IT Cyber Security Analyst

Utmost Group; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in the UK is looking for a Cyber Security Analyst to protect systems and respond to cyber threats. The role involves monitoring networks, documenting incidents, and producing insightful security reports. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in cybersecurity and familiarity with security technologies like firewalls and SIEM. This is a full-time position with a focus on maintaining data integrity and compliance.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of information security principles and best practices.
• Hands-on security technology experience.
• At least 3 years in a Cyber Security role.

Responsibilities

• Protect systems from cyber threats and unauthorized access.
• Monitor networks for security breaches.
• Document and investigate security incidents.
• Lead incident response efforts.
• Produce cyber security management information (MI).

Skills

MS Office applications

Documenting solutions and technical reports

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

Degree in Computer Science or Cyber Security

Tools

Firewalls

SIEM

IDS/IPS

Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)

Identity management solutions

Microsoft Azure

M365 cloud technologies

Job description

Vacancy Name
IT Cyber Security Analyst

Vacancy No
VN816

Location Country
United Kingdom

Work Location

Job Details

Responsibilities

• Protecting the Company's systems from cyber threats and unauthorised access. Support implementation and enforcement of information and cyber security policies. Play a lead role in cyber security governance.
• Working with our third-party service providers to monitor networks, servers and systems for suspicious activity, security breaches or vulnerabilities. Using available tools to detect and respond to potential threats. Recommend improvements.
• Documenting and investigating security incidents. Determining scope and impact, supporting the containment of any threats, analysing the root cause and advising on the recovery of affected systems where necessary. Reporting findings to management.
• Monitor, record and act, where required, in real time on cyber security alerts. Lead or support incident response efforts during and outside working hours.
• Monitor identity and access management, including monitoring for abuse of permissions by authorised system users.
• Produce accurate, timely and insightful cyber security management information (MI), including threat trends, incident metrics, vulnerabilities and compliance against security controls, include preparation of reports.
• Oversight, management and reporting on all risks and their controls relating to information and cyber security.
• Keep up to date with the latest security and technology developments. Understand emerging cyber security threats and vulnerabilities and their potential impact to ULP. Make recommendations to manage or mitigate as appropriate.
• Evaluate new technologies, tools, applications and suppliers to ensure security is embedded in the design, development, implementation and maintenance of all new initiatives.
• Coordinate and participate in internal and external audits in relation to information and cyber security. Provide evidence and ensure timely remediation of audit findings.
• Promote a culture of security amongst colleagues and other stakeholders and support wider security initiatives. Assist with the creation, maintenance and delivery of cyber security awareness training for colleagues.
• Give advice and guidance.
• Ad hoc tasks as required.
• Comply with the FCA\'s conduct (and senior conduct) and Consumer Duty rules and the PRA\'s conduct (and senior manager conduct) standards as set out.
• Notify the regulator(s) of matters reasonably expected to be notified.

Core Competencies

• Experience of MS Office applications.
• Ability to clearly and concisely document solutions, processes, procedures and write technical reports.
• Strong analytical, data analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Effective time management skills, ability to manage and deliver multiple tasks within demanding deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team, recognizing and valuing the input and expertise of others.
• Willingness to learn and develop.

Experience and Qualifications

Required

• Strong understanding of information security principles, frameworks (e.g. ISO 27001, NIST) and best practices.
• Hands on experience with security technologies such as firewalls, SIEM, IDS / IPS, vulnerability scans, endpoint detection and response (EDR) and identity management solutions.
• At least 3 years of experience in a Cyber Security role.

Desirable

• An understanding of IT infrastructure, including network architecture, operating systems, firewalls, VPNs, SIEM tools, encryption and endpoint security.
• Experience of Microsoft Azure and M365 cloud technologies.
• Degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security or related field, or relevant practical experience
• Relevant cybersecurity certification
• Experience creating Cyber Security Roadmaps

Key Responsibilities

Key Tasks

Key Requirements

Target Grade

ULP Level 2

Group

Utmost Group Limited

Company

Utmost Life & Pensions UK

Entity

ULP UK

Business Department

ULP - IT

Team

Control Function (CF)

Standard hours per week

35

Regulated Role

No

Employment Type

Full-Time

Duration