40 Cyber Intelligence jobs in the United Kingdom
Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst
Posted 8 days ago
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Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst
Akkodis are currently working in partnership with a leading service provider to recruit a Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst to join a leading Cyber Defence Team and play a pivotal role in providing actionable technical intelligence to detection engineers, threat hunters and security operations.
This role offers a highly competitive salary and the opportunity for remote working.
The Role
As a Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst you will support the rest of the Cyber Defence engineering team in regard to the roadmap and what to focus on. You will share intel to help them understand what's emerging as well as what advanced persistent threat actors are leveraging to compromise systems.
You will work directly across all areas of Cyber Defence to produce bespoke and technical intelligence across Tactical, Strategic, and Operational intelligence.
The Responsibilities
- Conduct in-depth analysis of threat groups, their capabilities, motivations, and tactics
- A strong understanding of threats posed
- Articulate complex concepts to various stakeholders across the business.
- Knowledge of tactics, techniques and procedures (TTPs) that involve cloud technology.
- Proficiency in relevant cyber threat intelligence tools and technologies.
- Self-motivated with strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- A strong attention to detail including being able to find new and emerging threats/malware that impact systems and technology.
- Consume new threat reports, extracting relevant and actionable intelligence including TTPs and behavioural indicators.
- Working closely with detection engineers and threat hunters to build bespoke detections to detect novel TTPs based on intelligence.
- Develop comprehensive threat intelligence reports detailing your findings, risk assessments, and recommended mitigation strategies.
- Monitor and gather threat intelligence from open sources, dark web forums, industry feeds, and other relevant data sources.
The Requirements
- Strong analytical skills and attention for detail.
- Strong automation and scripting skills.
- Strong stakeholder management skillset with a proven ability to get things done.
- High technical aptitude and a deep understanding of the current cyber threat landscapes including what threats are relevant to the business.
- Good public speaking and presentation skills.
- Subject matter expert in technical threat intelligence.
If you are looking for an exciting new challenge to play a pivotal part in a leading organisation please apply now.
Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law.
Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers.
By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/ or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst
Posted 16 days ago
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Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst
Akkodis are currently working in partnership with a leading service provider to recruit a Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst to join a leading Cyber Defence Team and play a pivotal role in providing actionable technical intelligence to detection engineers, threat hunters and security operations.
This role offers a highly competitive salary and the opportunity for remote working.
The Role
As a Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst you will support the rest of the Cyber Defence engineering team in regard to the roadmap and what to focus on. You will share intel to help them understand what's emerging as well as what advanced persistent threat actors are leveraging to compromise systems.
You will work directly across all areas of Cyber Defence to produce bespoke and technical intelligence across Tactical, Strategic, and Operational intelligence.
The Responsibilities
- Conduct in-depth analysis of threat groups, their capabilities, motivations, and tactics
- A strong understanding of threats posed
- Articulate complex concepts to various stakeholders across the business.
- Knowledge of tactics, techniques and procedures (TTPs) that involve cloud technology.
- Proficiency in relevant cyber threat intelligence tools and technologies.
- Self-motivated with strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- A strong attention to detail including being able to find new and emerging threats/malware that impact systems and technology.
- Consume new threat reports, extracting relevant and actionable intelligence including TTPs and behavioural indicators.
- Working closely with detection engineers and threat hunters to build bespoke detections to detect novel TTPs based on intelligence.
- Develop comprehensive threat intelligence reports detailing your findings, risk assessments, and recommended mitigation strategies.
- Monitor and gather threat intelligence from open sources, dark web forums, industry feeds, and other relevant data sources.
The Requirements
- Strong analytical skills and attention for detail.
- Strong automation and scripting skills.
- Strong stakeholder management skillset with a proven ability to get things done.
- High technical aptitude and a deep understanding of the current cyber threat landscapes including what threats are relevant to the business.
- Good public speaking and presentation skills.
- Subject matter expert in technical threat intelligence.
If you are looking for an exciting new challenge to play a pivotal part in a leading organisation please apply now.
Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law.
Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers.
