Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Analyst

Overview

We’re looking for a Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Analyst to join our busy Data Security team, to support analysis and reporting work for data loss and insider threat events in Virgin Money. Your role will involve working closely with our Data Security, Incident Response and Business teams to manage events and progress remediation and represents a great opportunity to work with industry-leading tools and security partners, utilising your analytical, technical and communication skills to really make a difference to our customers and colleagues.

Cyber security risks are a key threat to our overall standing, reputation and performance. The DLP capability must adapt the strategy to be responsive to these challenges as we grow our profile in an increasingly competitive digital arena.

The DLP Analyst will support the Bank’s security controls for Data Loss Prevention, carrying out assessments of DLP and Insider Threat events, including incident management, escalation and resolution, acting as a liaison with key stakeholders, and reporting on current status and trends.

What you’ll be doing

• Analysis of DLP and Insider Threat events
• Correlating events to determine if a threat exists
• Operate DLP and Insider Threat solutions with a strong understanding of the tools and how to maximize their use
• Communicate with colleagues and stakeholders across the organisation to ensure DLP events are managed effectively to resolution
• Contribute to an improvements programme to improve efficiencies and reduce risk
• Adhere to IT and information security best practices
• Team working and the ability to be self-directed on task completion
• Demonstrate a professional ‘can do’ attitude and motivation
• Work under pressure, manage multiple priorities in a rapidly changing environment

We need you to have

• Industry related cyber security qualification (e.g., CISSP, CISM) or equivalent practical cyber security experience
• Proven ability to make sound pragmatic decisions under tight timelines
• Experience with advanced analytical and problem-solving techniques
• Solid skills and experience in Excel
• Self-driven, able to work independently as well as part of a team
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills with the ability to drive change collaboratively

Red Hot Rewards

• Generous holidays – 38.5 days annual leave (including bank holidays) with option to buy more
• Up to five extra paid well-being days per year
• 20 weeks paid, gender-neutral family leave (52 weeks in total)
• Free private medical cover, income protection and life assurance
• Flexible benefits including Cycle to Work, wellness and health assessments, and critical illness

And there’s no waiting around—you’ll enjoy these benefits from day one.

If we’re lucky to receive a lot of interest, we may close the advert early. Please submit your applications as soon as possible.

Virgin Money is part of the Nationwide group and is the UK’s first full-service mutual bank serving millions of customers, driven by our purpose: Banking but fairer, more rewarding and for the good of society. You’ll be part of an organisation positioned to make a difference to customers, communities and broader society.

Be yourself at Virgin Money

We celebrate everyone. We have fun, think big, and include everyone in pursuit of our purpose. We’re committed to creating an inclusive culture where colleagues feel safe and heard.

As a Disability Confident Leader, we’re committed to removing obstacles to inclusion. If you need any reasonable adjustments or support making your application, contact our Talent Acquisition team at careers@virginmoney.com.

Please note: we may prioritise candidates whose skills and experience most closely align with the role while ensuring fair consideration for all applicants.

Now the legal bit
Some roles allow location flexibility within the UK, but you must have the right to work in the UK. Checks may include credit and criminal record checks and references. Senior Manager Regime or Certification Regime roles may require enhanced pre-employment checks.

Advertised: 10 Oct 2025 GMT Daylight Time
Applications close: 21 Oct 2025 GMT Daylight Time