Information Security Analyst jobs in London

What Does an Information Security Analyst Do?

In simple words, an Information Security Analyst monitors, prevents and stops attacks on private data. These digital professionals will design and apply firewalls and software systems in order to protect data and network infrastructures. They also maintain systems by updating software and recommending security updates to senior management.

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Information Security Analysts can also work in the public sector, or even as freelance consultants to help employees understand new programs and hardware. Typically, these cyber security professionals hold at least a Bachelor's Degree in their field; however some employers might favour candidates that hold a Master's Degree.

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How Much Does an Infosec Analyst Make?

The average basic salary for an Information Security Analyst in London usually is between £35,000 and £60,000 depending on the industry and the candidate's previous experience.

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What Are the Key Responsibilities of an Information Security Analyst?

• Monitor security access

• Conduct security assessments through vulnerability testing and risk analysis

• Implementing both internal and external security audits

• Analysing security breaches to identify the root cause

• Continuously update the company's incident response and disaster recovery plans

• Verifying the security of third party vendors and collaborating with them to meet security requirements

• Software instalment

• Apply penetration testing

London​​

London has been known as one of the world’s foremost financial hubs. London’s largest industry is finance, and the city contributes to about a quarter of the UK’s GDP.

People come from all over the world to do business in London. But London isn’t all business. It has a vibrant music scene, art scene and nightlife. It’s also a global centre for tertiary education. If you are a food lover, you’ll be pleased to know that London has a diverse and exciting food scene, from street markets to Michelin-starred restaurants.

If you prefer to see the sights, go and see Buckingham Palace, St Paul’s Cathedral, the British Museum, the West End, Tower Bridge, the Tate Modern, Big Ben, the London Eye or The National History Museum.

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Getting around

The city of London is known for its extensive public transport system, which includes buses, trains, the famous tube, the overground, DLR, and so on. Getting around the city is incredibly easy, especially when equipped with the right Transport apps, such as Google Maps or Citymapper. Financial services firms are typically located in the heart of London, mostly in two neighbourhoods: Canary Wharf and “The City”, at Bank Station. No matter where you are based in the city or in its outskirts, getting to work