Senior Security Analyst

Remote – Ad hoc travel

Up to £65,000

VIQU are seeking a Senior Security Analyst to join a non-profit organisation who work to support the London Insurance Market.

They are seeking a Senior Security Analyst to join their small security team, working across a wide range of projects to support the security operations, security assurance, risk management, governance and compliance.

Key Responsibilities of the Senior Security Analyst:

• Monitor and analyse security events to detect and address threats and vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with various teams to implement effective security controls and risk management strategies.
• Coordinate external penetration tests to identify weaknesses in systems, services, and applications.
• Conduct Third Party Security Assessments.
• Assist in developing and enforcing security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Support compliance efforts, including ISO 27001 certification and other relevant frameworks.
• Participate in incident response and contribute to security incident investigations.
• Provide security awareness training to staff and promote a security-conscious culture.
• Stay updated with industry trends, emerging threats, and best practices.

Essential Requirements of the Senior Security Analyst:

• 5+ years’ experience in roles such as Security Analyst, Risk Management, or similar positions.
• Deep technical knowledge of cloud platform security technologies, including but not limited to Microsoft Defender and Endpoint.
• Understanding of wider general infrastructure with Windows and Microsoft.
• Broad exposure to various security practices, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the field.
• Proficient in ISO 27001, NIST, and other pertinent security standards.
• Demonstrated experience in managing Microsoft Entra ID & M365, including Intune, Purview, and Microsoft Defender.
• Skilled in performing security assessments and continuous monitoring to ensure robust security postures.
• Previous experience working with ISO 27001, NIST, and other recognized security frameworks.
• Possession of relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CISM, CEH, or similar is highly desirable.
• Background in working within the financial services sector is preferred.

To discuss this opportunity further, APPLY NOW for a confidential conversation with your VIQU Consultant. For additional information, contact Katie Dark at (url removed).

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Senior Security Analyst

Remote – Ad Hoc Travel

Up to £65,000