By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/ or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst
Posted 10 days ago
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Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst
We are helping a household name that impacts all of our lives to develop new cyber capabilities from the ground up. They're looking for a Cyber Threat Intelligence analyst to help out with their Threat Intell function and keep them ahead of the curve when it comes to threat management and security automation.
This is a rare opportunity to join a large organisation a.
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Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst
Posted 11 days ago
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Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst
Location:
Preston, Frimley or Filton
We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.
Salary:
Circa £45,000 depending on experience
What you'll be doing:
Performing threat research to identify threats relevant to BAE Systems, including collecting, processing, and disseminating actionable, high fidelity threat intelligencenAssisting with the identification of current tactics, techniques, & procedures (TTPs) and Indicators of Compromise (IOC)nUses analysis techniques useful for investigating suspected attacks and perform intelligence taskingnWill develop and maintain knowledge of cyber security threats, analyst toolsets and relevant activity group tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs)nYour skills and experiences:
Essential:
An understanding of Cyber Threat Intelligence techniques and best practicenKnowledge of cyber threat landscape, current affairs, and geopolitics, including activity groups and how to apply this knowledge within an operational environmentnDesirable:
Knowledge of the types of threat actors and how they operatenKnowledge of network protocols such as HTTP(S), SMTP, TCP, SSL/TLSnExperience of open-source intelligence (OSINT) collection, toolsets, and analysisnCREST & GIAC qualifications or equivalent proven industry experiencenBenefits:
As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.
The Cyber Operations team:
Cyber Operations is responsible for protecting BAE Systems from Cyber Attack by various threat actors. Not only do we protect BAE Systems and its employees, indirectly we protect those who protect us - who serve in our military and rely on the products and services we create. Across Threat Intelligence, Detection, Incident Response and now Active Defence we work to evolve cyber operations as a world class capability.
Why BAE Systems?
This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.
Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.
Closing Date:
21 st July 2025
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
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Cyber Threat Intelligence Regional Lead
Posted 3 days ago
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The Regional Lead will oversee the team's operations in the UK/EU time-zone, including oversight of regional staff, driving quality control, collaboration with other cyber-technical functions in the region, and working with senior leaders. The role will also help maintain our network of global intelligence partners.
Direct experience in cyber threat intelligence is a necessity. This is a hybrid role with an in-office attendance component. Experience in fusion center operating environments or crisis response will be helpful.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Lead the regional co-ordination of a cyber threat intelligence function
+ Support local leadership and business in their intelligence needs
+ Provide intelligence support to adjacent teams in a fusion center environment.
+ Oversee quality control and production strategy for the region
+ Conduct internal and external briefings on a regular basis, including to company leadership, to peer sharing environments, and to customers and clients.
+ Contribute to the management of a large and complex team, including resourcing, budget, project management, policy and formulation, and short to medium term planning.
+ Contribute analysis as needed, and mentor the team in good CTI practices.
+ Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency, as well as effectively supervise the activity of others and create accountability with those who fail to maintain these standards.
**Qualifications:**
+ 10+ years of relevant experience
+ Previous experience in cyber threat intelligence (CTI) functions
+ Previous management experience
+ Advanced analytical and problem solving skills
+ Very strong written and verbal communications skills.
+ In-depth knowledge of: Advanced Persistent Threats, Third Party Risks/Threats, Cybercrime, Hacktivism, Distributed Denial of Service attacks, Fraud, Malware, Mobile Threats
**We offer:**
By joining Citi London, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as:
+ 27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
+ A discretional annual performance related bonus
+ Private Medical Care & Life Insurance
+ Employee Assistance Program
+ Pension Plan
+ Paid Parental Leave
+ Special discounts for employees, family, and friends
+ Access to an array of learning and development resources
Visit our?Global Benefits?page to learn more. ( these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self, every day. We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay and empowered to thrive.
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Cyber Threat Intelligence and Vulnerability Lead
Posted 17 days ago
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BAE Systems Digital Intelligence is home to 4,500 digital, cyber and intelligence experts. We work collaboratively across 10 countries to collect, connect and understand complex data, so that governments, nation states, armed forces and commercial businesses can unlock digital advantage in the most demanding environments.
