Information Security Analyst

Overview

Job Title: Information Security Analyst

Location: London

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

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Are you passionate about making life science life changing and delivering impact for patients? We want to hear from you.

As Information Security Analyst you will be the champion of information security across Life Arc and will be responsible for evaluating, testing, monitoring and maintaining Life Arc's information security policies, procedures and systems.

The Information Security Analyst will be our front-line defender to ensure security controls and processes are aligned with industry standards such as ISO 27001 and overall cyber security. You will be expected to continuously monitor networks and systems for threats and respond to security incidents. Working collaboratively with the Information Security Lead and the wider technology team, you will identify and investigate security risks or violations, determine root causes, and recommend improvements to prevent future incidents.

This role is essential for safeguarding Life Arc's critical information and IT systems, ensuring robust data protection, regulatory compliance and uninterrupted business operations.

• Implement, maintain, and monitor core security controls including but not limited to; managing user access, hardening systems, and ensuring all protective tools and patches are up to date and functioning effectively across Life Arc.
• Continuous monitoring and incident detection through monitoring networks, servers, and endpoints for signs of security incidents or anomalies. Investigate alerts to determine validity and severity.
• Create, implement and oversee identity management systems in line with security and compliance need, and managing privileged access using the principle of least privilege.
• Champion compliance with frameworks such as ISO 27001 and help prepare evidence or documentation for any security audits or assessments.
• Perform vulnerability scanning on systems and networks and identify security risks and exposures in the technology environment.

• Strong hands-on knowledge of IT systems and security technologies.
• Experience with configuration of tools such as firewalls, and encryption solutions.
• Good working knowledge of industry security standards and frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, SOC2, or CIS Controls.
• Ability to analyse and interpret security risks - including understanding common threat vectors and vulnerabilities.
• Experience with incident response processes and, ideally, basic digital forensics.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Information Technology or a related field is highly desirable.
• CompTIA Security+ or other industry-recognised certifications such as GIAC (Global Information Assurance Certifications).

• Specialised training in areas such as incident response, digital forensics, cloud security, or ethical hacking can be advantageous

• Strong attention to detail when dealing with sensitive data and security records
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Cross-functional communication to be able to communicate and collaborate with non-security specialists.
• Ability to work with high integrity and confidentiality given the sensitive nature of the work; ensuring an ethical conduct is always practised.

Life Arc is a not-for-profit life science organisation, leading the way for change in rare diseases in the UK and supporting promising initiatives in global health. We seek out research in areas of unmet need that has great potential, providing support to help it become breakthroughs that change lives.

Focused on finding life changing solutions for underserved patients, our people thrive in an inclusive, and supportive environment that prioritises their health and wellbeing. Our multidisciplinary approach guarantees our people growth opportunities, while our culture of innovation and collaboration drives the impact we make delivering on our purpose of 'putting patients at the centre of everything we do'.

Life Arc is committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible and developing a culture that values differences. As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee an interview to candidates with a disability or long-term health condition who meet the essential criteria for the role.

Please note that in certain situations, such as high volumes of applications, it may not be practical to interview all eligible candidates. In these cases, we may need to select those who best meet the essential criteria. (At Life Arc, the Disability Confident Scheme's 'minimum criteria' is referred to as 'essential criteria').

Salary will be determined by qualifications and experience…