Internal Abuse Monitoring Analyst – Safeguard Data

Government Recruitment Service; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Internal Abuse Monitoring Team protects DWP systems, information and the citizens we serve. As an Internal Abuse Monitoring Analyst, you will review system activity, identify unusual behaviour, and build evidence-based referrals for further consideration.

This rewarding analytical role combines attention to detail with curiosity and problem solving. You will collaborate with Security and Insider Threat teams, analyze data from multiple sources, and contribute to continuous improvement of

Qualifications

• Experience in monitoring systems or security analytics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain audit trails.

Responsibilities

• Review and assess alerts, user activity and monitoring outputs to identify behaviour that may require further examination.
• Analyse information from multiple sources to identify patterns, anomalies and potential risks.
• Conduct detailed reviews of system activity and determine whether activity is consistent with business need and policy requirements.
• Record findings accurately and maintain clear audit trails to support decision making.
• Prepare evidence-based referrals where concerns require further investigation by appropriate business areas.
• Contribute to the identification of emerging trends, themes and risks that may impact DWP systems, data or services.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across Personnel Security and Insider Threat Monitoring Group and wider business areas where required.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance monitoring activity, reporting and operational processes.
• Maintain professional standards when handling sensitive information and applying relevant policies, procedures and legislation.

Job description

The Internal Abuse Monitoring Team protects DWP systems, information and the citizens we serve. As an Internal Abuse Monitoring Analyst, you will review system activity, identify unusual behaviour, and build evidence-based referrals for further consideration.

This rewarding analytical role combines attention to detail with curiosity and problem solving. You will collaborate with Security and Insider Threat teams, analyze data from multiple sources, and contribute to continuous improvement of