OSB Senior Security Analyst

London
1 year ago
Applications closed

Job Title: Senior Security Analyst
Salary: circa £100k
Contract Type: Permanent (hybrid)
Start date: ASAP

Our client, a leading player in the tech industry, is seeking a talented individual to join their team as a Senior Security Analyst.

Why Join Our Client?

By joining the Oversight Board, you will be part of an organisation that is leading the charge on pivotal issues facing society and technology today. Embrace this opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where your contributions will be valued and recognised.

If you're a hands-on, forward-thinking professional ready to elevate your career in cybersecurity, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Chief Security Officer, the Senior Security Analyst will be responsible for:

Support the delivery of the Third-Party Risk / Vendor Management process including managing assessments and tooling.
Play a key role in supporting the Cyber Intelligence, Threat Detection, Crisis Preparedness and Response, Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Management efforts at the OSB.
Support operational workflows by performing risk-based security reviews of operational systems, applications and third-party integrations.
Engage with Technology colleagues and relevant partners to realise the full potential of the OSB's Security Operations capabilities.
Leverage a mix of technologies (detection and prevention), processes and human capital to ensure emerging, new, and existing cyber security threats to the organisation are managed appropriately. Responsibilities will include:

Monitor external intelligence sources to research and evaluate emerging cyber security and technology developments, threats and vulnerabilities of relevance to the OSB, and determine how to manage them adequately and effectively.
Plan for disaster recovery and create response and contingency plans in the event of security incidents.
Test and evaluate security solutions and advise on how they can be leveraged to address security challenges.
Coordinate penetration testing and 'ethical' hacking efforts for the OSB and ensure the delivery of actionable contextualised reports.
Perform security assessments of applications, systems, and networks, to identify potential weaknesses and ensure adequate defence against exploits of applicable vulnerabilities.
Monitor identity and access management, including monitoring for abuse of permissions by authorised system users.
Generate customised reports for both technical and non-technical staff and stakeholders on new threats or vulnerabilities driven by analysis, incidents, and adversary engagement.
Maintain an information security risk register and assist with internal and external audits relating to information security.
Assist with the creation, maintenance and delivery of a cyber security awareness programme for colleagues and other stakeholders. What You Bring:

Several years of experience in a senior cybersecurity position.
Preferred qualifications: CRISC, CISM, or equivalent.
Strong technical expertise in security controls, system, and network security.
In-depth understanding of cyber malware threats and attack vectors.
Experience in Threat Intelligence, Data Leakage Prevention, and SIEM solutions.
Background in cloud technologies and experience in international or regulated industries is a plus.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset.Our client offers a range of attractive perks, including hybrid working options, wellbeing support, a generous employer pension contribution, income protection, professional career development opportunities, a lifestyle allowance, and a healthcare plan.

Application Process:

If you are passionate about cyber security and want to make a difference in a dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you! Apply now and take the next step in your career the Oversight Board.

We welcome all applications for this role, however you will only be contacted if you have been shortlisted for this position.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you

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