Information Security Analyst

Medpace, Inc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading clinical research organization is seeking a dedicated full-time Information Security Analyst in London to enhance cybersecurity measures. The role focuses on project management, analysis of security threats, and effective remediation. Candidates should have a relevant degree, experience with security tools like SIEM and Azure, and fundamental scripting skills. Enjoy a flexible work environment, competitive compensation, and pathways for career growth. Join a team that positively impacts patient lives.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Structured career paths for professional growth

Employee health and wellness initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree, preferably in Information Technology.
• Prior internship/co-op experience within Information Security or other security-related roles.
• Exceptional communication skills and ability to work well in small groups.

Responsibilities

• Proficient in security tools across network, cloud, email, etc.
• Analyze and remediate ticket queue of suspicious/malicious events.
• Research and produce write-ups for complex technical topics.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Project prioritization

Scripting skills (PowerShell, Python)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Tools

SIEM

Endpoint Detection & Response

Azure

Privileged Access Management

Active Directory

Job description

Job Summary

We are hiring a full‑time Information Security Analyst who is technical, dedicated to learning new things, security‑minded, has strong initiative, and can manage projects autonomously. The Information Security team defends the company’s digital infrastructure by designing, implementing, and improving our cybersecurity architecture. This is a critical role responsible for protecting infrastructure, cloud, edge devices, and data against unauthorized use, modification, exfiltration, or damage. If you’re excited to be part of a fast‑growing team, Medpace is a great place to grow your career. This role will be office‑based in our central London Medpace office – you must be located within commuting distance to be considered.

Responsibilities

• Become proficient in security tools across disciplines such as network, cloud, email, threat detection, and response, compliance, etc.
• Analyze, follow up, and directly remediate ticket queue of suspicious/malicious events (SIEM, email security tools, network security tools, etc).
• Follow up on ticket queue of internal IT requests/approvals.
• Follow up on security‑related communications from users, vendors, sponsors (threats reported by users, vendor breaches, verification of the safety of files/emails, etc).
• Maintain informational assets database and coordinate the review process to assure appropriate permission levels for those assets.
• Perform security audits to ensure policies and procedures are followed.
• Research and produce write‑ups for complex technical topics, vendor proposals, company policy recommendations, etc.
• Assist Information Security Engineers on enterprise‑wide projects including deploying security technologies, cooperating with compliance requests, and supporting other IT teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree, preferably in Information Technology.
• Prior internship/co‑op experience within Information Security or other security‑related roles.
• Experience with using and maintaining some of the following:
  • SIEM
  • Endpoint Detection & Response
  • Azure or other cloud‑based architecture
  • Privileged Access Management/Identity Access
  • Active Directory
• Exceptional communication skills, ability to work well in small groups, and strong analytical thinking for solving complex problems.
• Ability to prioritize projects.
• Fundamental scripting skills such as PowerShell or Python.

Medpace Overview

Medpace is a full‑service clinical contract research organization (CRO) providing Phase I‑IV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through scientific rigor and disciplined approach. We leverage expertise across oncology, cardiology, metabolic disease, endocrinology, CNS, anti‑viral and anti‑infective areas. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, we employ more than 5,000 people across 40+ countries.

Why Medpace?

People. Purpose. Passion. Make a Difference Tomorrow. Join Us Today.

Our 30+ years of work has positively impacted the lives of countless patients and families who face painful diseases. The work we do today will improve the lives of people living with illness and disease in the future.

Medpace Perks

• Flexible work environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Competitive PTO packages
• Structured career paths with opportunities for professional growth
• Company‑sponsored employee appreciation events
• Employee health and wellness initiatives

Awards

• Recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Most Successful Midsize Companies in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024
• Continually recognized with CRO Leadership Awards from Life Science Leader magazine for expertise, quality, capabilities, reliability, and compatibility

What to Expect Next

A Medpace team member will review your qualifications and, if interested, you will be contacted with details for next steps.