Cyber Security Analyst

Cyber Security Analysts are responsible for protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information and information systems used by government and Partners Across Government.

• Manage day-to-day IAM activities and ensuring that this is in line with relevant security policies and procedures.
• Communicates information security risks and issues to business managers and others.
• Contributes to vulnerability assessments - primarily relating to IAM.
• Applies and maintains specific security controls as required by organisational policy and local risk assessments.
• Takes action to respond to security breaches in line with security policy and records the incidents and action taken.
• Identifies operational problems and contributes to their resolution.
• Investigates problems in systems, processes and services. Assists with the implementation of agreed remedies and preventative measures., Please see our candidate guidance for more information on acceptable and unacceptable uses of AI in recruitment

An initial sift may be completed using the CV and Supporting Statement against the first Experience criteria. Candidates who pass the initial sift will have their applications fully assessed.

There may be a telephone interview prior to the final interview stage.

Successful candidates will be invited to an interview which will assess the Experience and Behaviours, and a technical assessment comprising a 10 minute presentation which will assess the Technical Skills.

Full details of the interview and assessment process will be shared with shortlisted candidates once the sift has been completed.

We aim to provide feedback on request. However, where a large number of applications are received, it may not be possible to give feedback to candidates who are not invited to interview or assessment. Feedback will be available on request to all candidates who attend an interview or assessment., Our standard hours are 35 hours per week and we offer a range of flexible working options, depending on the needs of the role. We embrace a hybrid working style where all colleagues will spend time in either our Glasgow or Dundee offices. There is an expectation of a minimum 2 days per week in your assigned location, which will be either Glasgow or Dundee. If you have specific questions about the role you are applying for, please contact us.

Security checks Successful candidates must complete the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), before they can be appointed. BPSS is comprised of four main pre-employment checks - Identity, Right to work, Employment History and a Criminal Record check (unspent convictions).

You can find out more about BPSS on the UK Government website , or read about the different levels of security checks in our Candidate Guide .

This post requires the successful candidate to clear additional National Security Vetting clearance (Security Check) before a start date can be offered. Further information regarding National Security Vetting clearance can be found here - United Kingdom Security Vetting: Applicant - GOV.UK.

Equality Statement Social Security Scotland are committed to equality and inclusion, and we aim to recruit a diverse workforce that reflects the population of our nation., * Monitor, analyse and respond to security intelligence to reduce risks within Identity and Access Management (IAM), maintain auditing and compliance, support IAM practices, and help strengthen security around access control and Privileged Access Management (PAM).

• Have a good technical security operational background with familiarity of security tooling such as IAM, vulnerability management tooling, anti-virus and mobile device management technologies.
• Assist users in defining their access rights and privileges. Perform standard security administration tasks and resolve security administration issues.
• Communicate information security risks and issues to business managers and others.
• Perform security risk and IAM security assessments, and business impact analysis for small information systems.
• Identify operational problems and contribute to their resolution.
• Apply and maintain specific security controls as required by organisational policy and local risk assessments.

Are you looking to develop your career in Cyber Security? Social Security Scotland is seeking a motivated Cyber Security Analyst to join our Digital Risk & Security team and help protect the systems, services and data that support people across Scotland.

As part of our Security Operations function, you will play an important role in monitoring and improving the organisation’s security posture, helping to identify and respond to cyber security threats, vulnerabilities and security risks. You’ll gain hands-on experience across a range of security disciplines, primarily in identity and access management (IAM), while supporting other security capabilities such as vulnerability management, endpoint security and security monitoring, all whilst working in a modern cloud-based environment.

We’re looking for someone with experience of managing day-to-day Identity and Access Management (IAM) activities and a good understanding of vulnerability management within a major cloud platform such as AWS, Azure or Google Cloud.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your cyber security career. You’ll be supported by experienced colleagues and senior leaders and will have access to training, learning resources and development opportunities to help build your technical skills and professional knowledge. If you’re passionate about cyber security and eager to learn, we’d love to hear from you., Experience of applying the principles of secure configuration and routine security procedures such as managing access rights, malware protection or Identity and Access Management (IAM) under supervision. *

• Experience of assessing vulnerabilities specifically across IAM and explaining their potential impact on systems or services, using an understanding of system architectures and security controls.

We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment along with a wide range of employee benefits.

As part of the UK Civil Service , we uphold the Civil Service Nationality Rules.

GDD Pay Supplement This post is part of the Government Digital and Data (GDD) profession and currently attracts a £4,000 annual GDD pay supplement, which is paid monthly - pay supplements are reviewed regularly.

Social Security Scotland is an Executive Agency of the Scottish Government. Our benefits help people from all walks of life in Scotland. We offer rewarding careers and employ people across Scotland in a wide range of professions and roles. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that is representative of the clients we serve. Find more about us here., Social Security Scotland’s recruitment processes are underpinned by the recruitment principles of the Civil Service Commissioner, which outline that selection for appointment be made on merit on the basis of fair and open competition - Recruitment - Civil Service Commission

If you feel at any time your application has not been treated in accordance with the values in the Civil Service Code and/or if you feel the recruitment has been conducted in such a way that conflicts with the Civil Service Commissioner’s Recruitment Principles, you can make a complaint, by contacting Social Security Scotland at recruitment@socialsecurity.gov.scot in the first instance. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive you can contact the Civil Service Commissioner.

The successful candidate will be expected to remain in post for a minimum of 3 years unless successful in gaining promotion to a higher Band or Grade.