Security Consultant

Barclays; Knutsford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading bank as a Security Analyst, where you will drive innovation in digital security. You'll oversee risk assessments, implement secure systems, and collaborate with teams to enhance security measures. This role requires technical expertise and strong communication skills to support the bank's objectives.

Qualifications

• Experience with computer networks, operating systems, databases, and architectural principles.
• Background in software development or business analysis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct security risk assessments and develop threat models.
• Oversee technology change governance within control functions.
• Collaborate on incident response and investigations.

Skills

Technical awareness

Strong written and verbal reasoning skills

Teamwork

Education

CISSP Certification

Tools

PCI-DSS

OWASP

Job description

Embark on a transformative journey as a Security Analyst at Barclays, where you'll spearhead the evolution of our digital landscape, driving innovation and excellence. You will harness cutting-edge technology to revolutionise our digital offerings, ensuring unapparelled customer experiences.

To be successful as a Security Analyst, you should have experience with:

• Technical awareness with a working understanding of computer networks, operating systems, databases, websites, and architectural principles.
• Strong written and verbal reasoning skills – comfortable with technical writing and review.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Other highly valued skills may include:

• Current security certification such as CISSP (preferred).
• Experience with PCI-DSS.
• Background in software development or business analysis disciplines, including awareness of OWASP.

The role may involve assessment on key skills like risk management, controls, change and transformation, business acumen, strategic thinking, and technical expertise.

Location: Knutsford office.

Purpose of the role

Support 'secure by design' principles, aiding the bank’s change programs, designing and implementing secure systems across data security, risk management, asset security, security architecture (including cloud security), communications, networks, security operations, software development, security testing, and identity and access management (IAM).

Accountabilities

• Oversee technology change governance within control functions or security guilds.
• Conduct security risk assessments and develop threat models during the development lifecycle to identify vulnerabilities and embed security controls.
• Facilitate DevSecOps practices by engaging early with stakeholders for security advice and influence security strategies to support business and technology evolution.
• Provide security reviews for third-party products and services.
• Manage residual risks in accordance with the enterprise risk management framework.
• Collaborate on incident response and investigations, sharing security insights.
• Develop and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures aligned with risk tolerance and regulatory requirements.

Analyst Expectations

• Perform activities promptly and to high standards, fostering continuous improvement.
• Possess deep technical expertise in their area.
• Lead or support teams, guiding professional development and resource allocation.
• Demonstrate leadership behaviors if in a leadership role or develop technical expertise if an individual contributor.
• Impact related teams and partner across functions.
• Own operational activities and escalate issues appropriately.
• Embed new policies and manage risks effectively.
• Advise on decision-making and control improvements.
• Maintain understanding of how their sub-function integrates within the organization.
• Make evaluative judgments and resolve problems based on technical experience.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, acting as a contact point outside the immediate team.

All colleagues are expected to embody Barclays Values: Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship, and to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset: Empower, Challenge, Drive.