Cyber Security Analyst - IT

Nottingham Building Society
united kingdom, uk
2 weeks ago
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Cyber Analyst - Nottingham City Contract type: PermanentHours: Full-time, 35 hours Location: Head Office, Nottingham (Hybrid working, minimum 2 days per week)Application process: comAs a Cyber Analyst you will play a crucial role in monitoring and responding to security threats, managing vulnerabilities, and ensuring robust cyber resilience within our diverse and regulated financial environment. Your efforts will help protect our systems and support a secure, inclusive workplace for everyone.Here’s a taste of what you will be doing as a Cyber Analyst at Nottingham Building Society: - Security Monitoring: Monitor and respond to security alerts across networks, systems, and cloud environments using SIEM and EDR tools. Incident Investigation: Investigate security incidents and support the full incident response lifecycle, including documentation and root cause analysis. Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and collaborate with IT teams to ensure timely remediation. Regulatory Compliance: Support compliance with regulatory requirements (FCA, PRA, GDPR) and internal security standards. Risk Assessments: Perform cyber risk assessments for third-party vendors and internal systems. Stay Informed: Stay informed of evolving cyber threats, industry trends, and regulatory changes affecting the financial sector.Solid grasp of networking, system administration, and secure configurations. Experience: 3-5 years of experience in cybersecurity or information security, ideally within financial services. Additional Qualifications: Experience with Microsoft 365 Security, cloud platforms (Azure, AWS), and relevant certifications (e.g., Previous experience with building societies, credit unions, or other regulated financial institutions is also advantageous.Reward & Benefits - A fair and competitive salary evaluated against market data, annual discretionary bonus scheme, Medicash healthcare scheme, 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays and enhanced family leave. Commitment and dedication to your ongoing personal and professional development. We help you to own and grow your potential so you can be at your best in your current role and to support your future career aspirations. For all full-time roles we work a 35-hour working week to promote a work/life balance, we want you to be at your best inside and outside of work. We’re passionate about giving back to the communities in which we serve as well as supporting local charities as part of the Samuel Fox Foundation. One of the many ways you can get involved is to use the 2 days per year paid leave to volunteer for causes or charities that are important to you. Embracing Diversity Together: -We proudly embrace and celebrate diversity as a fundamental cornerstone of our values. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is not just essential for our success but is also a reflection of the vibrant communities we serve. Our commitment to diversity extends beyond our internal culture to the way we approach advertising and engage with our customers.We acknowledge that diversity is not just a goal to be achieved but a continuous journey toward creating an environment that embraces differences and promotes equal opportunities for all. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that encourages collaboration, creativity, and a sense of belonging for every member of our community.Instead, we’re owned by our members and use our money to do good, investing in our community, responsible causes, and - well, you. So, we’re always striving to do the right thing for our team, communities and members.Although our history spans over 170 years, our purpose of helping our members save, plan for and protect their financial futures is enduring. At The Nottingham Building Society, we are dedicated to overcoming obstacles and turning challenges into opportunities. At the heart of our mission is our unwavering commitment to breaking down barriers and building better futures by helping our customers achieve the significant milestone of owning their own home.

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