Senior Business Analyst (Cybersecurity Operations)

Synechron; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 99,630; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Senior Business Analyst specializing in Cybersecurity to join their team in Sheffield. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of experience in large-scale organizations, focusing on developing Target Operating Models and IT strategies. Responsibilities include translating strategic objectives into technical solutions and managing requirements across the delivery lifecycle. This contract role offers a daily rate of £540 and is hybrid, allowing flexibility in work location.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years as a Business or Solution Analyst in large-scale organizations.
• Experience in producing Target Operating Models and defining IT strategies.
• Strong proficiency in Agile environments including writing Use Cases and User Stories.

Responsibilities

• Translate strategic objectives into technical solutions.
• Lead definition of Operations TOM and business outcomes.
• Manage requirements and quality assurance across delivery lifecycle.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure high-quality system solutions.

Skills

Business Analysis

Cybersecurity

Stakeholder Management

Agile Methodologies

JIRA

Confluence

Tools

MS Office

Visio

Job description

Senior Business Analyst – Cybersecurity Operations - £540 per day - 6 month contract (Inside IR35)

Location: Sheffield, UK (Hybrid)

Are you a seasoned Business Analyst with a passion for Cybersecurity? We are looking for a Senior Business Analyst to join our team in Sheffield, driving the evolution of our global security estate

In this role, you will be at the heart of our Cybersecurity Operations and Intelligence function. You will work directly with the Head of Programme Delivery to shape the Target Operating Model (TOM) and ensure our systems are equipped to detect and repel global threats

The Role

You will be responsible for translating complex strategic objectives into tangible technical solutions This involves:

• Leading the definition of the Operations TOM and clear business outcomes.
• Driving the delivery of complex, front-to-back functional changes and system enhancements
• Managing requirements and quality assurance across the full delivery lifecycle.
• Co-ordinating with senior stakeholders and delivery teams to ensure cost-efficient, high-quality system solutions.

Major Requirements

To be successful in this high-impact position, you should possess:

• Experience: A minimum of 5 years as a Business or Solution Analyst, specifically within complex, large-scale organisations
• Strategy & Design: Proven experience in producing Target Operating Models and defining IT strategies.
• Methodology: Strong proficiency in Agile environments (ideally Scrum or SAFe), including writing Use Cases, User Stories, and Acceptance Test scenarios11.
• Technical Tooling: High level of competency with JIRA/Confluence, Visio, and MS Office.
• Stakeholder Management: Exceptional communication skills with the ability to maintain strong relations with business leaders and navigate fast-paced, changing priorities