We are looking for an Interim Security Analyst to join our Group Technology, Information Security team. This role is Hybrid with the ability to work from offices in Milton Keynes, Dunstable & Leighton Buzzard area 1-2 days per week as required.
You will carry out regular operational activities to manage and assess the Connells Group security posture as part of the Security Analyst team, including:
Performing security control checks and assuring appropriate controls are in place and are operating effectively. Compliance status monitoring and documentation. Support for security investigations and incidents. Security-related support for the Group Technology Team and the wider business. Responsibilities: Carry out security control tasks to schedule, recording results and escalating when appropriate. Day to day security support for the Group Technology team and the wider business e.g. reviewing website access requests, assessing anti-virus compliance position, reviewing suspicious emails. Support of security investigation activities including the analysis of and response to threat intelligence. Address security alerts reported through 3rd parties, e.g. our Managed Security Service Provider, to ensure tickets are investigated and resolved within SLA's. Produce and maintain security process documentation and MI. Report regularly on progress/issues. Provide support to the other members of the Security team as required. Identify and implement opportunities for continuous improvement and highlighting security risks. Experience & skills required: Experience of Security-related activities in an IT Security function setting or equivalent. Good analytical skills, with a focus for detail and accuracy. Working knowledge of security principles. Knowledge of key technology components, such as servers, networking, core desktop products, email and internet. Awareness of current and emerging security threats. Willingness to develop knowledge in Cyber, Information Security, Risk and Data Protection areas. Good communications skills, and able to explain security terminology to non-technical people. Ability to work independently, with integrity & manage time effectively as well as working effectively within the Security team. Ability to manage multiple activities. Be proactive, organised and demonstrate a willingness to take ownership of actions. Able to develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Willingness to work outside of core hours on occasion. Be happy to flex between activities to support changing priorities as required. #J-18808-Ljbffr