Information Security Analyst
- Employer
- Pontoon
- Location
- London
- Salary
- 400.00 - 400.00 GBP Daily
- Closing date
- 28 Mar 2023
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- Sector
- IT
- Job Role
- Security Analyst
- Job Type
- Permanent
Information Security AnalystFinancial ServicesHybrid in London: 2 days per week onsite average6 monthsGBP400 per day
The Information Security Analyst role supports the Information Security Manager to enable business processes and innovative technology to deliver key business objectives in a secure manner which protects our reputation, organisational and customer data, in line with the risk appetite of the business The Information Security Analyst is responsible for enforcing the key components of the information security programme to ensure that technology products and services are secure by design and that all technology services can be delivered securely. The key disciplines within the role are:
- Information Security: Supporting the Information Security Management System, optimising controls, policies and standards in key functional areas across the Scheme. Investigate and respond to any information security events/incidents.
- Information Security Assurance activities: Delivering Information security assurance strategies, implementing continuous improvements, and delivering training programmes for each organisational department. Supporting Information Security audit activities.
- Information Security Risk: Conduct risk analysis and contribute to the prioritisation of information security initiatives based on risk and business need.
My Priorities – what I will deliver
Draft information security policies, methods, and processes as necessary
Support internal audits and reviews of the Information Security Management System as part of the ISMS audit programme and management review
Generate reports on Information Security metrics, key risk indicators (KRI) and compliance for stakeholders
Support audits/assessments interface for various internal and external stakeholder requirements (i.e., ISO27001 certification, GDPR compliance assessment, audits, and regulatory reviews).
Maintain Continuous Security Improvement Plan (CSIP)
Support the ISMS, including compliance with annual reviews to ensure its continuing suitability, adequacy, and effectiveness. This annual review includes assessing opportunities for improvement and the need for changes to the ISMS
Investigate any information security incidents and implement any corrective actions
Analyses incident reports, identify root causes and planned improvement actions and prepare summary reports for management, identifying any relevant trends, ISMS performance and any further recommendations for action
Support the delivery of 3rd Party Due Diligence assessments for new & existing relationships
Conduct annual information risk assessments on information assets, supported by asset and risk owners as appropriate, and identify significant threat changes and exposure of information and information processing facilities to threats
Act as SME for Information security exercising and incident management.
Display and promote working and personal behaviours that accord with the Scheme's. Values acting as a professional role model for all staff.
Deputies for Information Security Manager as required.
My knowledge – what I need to know
Security knowledge – Any IT security certifications in one of ISO 27001, CCSP, or equivalent would be highly advantageous
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of information risks and threats
Understanding of information security constraints and best practice.
Experience or knowledge of working with information security frameworks and standards such as ISO27001
Experience or knowledge of conducting information security risk assessments following industry standards
Awareness of data protection legislation and its application in a practical way
Experienced producing quality documentation, including management information, security dashboards, reports, policies, standards, and guidelines
Experience
Understanding of Incident Management
Experience with writing and socialising policies, standards and procedures
Understanding of information security concepts such as security architecture and design, Information security standards and information security risk assessment.
Understanding of business continuity and compliance and audit frameworks
Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered.Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Pontoon is an employment consultancy and operates as an equal opportunities employer.
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