formulation, and creating security roadmaps.
Provide technical guidance and recommendations on security issues to clients.
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Sophos is a worldwide leader and innovator of advanced cybersecurity solutions, including Managed Detection and Response (MDR) and incident response services and a broad portfolio of endpoint, network, email, and cloud security technologies that help organizations defeat cyberattacks.
As one of the largest pure-play cybersecurity providers, Sophos defends more than 500,000 organizations and more than 100 million users globally from active adversaries, ransomware, phishing, malware, and more.
Sophos’ services and products connect through its cloud-based Sophos Central management console and are powered by Sophos X-Ops, the company’s cross-domain threat intelligence unit. Sophos X-Ops intelligence optimizes the entire Sophos Adaptive Cybersecurity Ecosystem, which includes a centralized data lake that leverages a rich set of open APIs available to customers, partners, developers, and other cybersecurity and information technology vendors.
Sophos provides cybersecurity-as-a-service to organizations needing fully-managed, turnkey security solutions. Customers can also manage their cybersecurity directly with Sophos’ security operations platform or use a hybrid approach by supplementing their in-house teams with Sophos’ services, including threat hunting and remediation.
Sophos sells through reseller partners and managed service providers (MSPs) worldwide.
Sophos is headquartered in Oxford, U.K. More information is available at www.sophos.com
Sophos is a global leader and innovator of advanced security solutions for defeating cyberattacks. The company acquired Secureworks in February 2025, bringing together two pioneers that have redefined the cybersecurity industry with their innovative, native AIoptimized services, technologies and products. Sophos is now the largest pureplay Managed Detection and Response (MDR) provider, supporting more than 28,000 organizations. In addition to MDR and other services, Sophos’ complete portfolio includes industryleading endpoint, network, email, and cloud security that interoperate and adapt to defend through the Sophos Central platform. Secureworks provides the innovative, marketleading Taegis XDRMDR, identity threat detection and response (ITDR), nextgen SIEM capabilities, managed risk, and a comprehensive set of advisory services. Sophos sells all these solutions through reseller partners, Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) worldwide, defending more than 600,000 organizations worldwide from phishing, ransomware, data theft, other every day and statesponsored cybercrimes. The solutions are powered by historical and realtime threat intelligence from Sophos XOps and the newly added Counter Threat Unit (CTU). Sophos is headquartered in Oxford, U.K. More information is available at www.sophos.com.
Role Summary
Cybersecurity risk advisor consultants not only identify cybersecurity risks and propose solutions but also lead projects for clients facing increasingly sophisticated security threats. We provide comprehensive support through strengthening our preparedness for incident response, such as supporting the formulation of policies, conducting various training and advisories, creating procedures for strengthening the incident response system, and conducting desk exercises. In addition to experience in managing and operating systems, candidates should have a solid understanding of cybersecurity principles, recognize the importance of protecting the organizations infrastructure and information, be interested in designing training and workshops and facilitating risk assessments, CSIRT construction, etc., and be aware of the practical limitations of implementation. Even those with no consulting experience but a strong interest in cybersecurity will find valuable experience as a consultant here.
Security consulting related to cybersecurity risk management
Support for CSIRT development, including incident management, security governance, strategic advisory, and other professional services with Team members
Assistance with security assessments and roadmap development, as well as the formulation of security policieswith Team members
Technical security management, including providing guidance and recommendations on businessrelated security issues with Team members
At least 5 years of experience in information security, cybersecurity, or consulting (e.g., security assessments, security governance, CSIRT development, incident response, vulnerability management, conducting tabletop exercisesinformation security training, system operations and maintenance, etc.)
Experience with and understanding of the following security frameworks: ISOIEC 2700127002, NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), NIST SP 800 series, CIS Critical Security Controls
At Sophos, we believe in the power of diverse perspectives to fuel innovation. Research shows that candidates sometimes hesitate to apply if they dont check every box in a job description. We challenge that notion. Your unique experiences and skills might be exactly what we need to enhance our team. Dont let a checklist hold you back – we encourage you to apply.
Whats Great About Sophos?
· Sophos operates a remotefirst working model, making remote work the primary option for most employees. However, some roles may necessitate a hybrid approach. Please refer to the location details in our job postings for further information.
· Our people – we innovate and create, all of which are accompanied by a great sense of fun and team spirit
· Employeeled diversity and inclusion networks that build community and provide education and advocacy
· Annual charity and fundraising initiatives and volunteer days for employees to support local communities
· Global employee sustainability initiatives to reduce our environmental footprint
· Global fitness and trivia competitions to keep our bodies and minds sharp
· Global wellbeing days for employees to relax and recharge
· Monthly wellbeing webinars and training to support employee health and wellbeing
Our Commitment To You
We’re proud of the diverse and inclusive environment we have at Sophos, and we’re committed to ensuring equality of opportunity. We believe that diversity, combined with excellence, builds a better Sophos, so we encourage applicants who can contribute to the diversity of our team. All applicants will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, sex, gender reassignment, marital status, race, religion or belief, color, age, military veteran status, disability, pregnancy, maternity or sexual orientation. We want to give you every opportunity to show us your best self, so if there are any adjustments we could make to the recruitment and selection process to support you, please let us know.
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Level of experience:Senior (5-10 years)
Spoken language(s):
Japanese
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