Security & Abuse Monitoring Analyst (Operations)

Government Recruitment Service; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability Confident employer scheme

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 and identify unusual behaviour which may indicate inappropriate access to information, misuse of systems or potential breaches of policy.

This permanent, full-time role in Blackpool offers a collaborative environment where learning, knowledge sharing and continuous improvement are actively encouraged.

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 and identify unusual behaviour which may indicate inappropriate access to information, misuse of systems or potential breaches of policy.

This permanent, full-time role in Blackpool offers a collaborative environment where learning, knowledge sharing and continuous improvement are actively encouraged.