Information Security Analyst

At Target Group, we're not just about deadlines and deliverables; we're about making a real impact in the Financial Services and Technology sectors. Target needs to maintain the confidentiality, integrity, availability and enforce non-repudiation, authentication whilst maintaining the privacy and security of it's information assets.

We have a rare but exciting opportunity for someone with a junior level experience within IT and Information Security to come and join us to focus on our Operational Information Security. This is a great opportunity for someone who is willing to learn and develop their IT Security Skills within an experienced and supportive team.

This role involves triaging information security incidents, requests, events and alerts and then escalating to the necessary technical resource if they cannot be resolved at point of triage. You will also be responsible for Governance Risk and Compliance within Operational Information Security.

The role is primarily working from home, however you may be asked to attend our Cardiff or Newport office when required.

What does the role of Information Security Analyst look like day to day?

• Triage Information Security incidents and requests with escalation to relevant technical resource
• Review events and alerting from data loss prevention platforms
• Create and update process documentation
• Create and collate audit evidence
• Follow process to undertake daily checks
• Review quarantined email for release
• Undertake Phishing Simulations for the Organisation
• Manage End User Compute Authorised Applications
• Remediate Vulnerabilities in End User Compute Estate

The successful candidate will have the following knowledge:

• A basic understanding of Information Technology with a working knowledge of Windows, Linux and networking.
• The ability to understand and develop scripts using automation tools, specifically PowerShell
• An understanding of ITIL processes, specifically incident management and request fulfilment
• A good working knowledge of Microsoft Suite of applications; specifically being proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio as you create Process Documentation

We're looking for someone who is...

• A keen independent learner with a passion for technology and information security
• Methodical and organised - you will have multiple actions open at any one time and you will need to prioritise based on criticality, supported by mentors and the wider team.
• Flexible and adaptable as you will be using new systems and required to learn new interfaces, read documentation, and undertake training courses to familiarise yourself with the tooling to extract the greatest business benefit.
• Able to clearly communicate in spoken and written word.

• A competitive salary from £28,000per annum, depending on experience
• 30 days holiday PLUS bank holidays (That's right 30 days from Day 1)
• At least two days per year to give back to our community through our volunteering initiative
• Defined Pension Contribution Scheme (Employer matched up to 6%) with the option to contribute via Salary Exchange (Salary Sacrifice)
• Employee Discount Scheme, access to discounts and offers across 100s of leading retailers.
• Company Paid Private Medical Insurance (benefit in kind)
• Group Life Assurance (4x Annual Salary)
• Group Income Protection
• Annual Pay Review
• Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme
• • Confidential access to health and wellbeing support to include Employee Assistance Program
• Free Flu Vaccinations, Eye Tests and employer contribution towards glasses
• Recognition Scheme
• Free Mortgage Advice and Support
• Funeral Concierge and Bereavement Services
• 24/7 access to a GP
• Discounted health club memberships
• Salary Sacrifice Technology Buying Scheme
• Access to Wisdom, total wellbeing solution

We wholeheartedly believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive culture by actively implementing our D&I strategy, building strong community ties, and empowering our people and leaders.

Join us and shape your future