Analyst Information Security / Security Engineer

Applied Materials; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Global exposure

Job summary

EY is seeking an Information Security Analyst – Sr. Associate in Bengaluru to help protect client and EY information assets. You will join a global team supporting governance, risk, and compliance, including third‑party security attestations and SOC/IS audits.

The role emphasizes collaboration across IT, compliance, and security teams in a fast‑paced environment. Applicants should have 3+ years in information security or tech audits, strong documentation skills, and familiarity with ISMS/ISO

Qualifications

• Min 3 years of information security or technology audit experience.
• Ability to document processes with accuracy and clarity.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to quickly grasp complex technical concepts and convey them effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop information security technical audit plans and schedules based on client demands and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain the Information Security Management System (ISMS) and participate in ISO activities.
• Collaborate with IT, compliance, and other stakeholders to align audit activities with goals.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation of vulnerabilities, remediation plans, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Stay informed about emerging threats and security vulnerabilities across the technology stack.

Skills

InfoSec audit

Regulatory compliance

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or higher in IT or Cyber Security

Job description

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

Information Security Analyst – Sr. Associate

Today's world is fueled by vast amounts of information. Data is more valuable than ever before. Protecting data and information systems is central to doing business, and everyone in EY Information Security has a critical role to play. Join a global team of over 950 people who collaborate to support the business of EY by protecting EY and client information assets! Our Information Security professionals enable EY to work securely and deliver secure products and services, as well as detect and quickly respond to security events as they happen. Together, the efforts of our dedicated team helps protect the EY brand and build client trust. Within Information Security we blend risk strategy, digital identity, cyber defense, application security and technology solutions as we consider the entire security lifecycle. You will join a team of hardworking, security-focused individuals dedicated to supporting, protecting and enabling the business through innovative, secure solutions that provide speed to market and business value.

The opportunity

The Technology Assurance, Risk, and Policy (TARP) function within Information Security strives to create and promote a holistic Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) program by creating a robust, resilient, and proactive governance framework, supported by a strategic risk management approach and stringent compliance structures. It aims to integrate and align its GRC initiatives in line with the global firm's objectives and emerging threats within the cybersecurity landscape.

The Technology Assurance team develops provides security assurance on EY’s deployed technology to internal and external stakeholders. The team members act as subject matter experts across a number of information and cyber security disciplines that include, among others, application and network penetrating testing and vulnerabilities identification, information security audits, compliance to cyber security and regulatory frameworks, and conducting or coordinating security audits and assessments. The team develops the overall strategy and for implementing various technical attack and penetration assessment, information security audits like HITRUST, SOC 1 and SOC 2 to provide third‑party assurance to EY’s Clients in EY’s senior leadership.

The team is responsible of overseeing and leading the technical audit process that includes third‑party external assessments of client‑facing critical business applications, M365 Teams Apps, Network, cloud configuration reviews, infrastructure reviews, UK Cyber Essentials Plus Certification and UK IT Health Check Certification. The team manages Attack and Penetration testing controls based on Industry Standards and obtain third‑party security attestations/certifications to enable EY Business to win in the market. The team also manages and maintains the firm’s ISO ** certifications is responsible for the end‑end delivery of attestation audits like SOC 1 and SOC2. Technical compliance to regulatory framework like Internation Standard on Quality Management (ISQM) is also a responsibility of the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Create creating various process documents and assist with the maintenance of the team’s internal procedure and process documents.
• Assist with one or more of the following areas:
  • Develop comprehensive Information Security technical audit plans and schedules based on client demands, regulatory requirements, industry best practices, and organizational objectives.
  • Maintain the firm’s Information Security Management System (ISMS) and participate in the various ISO ** activities like risk assessments, maintain monitoring framework for key security metrics and remediation tracking of observations and finding.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including IT teams, compliance teams, ET and CT, to ensure alignment of audit activities with organizational goals and priorities.
  • Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date documentation of vulnerabilities, remediation plans, and risk mitigation strategies to share with stakeholders and clients.
  • Stay informed about emerging threats, attack vectors, and security vulnerabilities affecting the organization’s technology stack.
  • Collaboration with other Information Security groups and external stakeholders across EY is key to this role.

Skills and attributes for success

• Strong Background in various Information Technology domains
• Working knowledge of Information Security concepts
• Excellent organizational and coordination abilities
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, and analyse information
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to a fast‑moving environment
• Critical thinking skills
• Strong time management skills

To qualify for the role you must have

• Min 3 years of experience in an information security or technology audit field
• Ability to work collaboratively with various teams to obtain an in‑depth understanding of the process and the documentation requirements
• Ability to deliver high quality documentation paying attention to every detail
• Ability to quickly grasp complex technical concepts and make them easily understandable in text and pictures
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be a strong multi‑tasker and be able to prioritize duties
• Ideally, you’ll also have Bachelors or above in Information Technology or Cyber Security related Degrees
• Ideally, you’ll also have Keen interest in pursuing relevant Information Security Certifications like CISSP, CISM, ISO ** lead auditor, ISO ** lead auditor/implementer, CISA, etc.

What we offer

As part of this role, you will work in a highly coordinated, globally diverse team with the opportunity and tools to grow, develop and drive your career forward. Here, you can combine global opportunity with flexible working. The EY benefits package goes above and beyond too, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well‑being. Your recruiter can talk to you about the benefits available in your country. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

• Continuous learning: You will develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a significant impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You will be accepted for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

EY | Building a better working world

EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long‑term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets. Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate. Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.