Information Security Analyst

Working closely with business and technical stakeholders, you will contribute to information security strategy, evaluate new technologies, drive security improvements, and support the implementation of secure solutions. This role offers the opportunity to work on large-scale security initiatives while mentoring junior team members and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

If you're passionate about cyber security, risk management, and advanced security technologies, this role offers excellent exposure, influence, and career growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert analysis and guidance on complex information security issues and technologies
• Collaborate with technical and business stakeholders to implement secure solutions
• Analyse security logs, reports, and system events to identify risks and security improvements
• Evaluate, test, and support the implementation of new security technologies and solutions
• Participate in proof-of-concept and research initiatives for emerging security technologies
• Create, maintain, and review security standards, procedures, and controls
• Monitor environments to ensure compliance with information security policies and standards
• Implement security-related changes and manage security risk remediation activities
• Review project documentation and ensure security requirements are appropriately addressed
• Provide technical mentoring, coaching, and knowledge sharing to analysts and administrators
• Assist with vendor engagements and technology selection processes
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across security processes, systems, and controls

• Education: Advanced Diploma, Degree, or equivalent qualification in Information Technology, Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field
• Certifications (Essential):
• CISSP
• CISM
• Or equivalent Information Security certification
• Experience:
• 10-15 years' experience within an IT environment
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a senior technical role
• 3-5 years' specialised experience within Information Security technologies
• Experience implementing and supporting enterprise security solutions
• Experience mentoring and guiding technical teams
• Technical Skills:
• Information Security Technologies
• Security Policies, Standards, and Governance
• Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Attack Vectors
• Security Monitoring and Incident Analysis
• Risk Management and Security Controls
• Operating Systems and Infrastructure Security
• TCP/IP and Networking Fundamentals
• SDLC and Secure Development Principles
• Vendor and Security Product Management
• Data Analysis and Reporting
• Advantageous:
• Banking or Financial Services industry experience
• Project Management exposure
• Governance, Risk, and Compliance experience
• Additional Requirements:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to influence and drive security best practices
• Strong mentoring and coaching capabilities
• Ability to work independently and support critical incidents outside normal business hours when required

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I also specialise in recruiting in the following:

• Data Engineer
• Software Developer
• Data Analyst
• Infrastructure
• Architecture …and more!

For more information, contact:

Karmishka Naidoo

Specialist Recruitment Consultant

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