Security Operations Analyst

We have an exciting opportunity for an Security Operations Analyst to join the IT Security and Governance team on a fixed term basis for a period 12 months (homebased).

Who we are

Railpen is responsible for the safekeeping and investment of around £34 billion in assets and the administration of several pension schemes, including the Railways Pension Scheme, one of the UK's largest and longest established pension funds.

Our heritage of looking after the pension needs of the rail industry and its employees gives us our name and our unique outlook on how we serve our members. Railpen takes a holistic view, focusing on how we serve members today and how we can positively impact the communities and the world they will retire into.

Our values of integrity, community and alignment are the guiding principles that influence our behaviour. They help us make decisions and shape our interactions with others. They’re what we stand for. 

The role

As a Security Operations Analyst, you will be responsible for securing and protecting network systems, applications and data. This includes ensuring the appropriate IT Security controls and processes are in place across Railpen’s IT infrastructure. You will support the SOC team conduct initial incident triage, determining scope, urgency and appropriate actions to mitigate threats.

The person

We are looking for a someone with experience as a Security Operations Analyst, who will have a technical understanding of the required security controls to secure complex architectural solutions hosted on premise and in the Cloud. Experience of managing security in M365, including the full suite of E5 security tools/Defender products is key to this role. You will have experience of working with Microsoft Sentinel and ideally have a recognised Microsoft security certifications such as SC-900, SC-200, AZ-104, AZ-500 however this isn’t essential.

The successful candidate will look to collaborate and build effective relationships based on trust, commitment and delivery with people within the team and wider organisation. As a Security Operations Analyst, you will be able to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences as well as having an analytical approach to problem solving. Being organised and proactive in managing a varied workload is also key to being successful in the role. We are looking for someone who is passionate and who enjoys sharing knowledge and expertise to help get to a secure solution.

What we can offer you

Rewarding you

• A competitive salary of up to £58,000pa (depending on experience)

• 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays

• We provide a Defined Contribution pension scheme

• Colleague referral scheme

Heath & Wellbeing

• Employee assistance programme

• Health cash plan

• Eye care vouchers

• Flu vaccination

Lifestyle

• Give as you earn scheme

• Paid volunteering days

Next Steps

Please apply for the apply button or visit our careers page by 5pm on Thursday 1st August 2024.

Railpen is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment, we value diversity and welcome people from all backgrounds and walks of life