We are seeking an experienced Information Security Analyst to provide specialist technical expertise within a financial services environment. The successful candidate will resolve complex security issues, implement and maintain security technologies, and strengthen the processes and standards that protect business systems.
This role requires a hands-on security specialist who can work independently, advise stakeholders and mentor other analysts and administrators.
Key Responsibilities
- Investigate and resolve complex technical information security issues, working with business and technology stakeholders to develop effective solutions.
- Implement, support and optimise security technologies, ensuring the stability and availability of the environments under your responsibility.
- Analyse system logs, security reports and management information to identify deviations, investigate issues and implement corrective actions.
- Plan, assess and implement security changes across low-, medium- and high-risk categories, verifying successful implementation and addressing associated risks.
- Create, maintain and review information security standards, processes and procedures.
- Monitor security environments for alignment with established policies, standards and best practices.
- Evaluate new security products and solutions, define selection criteria, and participate in research, proofs of concept and technology assessments.
- Support the implementation and operational handover of new security technologies.
- Review project documentation and provide technical security input throughout the system development life cycle.
- Identify opportunities to improve security processes, reduce risk and deliver cost-effective solutions.
- Collaborate with vendors and internal teams on security products, services and incident resolution.
- Provide technical guidance, supervision and mentoring to security administrators and analysts.
- Stay informed about emerging threats, attack vectors and developments in security technology.
- Provide support outside normal working hours when required to resolve critical issues and maintain service availability.
Minimum Requirements
- An advanced diploma or relevant bachelor’s degree.
- CISSP, CISM or a relevant equivalent security qualification/certification is essential.
- 10–15 years’ experience in an IT environment.
- At least two years’ experience in a senior role within a relevant technical discipline.
- At least 3–5 years’ experience specialising in an information security technology.
- Demonstrated experience implementing, supporting and troubleshooting security technologies.
- Experience managing technical changes, resolving incidents and maintaining operational stability.
Technical Knowledge and Skills
- Information security threats, attack vectors and security principles.
- Information security policies, standards and procedures.
- Governance, risk and controls.
- TCP/IP networking and relevant operating systems.
- System log analysis, reporting and data analysis.
- System development life cycle and project delivery principles.
- Relevant regulatory requirements.
- Vendor management and technical stakeholder engagement.
- Clear technical documentation and business writing.
Personal Attributes
- Strong analytical judgement and problem-solving ability.
- Confidence working independently and taking ownership of complex issues.
- Ability to explain technical matters clearly and influence stakeholders.
- A collaborative approach and willingness to share knowledge.
- Ability to coach and develop colleagues.
- A practical approach to improving processes and introducing new solutions.
Desired Skills:
- Information Security Analyst
- Senior Information Security Analyst
- Information Security Specialist