Senior Information Security Analyst, SOC (Stoke)

Who we are looking for A Senior Information Security Analyst who will focus on the technical side of information security to ensure IT systems are built and operated in a secure manner. The Information Security team monitor our live operation, creating and reacting to alerts and other anomalies identified through automated tools or manual analysis. The Security Operations Centre (SOC) function own the end to end process from alert to resolution and are a major part of the cyber incident management process. As such, they are both a reviewer of alerts and the resolver group, not necessarily fixing, but certainly identifying the issue. As part of the SOC function, you will work closely with the engineering arm of the team to define requirements of the tools and on board new functionality. You will also work with colleagues in the governance and compliance functions to ensure appropriate usage of data. We use class leading, enterprise level tools to identify threats to the systems as well as in-house developed scripts and internet research. The day to day work is fast paced and dynamic as we react to a changing landscape, both from a business priority change and a threat landscape. This role is eligible for inclusion in the Company s hybrid working from home policy. Preferred skills and experience Experience of taking a lead role championing information security aspects, both up front and throughout the project lifecycle. Ability to demonstrate a high level of hands on technical experience securing operating systems and use of security related tools. Demonstrable experience of security related technical investigations. Working knowledge of industry standard information security practices. Knowledge of developments in security technologies and their applications. Awareness of PCI DSS at current version. Excellent communication and documentation skills, as well as, high attention to detail. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work to deadlines. Pragmatic approach to the administration of governance and risk. Display a committed, flexible, can do attitude towards work. Main Responsibilities Owning the technical aspect of the incident management process related to information security issues. Undertaking security related investigations. Overseeing the daily security operational processes and acting as an escalation point where necessary. Responding to, and reporting on, system alerts from various monitoring technologies. Leading the project process to ensure that information security aspects are considered up front and throughout the project lifecycle. Developing a thorough understanding of the Business, whilst supporting other members of the team. Liaising with the Business to ensure that information security requirements within each of the different jurisdictions in which we operate are complied with. Creating technical documentation. Taking an active role in audits as necessary. By applying to us you are agreeing to share your Personal Data in accordance with our Recruitment Privacy Policy -