We’re supporting our clients as they adapt to a new world in the wake of COVID-19. We’re now recruiting for roles which will help our clients to deliver vital services and to resume business wherever possible.

Job title:

Cyber Security Analyst

Job Description:

Job title:  Cyber Security Analyst

Job Description:

As a Cyber Security Analyst, you will be part of a team that protects IT infrastructure (including networks, hardware, and software) from a range of criminal activity.  You will also monitor networks and systems, detect security threats ('events'), analyse, and assess alarms, and report on threats, intrusion attempts and false alarms, either resolving them or escalating them, depending on the severity.

You’ll be processing and analysing cyber threat intelligence information and compiling standard and ad-hoc reports as needed.

Location: Home based with travel, United Kingdom

Security Vetting Requirement - SC Cleared or able to gain SC clearance

What you’ll be doing:

• Keep up to date with the latest security and technology developments
• Research/evaluate emerging cyber security threats and ways to manage them
• Managing, advising, and reporting on customer impacting IT Security Incidents
• Providing on-going support and assistance conducting Information Security audits
• Conducting IT security impact assessments of proposed change requests
• Monitoring and recording compliance with operational security standards and procedures
• Conducting security control assessments to identify compliance control gaps, work with process owners to determine corrective action plans, and support the integration of a security controls framework
• Applying defined information risk management methodologies and frameworks to identify and implement controls in support of confidentiality, integrity, and availability
• Organising and attending client Security forums to support the Information Security Manager in the review of services and discussion around improvement opportunities
• Maintain an information security risk register and assist with internal and external audits relating to information security
• Monitor and respond to 'phishing' emails and 'pharming' activity
• Assist with the creation, maintenance, and delivery of cyber security awareness training for colleagues

What we’re looking for:

• A passion for cyber security and a keen interest in IT
• Excellent IT skills, including knowledge of computer networks, operating systems, software, hardware, and security
• Proven experience in security/infrastructure protection and information security management or a postgraduate/master’s degree in cyber security
• Experience of vulnerability assessments and patching tools
• Good risk, governance and compliance understanding
• Ideally a formal InfoSec accreditation/qualification
• Experience of applying defined risk management methodologies and frameworks
• Up to date knowledge of evolving Infosec threats and risk management
• Working knowledge of modern security technologies such as firewalls, VPN, IDS/IPS, SIEM and endpoint protection
• An understanding of the cyber security risks associated with various technologies and ways to manage them
• A good working knowledge of various security technologies such as network and application firewalls, host intrusion prevention and anti-virus
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and assess risks, threats, patterns, and trends
• Teamworking skills to collaborate with team members and clients
• Great communication skills, including verbal and presentation skills, with an ability to communicate with a range of technical and non-technical team members and other relevant individuals
• Written communication skills, for example to write technical reports
• Time-management and organisational skills to manage a variety of tasks and meet deadlines
• The ability to multi-task and prioritise your workload
• Excellent attention to detail
• An ability to work under pressure, particularly when dealing with threats and at times of high demand

About Capita

Capita Plc, a leading UK provider of technology enabled business services. We’re supporting and improving the lives of millions of people every day and we can only do this with the right people in place, working towards a shared goal. We work across such a huge range of businesses and sectors, that you’ll have the opportunity to grow and develop your career in any number of directions.

We’re an equal opportunity employer, which means we’ll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless  of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic.

What’s in it for you?

• A competitive basic salary
• 23 days’ holiday (rising to 27) with the opportunity to buy extra leave
• The opportunity to take a paid day out of the office, volunteering for our charity partners or a cause of your choice
• Company matched pension, life assurance, a cycle2work scheme, 15 weeks’ fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, paternity pay of two weeks…and plenty more
• Voluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle – from discounts on retail and socialising, to health & wellbeing, travel and technology
• Access to our Employee Network Groups, which represent every strand of diversity and allow colleagues to connect and learn from each other on an open, inclusive platform

You’ll get the chance to follow your chosen career path anywhere in Capita. You’ll be joining a network of 63,000 experienced, innovative and dedicated individuals across multiple disciplines and sectors. There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career, and we’ll provide the support you need to do just that. Our purpose is to create a better outcome for you.

What we hope you’ll do next:

Choose ‘Apply now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.

We’re an equal opportunity employer, which means we’ll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and their passion for creating better outcomes, and we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

All interviews, assessments and background checks will continue to take place online, to completely remove the need for face-to-face contact. All Capita colleagues who can work from home should do so; and where it is not possible for colleagues to work remotely, we have taken important steps to protect those working from Capita’s offices. Social distancing, enhanced hygiene and safety measures are already in place at all Capita locations that are open to protect our colleagues and manage the risk of COVID-19. The welfare of our people is of paramount importance to us, and we’re doing everything we can to keep our colleagues and customers safe during this time.