Cyber Threat Intelligence and Vulnerability Lead
Job Title:
Cyber Threat Intelligence and Vulnerability LeadnRequisition ID: 121483
Location: Leeds (this is a 100% office based role due to the nature of the project)
Grade: GG10 - GG11
Referral Bonus: £5,000
Role Description
BAE Systems have been contracted to undertake the day to day operation of (and incremental improvement of) a dedicated Security Operations Centre (SOC) to support the defence of a major UK Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) organisation. The networks protected are predominantly hosted in cloud platforms, with many hundred systems within these environments that must be protected. The customer is committed to development of this improved SOC to be a benchmark of best practice and excellence in reflection of the significant threat that the protected systems are subject to.
This role requires a minimum of DV clearance.
This role reports to the Service Delivery Manager.
The Role
You will be:
Accountable for ensuring all relevant potential cyber threat and key vulnerabilities are detected, triaged and reported on dailynAccountable for all regular reporting and ensuring the efficient delivery of all threat intelligence and vulnerability products by their respective deadlines
Where there is not established schedule for a product the lead is responsible for ensuring that an achievable deadline is set and the work is fairly tasked out
Responsible and accountable for the selection of key threat actors that pose the greatest risk to the clientnResponsible for the development and continuous review of Priority Intelligence Requirements (PIRs), a tailored collection plan and implementation of both to ensure that the intelligence products are relevant to the client's interestsnAccountable for the quality of all Threat Intelligence and Vulnerability Reports, ensuring that when a product is delivered it is at the highest possible standardnAccountable for ensuring that all relevant process are effectively documented and regularly reviewednResponsible for providing well-reasoned and sound analysis, context and predictions into the relevant deliverablesnAccountable for assessing the maturity of the established functions within the client and identifying areas for improvement, productising those improvements and delivering themnAccountable for the personal development of all members of the Threat Intelligence and Vulnerability teamnResponsible to ensuring that during times of reduced capacity that all ADHOC and regular products are completed and are at a sufficient quality for distributionnRequirements
Technical
5+ years' experience in threat intelligence, vulnerability management or conducting research and investigating cyber threats in a technical capacitynExperience in technical incident response and managementnAn expert understanding of current and emerging threats related to government and CNInExcellent Open-Source research skillsnDemonstrate a high level knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems and the use of command line terminalsnDemonstrate a high level knowledge of core networking concepts and technologiesnDemonstrate a high level knowledge of and experience operating within cloud platformsnNon-Technical
Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science or equivalent experience in a SOC/Threat Intelligence/Vulnerability Management fieldnExcellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate the risk, potential impact and importance of detailed technical information to non-technical and senior stakeholdersnTeam player and adept at working in a multi-disciplinary and diverse teamnSelf-motivated and motivates others, keeping morale and performance highnExperienced team leader & line management experiencenLife at BAE Systems Digital Intelligence
We are embracing Hybrid Working. This means you and your colleagues may be working in different locations, such as from home, another BAE Systems office or client site, some or all of the time, and work might be going on at different times of the day.
By embracing technology, we can interact, collaborate and create together, even when we're working remotely from one another. Hybrid Working allows for increased flexibility in when and where we work, helping us to balance our work and personal life more effectively, and enhance well-being.
Diversity and inclusion are integral to the success of BAE Systems Digital Intelligence. We are proud to have an organisational culture where employees with varying perspectives, skills, life experiences and backgrounds - the best and brightest minds - can work together to achieve excellence and realise individual and organisational potential.
Information Security Manager
Posted 5 days ago
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Information Security Manager
Location: Central Bristol
Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid (2 days per week in-office)
Salary: 60,000 - 70,000 + Benefits
We are recruiting an Information Security Manager to lead the operational and strategic security programme for a respected organisation headquartered in central Bristol. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to shape the company's approach to information risk and resilience, while managing a skilled internal team and driving alignment with industry standards and best practice.
Reporting to the Head of Security & Governance , the successful candidate will play a central role in delivering risk reduction across the business. You'll be responsible for maintaining ISO27001 compliance, overseeing risk assessment and mitigation, and supporting incident management across multi-entity operations.
