Senior Information Security Analyst

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Information Security Analyst to join their dedicated team in Aberdeen . This pivotal role involves safeguarding the organisation's digital assets and critical infrastructure against evolving cyber threats. You will be instrumental in developing, implementing, and managing robust security strategies, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. This is an excellent opportunity for a security professional looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, contributing to a culture that prioritizes security awareness and proactive threat mitigation across all departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and vulnerability analyses across the IT infrastructure.
• Develop, implement, and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures to protect company data and systems.
• Monitor security systems, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and SIEM tools, to identify and respond to security incidents.
• Lead incident response efforts, including investigation, containment, eradication, and recovery from security breaches.
• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure security is integrated into all stages of the system development lifecycle.
• Provide security awareness training and guidance to employees across the organisation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in information security roles, with a focus on threat analysis and incident response.
• Proven expertise in cybersecurity principles, network security, and various security technologies.
• Experience with security frameworks such as ISO 27001 or NIST.
• Relevant security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, Security+) are highly desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive private medical insurance and health benefits package.
• Generous annual leave allowance and public holiday provisions.
• Opportunities for professional development, training, and attending industry conferences.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment with a focus on career progression.