Senior Information Security Analyst

Fieldfisher; United States; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Health cash plan

Dental insurance

Life assurance

Critical illness insurance

Matched pension contributions up to 7%

Holiday trading

Generous annual leave

Pension contributions

Season ticket loans

Bike to work loans

Job summary

Fieldfisher is seeking a Senior Information Security Analyst to help implement our security strategy, manage risk, oversee vendor risk and lead business continuity planning. The role involves acting as deputy to the Head of Information Security and coordinating across departments to enforce security policies.

You will develop policies, oversee audits, manage incidents, and stay ahead of threats with a focus on leadership and clear communication. Hybrid work arrangements are offered.

Qualifications

• Professional security management certification such as CISSP, CISM or CISA.
• Proven experience in a similar role, preferably in professional services.
• Experience operating under ISO27001 and Cyber Essentials Plus or similar.
• Strong knowledge of information security concepts, risk and vendor risk management, and business continuity/crisis management.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as deputy for the Head of Information Security and help shape security strategy.
• Develop and implement information security policies and controls; assess risk and vendor risk.
• Manage audit findings and ensure timely remediations across departments.
• Develop and manage business continuity and crisis management plans.
• Coordinate with departments to enforce security policies and provide staff training.
• Stay updated on threats and technologies to strengthen defenses.

Skills

CISSP

CISM

CISA

InfoSec concepts

Risk management

Vendor risk

Business continuity

Leadership

Communication

Tools

ISO27001

Cyber Essentials Plus

Job description

VacancyJoin Fieldfisher as a Senior Information Security Analyst! We are seeking an experienced Senior Information Security Analyst to join our global team. The successful candidate will be responsible for helping implement the security strategy, managing risk, vendor risk management, and business continuity/crisis management.

Inclusiveness and Diversity

At Fieldfisher, led by the social model of disability, we are working towards removing accessibility barriers and maximising disability and neurodiversity inclusion in our recruitment processes. Should you have any accessibility requirements, please contact a member of Fieldfisher's Recruitment Team who will work with you to implement suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are treated in the strictest of confidence and we would appreciate your feedback to ensure we can provide an accessible and enjoyable recruitment process.

Key Responsibilities

• Acting as a deputy for the Head of Information Security.
• In conjunction with the Head of Information Security, develop and implement information security policies, standards and documentation ensuring compliance with all applicable legal or regulatory regular risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and propose mitigation all security certifications to ensure compliance to applicable standards and vendor risk by conducting security assessments of third‑party providers.
• Manage audit findings (internal, external and client‑driven) to ensure that business departments understand issues and that remediations effectively mitigate information security risks.
• Develop and manage the firm's business continuity and crisis management plans.
• Coordinate with various departments to ensure the firm's security policies are adhered to.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on information security best practices.
• Stay updated on the latest industry trends, threats, and security technologies.

Qualifications

• Professional security management certification, such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or similar.
• Proven experience in a similar role, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Experience of operating in a similar role within the framework of and adhering to requirements of ISO27001 and Cyber Essentials Plus or similar standards.
• Strong knowledge of information security concepts and technologies, risk and vendor risk management, and business continuity/crisis management.
• Excellent problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Who are we looking for?

We don't have a type. We believe our differences are our strength; varied cultures, approaches and experience can only benefit us.

What do we offer?

You can be yourself: It takes everyone to make us who we are. We're a culture of diverse perspectives, with each of us making unique contributions that make us better together.

Office and Work Arrangements

In the office or WFH?: We think the best balance is more time in the office than at home, so we operate a 60:40 rule.

Benefits

• Private medical insurance
• Health cash plan
• Dental insurance
• Life assurance
• Critical illness insurance
• Matched pension contributions up to 7%
• Holiday trading
• Generous annual leave
• Health insurance
• Pension contributions
• Season ticket loans
• Bike to work loans

Modern Office Space

Located on Adelaide Street in Belfast City Centre, with excellent commuter links and parking nearby.

Professional Development

Take a 'build a career' approach to your training. You'll be on a pathway but free to wander if you see something you'd like to study more closely.

Employees’ Interests

We have clubs, affinity networks, inclusive events, and pro bono/charity programmes.

Support & Family Friendly

We invest in helping our people build fulfilling careers while maintaining a healthy balance with life outside work. From professional development opportunities and wellbeing initiatives to flexible ways of working, we're committed to creating an environment where people can thrive. As part of our People First approach, we offer a range of support for colleagues and their families.

Inclusion at Fieldfisher

We want everyone at Fieldfisher to feel respected, valued and able to succeed. We're committed to attracting, developing and retaining talented people from all backgrounds and creating opportunities for colleagues to grow and thrive. We believe that different experiences and perspectives strengthen our firm, our teams and the service we provide to clients. Our Inclusion Networks, colleague‑led initiatives, awareness campaigns and learning programmes help build community, encourage understanding and support an environment where everyone feels they belong.

The Firm

We are not a UK firm with offices in Europe. We are a European law firm at our core. While our HQ is London, we are spreading across Europe at pace. In addition to UK, China and Silicon Valley we have offices in Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal and Spain. With 28 offices across 14 countries, we work collaboratively with each of our offices to ensure our clients receive the best advice and support. You might expect an impersonal office culture, but you will find a homely, family feel even in the largest offices. Quality on both sides. Across all our offices and jurisdictions are market‑leading practices in corporate/M&A, finance, real estate, energy and natural resources, technology and life sciences. We count as clients large corporations including major technology firms, pharmaceutical and life sciences companies, energy suppliers, infrastructure companies, global banks and financial institutions. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and are actively working towards improving the diversity of our staff. Applications will be considered on merit and the applicant's suitability to meet the requirements of the role.

Testimonials

• It is great being in a firm which "gets" cross‑office working - to feel properly part of a national team and to work with colleagues in other specialisms who are unconstrained by geography.
• I consider Fieldfisher to be a progressive firm with an understanding of social values. I'm pleased that staff is able to have input in the firm's direction and purpose as well as help to shape wider society. I'm encouraged to perform by being able to develop in a natural way, whilst being supported at every step. Fieldfisher has managed to nurture a really positive and friendly culture. If they have drive and ambition, I would encourage anybody looking for a role here to grab the opportunity.
• Since joining Fieldfisher in 2016, I have progressed from an entry‑level secretarial role to an experienced executive assistant. This was made possible by a supportive and inclusive working environment that allows staff to progress at a pace that is best suited to them which in turn makes for well‑rounded, home‑grown talent. The firm strikes a great balance between providing the foundations for success and autonomy of your own growth and development. An insight I would give to potential applicants is that Fieldfisher offers the opportunity for a career and a sense of belonging to a community and not just a job.