Key Accountabilities:
- Lead and manage a team of three security professionals , supporting their development and day-to-day delivery.
- Ensure ongoing ISO27001 accreditation and alignment with broader assurance frameworks (e.g. NIST CSF, Cyber Essentials).
- Shape and implement the company's information security strategy , including policy, tooling, and training.
- Conduct risk assessments, oversee remediation plans, and guide secure-by-design approaches across projects.
- Provide technical leadership in areas including threat intelligence, compliance reporting, and incident response .
- Support regulatory and internal audits, contributing clear documentation and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners, including service providers and the organisation's parent company.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Demonstrable experience in information security leadership , including line management or team leadership .
- In-depth knowledge of ISO27001, GDPR, FCA SYSC, PCI DSS and other regulatory/compliance frameworks.
- Hands-on experience with security technologies: SIEM, IAM, vulnerability assessment, endpoint protection, cloud services (AWS, SaaS, IaaS) .
- Strong communication skills and stakeholder management abilities.
- Experience in incident response and enterprise risk reporting.
- Professional certifications such as CISSP or ISO27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor (desirable).
Benefits:
- Hybrid working (2 days per week in-office)
- Generous annual leave & pension contributions
- Life assurance and private health options
- Training budget and career development support
- Collaborative, supportive team culture
If you're ready to lead a team, shape an enterprise-wide security programme, and work at the heart of a well-established organisation, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today - successful applicants will be contacted within 24-48 working hours.
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Information Security Architect
Posted 8 days ago
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To support the Chief Information Security Officer in managing and reporting the Information Security Risks faced by Technology Services (TS) in delivering AJ Bell’s systems and services. This role is responsible for facilitating the secure delivery of AJ Bell’s technology and business change. The Information Security Architect will play a lead role in designing and implementing security controls and processes. Key to this is assisting and supporting our colleagues in achieving their goals, but in a secure manner.
The key responsibilities of the role are:
- Subject matter expertise for security best practice, ensuring the maintenance of the confidentiality, integrity and availability of AJ Bell’s systems and data. li>Design and implementation of enterprise security technology controls and platforms, following industry best practices.
- Supporti g and advising on projects and change initiatives to ensure that there is no negative impact on our security posture
- Carrying out i ternal security reviews both on solutions we develop in house and third-party solutions.
- Support ng audit and due diligence activities within Technology Services
- Wor ing with Information Security, Infrastructure and Architecture to define security standards.
- Acts s an integration point between the CISO and AJ Bell business and technology teams to ensure security is embedded across the organisation
Competence, knowledge, and skills
Competence
- Experience working ithin recognised Information Security frameworks and best practices such as ISO27001, NIST etc.
- 5 years experience in an Information Security role gained in a financial services or e-commerce environment is preferred
Knowledge & Technical Skills:
- Demonstrable experience of implementing enterprise security platforms
- revious experience of delivering and maintaining of technical enterprise security solutions for (but not limited to) the following areas: End Point Protection, Cloud Security, Network Security, DevOps, Security Monitoring & Remediation is advantageous.
- Knowledge of Secure Softwar Development Life Cycle best practices
- trong understanding and knowledge of Information Security risk management tools and techniques
- Experi nce of security governance and compliance, ideally gained in financial services organisations
- Demons rable understanding of Information Security control standards and frameworks e.g. ISO27001, NIST, PCI DSS
- Awarenes and understanding of the Information Security threat landscape
- Dee understanding of Information Security solutions and controls
- Ex erience of Cloud security solutions and standards is highly advantageous
- Atta ned CISSP or similar certification
About us:
AJ Bell is one of the fastest-growing investment platform businesses in the UK offering an award-winning range of solutions that caters for everyone, from professional financial advisers to DIY investors with little to no experience. We have over 593,000 customers using our award-winning platform propositions to manage assets totalling more than £90.4 billion. Our customers trust us with their investments, and by continuously striving to make investing easier, we aim to help even more people take control of their financial futures.
Having listed on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange in December 2018, AJ Bell is now a FTSE 250 company.
