Senior Information Security Analyst

The opportunity

We have an opportunity for a Senior Information Security Analyst to join us on the exciting and rewarding path we are taking here at Castle Trust Bank. Having become a fully authorised bank in 2020, we pride ourselves in being a fintech challenger bank, providing specialist property mortgages, retail finance lending and savings accounts to a variety of customers. Proud winners of the ‘Best Place to Work’ award at the Hampshire Business Awards 2023!

Our Information Security team have a clear mandate to identify, manage and remediate security risk across the organisation, playing a pivotal role in safeguarding our data and infrastructure from cyber-attacks. The role of Senior Information Security Analyst offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of protecting the financial interests of our clients and the integrity of our systems. If you are passionate about cyber security and thrive in collaborative environments, we would love to hear from you! This is an opportunity to develop and deliver your technical and analytical skills within the Information Security team, working with technology, the business as well as external partners to help drive improvements to innovation and strategy.

You will be responsible for a broad remit, including Security Tooling (deploying, managing and optimising security tools including network monitoring, email security, data loss prevention and others) in addition to the identification, quantification, and response to identified cyber security risks across the organisation. In addition, you will work on Security projects (delivering the Security strategy by developing and improving processes and procedures aligned to industry best practice. We are a small team where collaboration is key, and you will work closely with other members of the Technology function to ensure security measures are aligned with business and strategic objectives.

This role will benefit a hybrid working arrangement, to be based between our Basingstoke office (3 days) and working the rest of the week from home.

What we are looking for in you…

What is important to us is that you have proven cyber security experience working in a cloud environment (Azure, AWS, GCP) and are used to operating in a similar role. You will have demonstrable expertise in the design, development (including scripting and configuration) and continuous improvement of security solutions. Previous experience working with security control frameworks (such as NIST CSF, CIS benchmarks, ISO27001, SOC2) in a regulated environment would be advantageous. In addition, experience in Network Security (e.g. Palo Alto, CISCO Meraki) would be beneficial. You will enjoy problem solving possessing both an analytical and innovative mindset, being self-motivated with the desire to continue to learn, develop and challenge.

What is equally important is that you are highly numerate and business value oriented, with the skills and ability to deliver high standards in terms of attention to detail, time and cost. You will be an effective team player and strong communicator, with the ability to work with colleagues at all levels within the organisation. A specific certification in Information Security (such as CISSP, SSCP, CRISC or CCSP) would be beneficial to support you in this role.

What’s in it for you…

As well as a competitive salary, we offer an annual performance related bonus based on individual and company performance. In addition, a generous contributory pension scheme through Hargreaves Lansdown, life assurance, 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays on top) with the option to buy/sell up to 5 additional days (terms apply). In addition, you will receive an extra day paid annual leave for Volunteering.

Wellbeing is also high on our agenda, and we offer healthcare benefits through Equipsme. In addition, all colleagues have free access to TELUS Health EAP to support their health and wellbeing. We also offer free eye test vouchers and discounted gym membership, and if that’s not enough, we also offer season ticket travel loans (if applicable).

Caught your attention? If so, we’d love to talk to you and tell you more about what it’s like to work at Castle Trust Bank – The Place To Work!

Castle Trust Bank is an equal opportunity employer where we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our colleagues to thrive. We welcome applications from all and will not discriminate against any status/characteristic protected by law and will always base our decisions on merit.

We are proud to support people with disabilities and are committed to be a Disability Confident employer. If you are a person with a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the role you will be offered an interview. Should you require any reasonable adjustment to support you in your application for one of our opportunities, please contact talent@castletrust.co.uk