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Job Description:IT Security Administrator
Home working/Hybrid/Flexibility available
NEW GROUND WON’T BREAK ITSELF.
Every day our teams help people in businesses and communities to do what is right and achieve their goals.
The purpose of the Information Systems Security Administrator (ISSA) function is to facilitate the IT Security function within Grant Thornton as part of the IT Security team. The ISSA is responsible for the operational tasks associated with the security systems of Grant Thornton UK LLP. These include consolidation and analysis of security logs from the disparate security systems, responding to security incidents, development of security controls and mitigation of cyber security risks within the business.
We’re happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares, we’ll support you to balance your work and life.
A look into the role
As an ISSA within the Information Security Team, you will:
Develop a close coordination with the IS team and wider service lines to understand the cyber risk to the business and how the security applications and platforms can be used to address and reduce exposure
Work with managers in other teams to ensure effective cyber security across the organisation
Review reports from the SIEM, investigation of security events, liaison with Infrastructure personnel and operational SOC management
Review of external and internal Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing results and investigation of alerts.
Knowing you’re right for us
Joining us as an ISSA the minimum criteria you’ll need is:
Demonstrable technical knowledge in mainstream IT systems
Experience in IT Service Delivery / IT Security / IT Risk management
Demonstrable evidence of knowledge of IT Security matters
It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don’t worry if you don’t tick every box, we’ll help you develop along the way.
Cloud Security Architecture
Penetration testing
Business Continuity planning and management
Standards development within the ISO or ITIL framework
Good general business experience
Knowing we’re right for you
Embracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people, we never settle for what is easy, we look beyond to deliver the right thing, for everyone. Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues helps our people to perform at the best of their ability and realise their potential.
Our open and accessible culture means you’ll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart, we value them. That’s why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work.
Beyond the job
Life is more than work. The things you do, and the people you’re with outside of work matter, that’s why we’re happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, and we’ll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance.
The impact you can make here will go far beyond your day job. From secondments, to fundraising for local charities, or investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, you’ll be giving back to society. It’s that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move, grounded in our CLEARR values – Collaboration, Leadership, Excellence, Agility, Respect and Responsibility.
We’re looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do what’s right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves. It’s how it should be.