Headquartered in Manchester with offices in central London and Bristol, we now have over 1,500 employees and have been named one of the UK's 'Best 100 Companies to Work For’ for six consecutive years and in 2025 named a Great Place to Work®.
At AJ Bell you can expect a friendly working environment with a strong sense of teamwork, we have a great sense of pride in what we do, and this is reflected in our guiding principles.
Our perks and benefits:
- Starting holiday entitlement of 26 days, increasing up to 31 days with length of service and a holiday buy and sell scheme
- A choice of pension schemes with matched contributi ns up to 6%
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- Annual free share awards scheme & Buy As You Earn (BAYE) Scheme
- Health Cash Plan – provided by SimplyHealth & Discounted private healthcare scheme and dental plan < i>Free on-site gym providing a wide range of free classes li>Bike loan scheme, Loans for travel season tickets & Parking at Exchange Quay (Subject to availability) < i>Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave & Discounted nursery fees at Kids Planet on Exchange Quay
- Death in service scheme
- Calendar of social events, including monthly payday drinks, annual Christmas party, summer party and much more
- Ongoing technical training, Professional qualification support & Talent development programmes
Hybrid working:
At AJ Bell, our people are the heart of our culture. We believe in building strong connections by working together. That's why we offer a hybrid working model, where you'll spend a minimum of 50% of the month in the office. For new team members, the first 3 months will be spent full-time in the office to help you immerse yourself in our business and build valuable relationships with your colleagues.
AJ Bell is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and all employees are empowered to bring their whole self to work.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, religion, physical and mental disability, marital status and any other characteristics protected by the Equality Act 2010. All decisions to hire are based on qualifications, merit and business need.
If you like the sound of the above, or just want to know more about the company and the role, we'd love to speak to you
Information Security Manager
Posted 5 days ago
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Information Security Manager
Location: Central Bristol
Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid (2 days per week in-office)
Salary: 60,000 - 70,000 + Benefits
We are recruiting an Information Security Manager to lead the operational and strategic security programme for a respected organisation headquartered in central Bristol. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to shape the company's approach to information risk and resilience, while managing a skilled internal team and driving alignment with industry standards and best practice.
Reporting to the Head of Security & Governance , the successful candidate will play a central role in delivering risk reduction across the business. You'll be responsible for maintaining ISO27001 compliance, overseeing risk assessment and mitigation, and supporting incident management across multi-entity operations.
Key Accountabilities:
- Lead and manage a team of three security professionals , supporting their development and day-to-day delivery.
- Ensure ongoing ISO27001 accreditation and alignment with broader assurance frameworks (e.g. NIST CSF, Cyber Essentials).
- Shape and implement the company's information security strategy , including policy, tooling, and training.
- Conduct risk assessments, oversee remediation plans, and guide secure-by-design approaches across projects.
- Provide technical leadership in areas including threat intelligence, compliance reporting, and incident response .
- Support regulatory and internal audits, contributing clear documentation and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners, including service providers and the organisation's parent company.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Demonstrable experience in information security leadership , including line management or team leadership .
- In-depth knowledge of ISO27001, GDPR, FCA SYSC, PCI DSS and other regulatory/compliance frameworks.
- Hands-on experience with security technologies: SIEM, IAM, vulnerability assessment, endpoint protection, cloud services (AWS, SaaS, IaaS) .
- Strong communication skills and stakeholder management abilities.
- Experience in incident response and enterprise risk reporting.
- Professional certifications such as CISSP or ISO27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor (desirable).
Benefits:
- Hybrid working (2 days per week in-office)
- Generous annual leave & pension contributions
- Life assurance and private health options
- Training budget and career development support
- Collaborative, supportive team culture
If you're ready to lead a team, shape an enterprise-wide security programme, and work at the heart of a well-established organisation, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today - successful applicants will be contacted within 24-48 working hours.
Information Security Architect
Posted 24 days ago
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Job Description
To support the Chief Information Security Officer in managing and reporting the Information Security Risks faced by Technology Services (TS) in delivering AJ Bell’s systems and services. This role is responsible for facilitating the secure delivery of AJ Bell’s technology and business change. The Information Security Architect will play a lead role in designing and implementing security controls and processes. Key to this is assisting and supporting our colleagues in achieving their goals, but in a secure manner.
