We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Cybersecurity Risk Analyst to join a dynamic IT Security team within a large enterprise environment. This role is ideal for professionals who thrive on identifying and mitigating cybersecurity risks across complex IT landscapes, including cloud, infrastructure, and application domains.
Client details
Our client is a major player in the financial services sector, operating across multiple European markets. The organization is undergoing significant digital transformation and places a strong emphasis on cybersecurity and risk governance.
Detailed job description
As a senior cybersecurity risk analyst, you will:
- Conduct in-depth risk assessments of applications, infrastructure, and cloud environments
- Identify missing, weak, or outdated security controls and translate technical vulnerabilities into business risk
- Collaborate with IT system owners, architects, and engineers to design and implement tailored mitigation strategies
- Support re-assessments of previously identified risks and ensure timely remediation or exception handling
- MAP control deficiencies to frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, and CIS Benchmarks
- Work closely with project teams and asset owners to ensure security is Embedded in IT initiatives
Technical environment includes
- Cloud platforms: AWS, Azure
- CI/CD pipelines
- Modern application architectures
- System hardening and secure configuration practices
Candidate's profile
The ideal candidate will have:
- A university degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or equivalent experience
- