Information Security Analyst - Banking/Financial Services

Robert Walters; London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank in London is seeking an Information Security Analyst to enhance their security protocols and ensure compliance with regulations. You'll support the IS Officer in managing risks and improving information security practices, working in a hybrid environment. Ideal candidates will have strong documentation skills and relevant certifications in information security management.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in Information Security.
• Strong documentation and reporting skills.
• Knowledge of ISMS frameworks like ISO27001, NIST.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining the Branch ISMS.
• Conduct information security reviews and audits.
• Develop and coordinate Information Security Awareness training.

Skills

Documentation

Reporting

Cyber Security

Information Security Management

Education

CISSP

CISM

CISA

Tools

MS Sentinel

Darktrace

Carbon Black

Qualys

Job description

My client, an International bank, based in London, is looking for an Information Security Analyst to join it's team. Three MUST for this role: 1) Three days per week in the office 2) They dont offer sponsorship 3) You must come from banking or financial services background

About the Information Security Analyst role:

To assist the Branch Information Security Officer in developing and maintaining the Branch ISMS, and in providing a professional responsive service to assist management in identifying and mitigating information security risks which could seriously impact the Bank.

This includes the provision of expert advice, oversight, and assurance on, the selection, design, justification and operation of information security controls and management strategies to maintain the confidentiality, integrity, availability, accountability, and relevant compliance of information systems with legislation, regulation, and relevant standards, in concert with Bank Head Office alignment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. To maintain Information Security assurance activity (structured and unstructured) to assess and report on divergence from policy or agreed standards (control objectives) or to identify opportunities for improvement, thus allowing flaws to be redressed and continual improvement for 1st Line of Defence (1LoD)

1. To track, and report on, findings and actions arising from Information Security reviews, audits, and incidents and in update of Management Information for Information Security activity - maintaining management reporting and Key Risk reporting

1. To develop, review, and coordinate Information Security Awareness training, to ensure staff have a good understanding of their obligations and expectations for information Security

1. To track and respond to Information Security queries and activity arising from audits (internal and external) and from Bank Head Office.

1. To participate in Information Security related elements of annual Vendor risk assessments

1. To develop information security guidance for business and technical functions including agreeing information security control objectives with Branch stakeholders (Business and IT)

1. To assist in monitoring and response to Information Security alerts arising from IT security tools and logs

1. j) To assist in Incident response and in Incident simulation exercises

1. k) To assist in carrying out Information Security Roles and duties as defined in Bank procedures and policies (A4, A7-A, A7-B, Section 27, Section 61)

1. l) To undertake professional development and update knowledge in industry expected practice for Information Security to ensure personal skills and knowledge of information security are appropriate for the job holder's duties and responsibilities

Other

1. j) To support the SMF24 (IT & InfoSec)
2. k) To carry out such other duties as requested by the Head of Information Security or the General Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Knowledge and experience of information Security Management System (ISMS) maintenance in conformance with a recognised framework such as ISO27001, NIST or SOC2.

Preferably with a recognised certification in a governance and management-oriented discipline of Information Security (CISSP, CISM or similar).

Other qualifications related to governance assessment and reporting (such as CISA).

2+ years experience in Information Security, conducting information security reviews and guiding business and technical management in prioritising security improvement for technical and procedural Information Security measures.

Strong documentation and reporting skills.

Technical experience and knowledge of Cyber Security (up to date).

(Desirable) experience working with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) and Vulnerability Assessment.

(Desirable) Knowledge of attack methodologies and system hardening principles including aspects of vulnerability scanning and detection and security testing.

(Desirable) experience working with MS Sentinel (SIEM), Darktrace (NDR), Carbon Black (EDR) and Qualys (VM)

If the above sounds like you please apply to this advertisement or send your CV to [e-mail] or call me on 0207 509 8040

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

About the job

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Technology & Digital

Focus: Information Security

Industry: Banking

Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 per annum

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Associate

Location: London
FULL_TIME
Job Reference: 9PC4BJ-9043483C

Date posted: 23 June 2025

Consultant: Darius Goodarzi
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