Job Description
Job Title: Cyber Intelligence Specialist
Contract Type: Permanent, Fulltime
Location: Bradford, Petersfield, Chatham or London
Working Pattern: Hybrid—typically 1 to 3 days a week in the office. Part-time or flexible arrangements are considered to support work-life balance. A fear of losing your current working flexibility shouldn't hinder you from applying for new opportunities, which is why we aim to match your existing flexible working arrangements where possible.
What We Offer:
Holidays: 25 days holiday up to 30 days (depending on service)
Pension: We know it is important to save for the future, that is why we will contribute up to 10%
Maternity/Paternity: We realise that family time is important, we offer enhanced maternity (after successful completion of probation) and 4 weeks paternity leave
Volunteering: 2 paid days to ‘give back’ to the charity of your choice
Development: LinkedIn Learning for all
Finance: Snoop Premium available to all colleagues
Medical: Opportunity to opt in for Private Medical Insurance
Bonus: Discretionary annual bonus
The Role:
As our Cyber Intelligence Specialist, you will proactively identify, analyse, respond, and mitigate cyber threats that pose risks to Vanquis Banking Groups cybersecurity posture. This involves monitoring security events, conducting incident response activities, enhancing our threat detection capabilities, and ensuring compliance with policy, standards, and regulation.
Your contributions will directly impact our ability to protect sensitive data, maintain business continuity, and mitigate cybersecurity risks.
As a Cyber Intelligence Specialist, you will:
Actively participate the delivery of services provided by the Cyber Intelligence Centre including by not limited to Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Posture Management, Cyber Security Incident Response, Threat Hunting, Penetration Testing & Red Team Testing, and Cyber Risk Mitigation.
Incorporate threat intelligence into CIC activities.
Collaborate and assist with the investigation and resolution of complex security incidents.
Support the delivery of retrospective improvements based on incident analysis, RCAs and PIRs.
Engage with third-party security partners to enhance and mature services.
Maintain centralised processes across all VBG product lines, promoting synergy and efficiency.
Stay updated on the latest cyber threats, attack vectors, and trends in the cybersecurity landscape.
Continuously enhance skills in areas such as incident response, threat hunting, and the utilisation of threat intelligence.
Support VBG’s compliance with Audit, Data Protection, PCI and other security standards.
What We’re Looking For:
An understanding of the current cyber threat landscape.
Awareness of various cyber threats, attack vectors, and common techniques.
Proficiency in security incident response methodologies and best practices.
Ability to handle and contain security incidents, including data breaches and malware infections.
Basic knowledge of cyber threat intelligence concepts and their application to cyber operations activities.
Previous experience participating in security monitoring and detection efforts.
Should be working towards or have one or several the following certifications:
Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
IT expertise coupled with understanding of financial services and impacting laws and regulations.
Any recognised IT, support or incident management / incident management framework qualifications or experience is desirable.
Contract Type: Permanent, Fulltime
Location: Bradford, Petersfield, Chatham or London
Working Pattern: Hybrid—typically 1 to 3 days a week in the office. Part-time or flexible arrangements are considered to support work-life balance. A fear of losing your current working flexibility shouldn't hinder you from applying for new opportunities, which is why we aim to match your existing flexible working arrangements where possible.
What We Offer:
Holidays: 25 days holiday up to 30 days (depending on service)
Pension: We know it is important to save for the future, that is why we will contribute up to 10%
Maternity/Paternity: We realise that family time is important, we offer enhanced maternity (after successful completion of probation) and 4 weeks paternity leave
Volunteering: 2 paid days to ‘give back’ to the charity of your choice
Development: LinkedIn Learning for all
Finance: Snoop Premium available to all colleagues
Medical: Opportunity to opt in for Private Medical Insurance
Bonus: Discretionary annual bonus
The Role:
As our Cyber Intelligence Specialist, you will proactively identify, analyse, respond, and mitigate cyber threats that pose risks to Vanquis Banking Groups cybersecurity posture. This involves monitoring security events, conducting incident response activities, enhancing our threat detection capabilities, and ensuring compliance with policy, standards, and regulation.
Your contributions will directly impact our ability to protect sensitive data, maintain business continuity, and mitigate cybersecurity risks.
As a Cyber Intelligence Specialist, you will:
Actively participate the delivery of services provided by the Cyber Intelligence Centre including by not limited to Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Posture Management, Cyber Security Incident Response, Threat Hunting, Penetration Testing & Red Team Testing, and Cyber Risk Mitigation.
Incorporate threat intelligence into CIC activities.
Collaborate and assist with the investigation and resolution of complex security incidents.
Support the delivery of retrospective improvements based on incident analysis, RCAs and PIRs.
Engage with third-party security partners to enhance and mature services.
Maintain centralised processes across all VBG product lines, promoting synergy and efficiency.
Stay updated on the latest cyber threats, attack vectors, and trends in the cybersecurity landscape.
Continuously enhance skills in areas such as incident response, threat hunting, and the utilisation of threat intelligence.
Support VBG’s compliance with Audit, Data Protection, PCI and other security standards.
What We’re Looking For:
An understanding of the current cyber threat landscape.
Awareness of various cyber threats, attack vectors, and common techniques.
Proficiency in security incident response methodologies and best practices.
Ability to handle and contain security incidents, including data breaches and malware infections.
Basic knowledge of cyber threat intelligence concepts and their application to cyber operations activities.
Previous experience participating in security monitoring and detection efforts.
Should be working towards or have one or several the following certifications:
Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
IT expertise coupled with understanding of financial services and impacting laws and regulations.
Any recognised IT, support or incident management / incident management framework qualifications or experience is desirable.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Cyber Intelligence Specialist position is now open for candidates interested in the Bank Jobs sector. This role in Leeds offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Bank Jobs is a plus.