Information Security Analyst

BAE Systems; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Portsmouth is seeking an Information Security Analyst. In this role, you'll review access to classified information, advise on security measures, and foster a culture of security awareness. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in information security. The position includes a competitive salary and opportunity for hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Degree or relevant industry experience required.
• Experience in information security and/or cyber security.
• Communication skills for both technical and non-technical issues.

Responsibilities

• Review access to classified information.
• Provide security advice and guidance to stakeholders.
• Report measures to senior management.

Skills

Information security expertise

Effective communication

Proficiency in Microsoft tools

Proactive improvement

Education

Relevant degree in Computing or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Title: Information Security Analyst

Location: Portsmouth.We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

Salary: Up to £41,650 dependant upon skills and experience

What you’ll be doing:

• Reviewing access to classified information through appraisal of software and hardware, employee account allocation, peripheral access management, movement of information across boundaries, methods of Ministry of Defence (MOD) and company data handling

• Providing security advice and guidance to the business group internal and external stakeholders and make recommendations to improve security solutions for the work streams

• Reporting measures and statistics to senior management in order to assure that access and boundary controls are being effectively implemented

• Building effective relationships and co-ordination with key local functions and business representatives

• Influencing the security culture by raising security awareness amongst employees and management in the local area and modelling behaviours that demonstrate BAE Systems values

• Working with internal staff to ensure delivery of security elements within a security plan including any testing required

• Working with the team to support and contribute to the team objectives

Your skills and experiences:

• Relevant degree in Computing, Information systems, STEM or security related subject or relevant time served industry experience

• Previous and proven experience in information security and/or cyber security

• Effective communicator in technical and non-technical issues

• Previous working experience in IT or related fields

• Proficiency in Microsoft tools, particularly with Microsoft Excel and use of formulae

• Proactive in seeking continuous improvement in both systems, processes and self

Benefits:

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Information Security Team (Maritime & Land Defence Solutions) team:

This role will be working within a team of 6 other members within the security function of Maritime Services, comprising of analysts, Infosec consultant, Team Manager & Deputy Manager.You will be expected to work alongside other analysts, team members, security teams and wider business.

As the world has evolved, so has the way we work. Our working approach, will enable you to have flexibility with your working hours, depending on your role and location. This could include accruing hours as well as flexibility around start and finish times, ensuring you can balance life at work, on site and life at home.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 27th August 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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