The key responsibilities of the role are:
- Subject matter expertise for security best practice, ensuring the maintenance of the confidentiality, integrity and availability of AJ Bell’s systems and data. li>Design and implementation of enterprise security technology controls and platforms, following industry best practices.
- Supporti g and advising on projects and change initiatives to ensure that there is no negative impact on our security posture
- Carrying out i ternal security reviews both on solutions we develop in house and third-party solutions.
- Support ng audit and due diligence activities within Technology Services
- Wor ing with Information Security, Infrastructure and Architecture to define security standards.
- Acts s an integration point between the CISO and AJ Bell business and technology teams to ensure security is embedded across the organisation
Competence, knowledge, and skills
Competence
- Experience working ithin recognised Information Security frameworks and best practices such as ISO27001, NIST etc.
- 5 years experience in an Information Security role gained in a financial services or e-commerce environment is preferred
Knowledge & Technical Skills:
- Demonstrable experience of implementing enterprise security platforms
- revious experience of delivering and maintaining of technical enterprise security solutions for (but not limited to) the following areas: End Point Protection, Cloud Security, Network Security, DevOps, Security Monitoring & Remediation is advantageous.
- Knowledge of Secure Softwar Development Life Cycle best practices
- trong understanding and knowledge of Information Security risk management tools and techniques
- Experi nce of security governance and compliance, ideally gained in financial services organisations
- Demons rable understanding of Information Security control standards and frameworks e.g. ISO27001, NIST, PCI DSS
- Awarenes and understanding of the Information Security threat landscape
- Dee understanding of Information Security solutions and controls
- Ex erience of Cloud security solutions and standards is highly advantageous
- Atta ned CISSP or similar certification
About us:
AJ Bell is one of the fastest-growing investment platform businesses in the UK offering an award-winning range of solutions that caters for everyone, from professional financial advisers to DIY investors with little to no experience. We have over 593,000 customers using our award-winning platform propositions to manage assets totalling more than £90.4 billion. Our customers trust us with their investments, and by continuously striving to make investing easier, we aim to help even more people take control of their financial futures.
Having listed on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange in December 2018, AJ Bell is now a FTSE 250 company.
Headquartered in Manchester with offices in central London and Bristol, we now have over 1,500 employees and have been named one of the UK's 'Best 100 Companies to Work For’ for six consecutive years and in 2025 named a Great Place to Work®.
At AJ Bell you can expect a friendly working environment with a strong sense of teamwork, we have a great sense of pride in what we do, and this is reflected in our guiding principles.
Our perks and benefits:
- Starting holiday entitlement of 26 days, increasing up to 31 days with length of service and a holiday buy and sell scheme
- A choice of pension schemes with matched contributi ns up to 6%
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- Annual free share awards scheme & Buy As You Earn (BAYE) Scheme
- Health Cash Plan – provided by SimplyHealth & Discounted private healthcare scheme and dental plan < i>Free on-site gym providing a wide range of free classes li>Bike loan scheme, Loans for travel season tickets & Parking at Exchange Quay (Subject to availability) < i>Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave & Discounted nursery fees at Kids Planet on Exchange Quay
- Death in service scheme
- Calendar of social events, including monthly payday drinks, annual Christmas party, summer party and much more
- Ongoing technical training, Professional qualification support & Talent development programmes
Hybrid working:
At AJ Bell, our people are the heart of our culture. We believe in building strong connections by working together. That's why we offer a hybrid working model, where you'll spend a minimum of 50% of the month in the office. For new team members, the first 3 months will be spent full-time in the office to help you immerse yourself in our business and build valuable relationships with your colleagues.
AJ Bell is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and all employees are empowered to bring their whole self to work.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, religion, physical and mental disability, marital status and any other characteristics protected by the Equality Act 2010. All decisions to hire are based on qualifications, merit and business need.
If you like the sound of the above, or just want to know more about the company and the role, we'd love to speak to you