IT Security Associate

BACB plc, City Of London, England, United Kingdom Join or sign in to find your next job Apply for the IT Security Associate role at BACB plc Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This range is provided by BACB plc. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range About Us BACB is a UK bank offering trade finance and complementary products to clients in specialist markets, especially Africa and the Middle East. We have been supporting businesses with trade finance for over half a century, focusing on trade flows to and from Africa, the Middle East, and UK real estate. Our deep knowledge of these regions ensures we prioritize our clients\’ needs. Additional Info Hybrid Working: 3 days onsite, 2 from home Location: City of London Contract Type: Permanent Job Summary Reporting to the Head of Information Security, the role supports the Bank’s IT Security strategy through implementing the Cyber security programme, configuring and managing cyber security solutions, and collaborating with security operations teams. Key Responsibilities Support the delivery of the Bank’s Cyber Security roadmap and ensure regulatory compliance. Advise the IT team on effective security tooling operations. Lead security awareness and training programmes, including mandatory training and phishing simulations. Utilize security tools to resolve issues and requests. Assist in security assurance activities, including vulnerability management and penetration testing. Analyze and communicate the cyber threat landscape, recommending controls and mitigations. Develop security metrics and KPIs. Ensure effective response and recovery from cyber incidents. Support risk and control assessments related to cyber and technology risks. Qualifications and Experience Knowledge Degree in computer science or related field. Knowledge of IT Security standards such as Cyber Essentials, NIST, ISO27001/2. Understanding of security tools like Firewalls, AV, Proxies, IDS/IPS. Familiarity with Microsoft environments, including cloud services. Knowledge of patching and vulnerability management. Experience Working with security technologies (Firewalls, Proxies, IDS, AV). Planning security assessments and penetration tests. Developing and implementing security policies, procedures, and training. Conducting security control assurance reviews. Applying analytical skills to solve security issues. Skills Passion for cyber security and IT. Strong communication skills. Ability to build relationships and persuade. Good time management and prioritization skills. Additional Details Seniority Level: Associate Employment Type: Full-time Job Function: Finance and IT Industry: Banking #J-18808-Ljbffr