Principal Security Data Analyst

JR United Kingdom; Guildford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology organization seeks a Principal Security Data Analyst based in Guildford. In this role, you will design and develop platforms that analyze large datasets, ensuring security and compliance while leveraging your expertise in programming and data management. You will work collaboratively within a diverse team, focusing on innovative security solutions to address organizational threats. This opportunity calls for candidates with substantial experience in data platforms and a strong understanding of security best practices.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software/dev/data analytics roles.
• Strong knowledge of API development and data platforms.
• Proficiency with programming and analytics tools.

Responsibilities

• Architect and develop secure data analysis platforms.
• Collaborate on data rules and security threat analysis.
• Mentor junior engineers and document architecture.

Skills

API Development

Data Management

Security Threat Analysis

Programming in Python/Go/Java

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

MySQL

Jupyter

pandas

matplotlib

seaborn

numpy

Postman

Burp Suite

OWASP ZAP

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Principal Security Data Analyst, Guildford

Client: Oracle

Location: Guildford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 31.05.2025

Expiry Date: 15.07.2025

Job Description:

Oracle’s Software Assurance organization aims to make application security and software assurance scalable. We are a diverse team of architects, researchers, and engineers working on innovative security solutions within a large enterprise environment.

Work You’ll Do

Join as a Security Data Analyst to design and develop platforms analyzing large datasets for security and compliance, leveraging cybersecurity expertise to proactively address threats and embed secure coding practices throughout development stages.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in software development, engineering, or data analytics roles.
• Experience with data management, building scalable data platforms, and handling large datasets.
• Knowledge of API development and architectural patterns like REST or gRPC.
• Programming skills in Python, Go, Java, or similar languages.
• Understanding of data science concepts, including data preparation, exploration, and modeling.
• Proficiency with tools like Jupyter, pandas, matplotlib, seaborn, numpy.
• Experience with API testing/security tools: Postman, Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP.
• Strong knowledge of database systems such as MySQL.
• Hands-on experience with security and compliance frameworks.
• Knowledge of performance optimization for mobile applications.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, communication, and collaboration skills.

Nice to Have

• Experience with OCI cloud services.
• Experience with machine learning or AI in security.
• Familiarity with Agile, JIRA, Confluence.
• Knowledge of Software Assurance programs.

Responsibilities

• Architect and develop secure, high-performance data analysis platforms.
• Collaborate on data rules, data flows, and security threat analysis.
• Implement security best practices and compliance standards (OWASP, NIST, ISO-27001, etc.).
• Automate security controls, perform MySQL data integrity checks, create dashboards, and document architecture.
• Mentor junior engineers and stay updated on technological advancements.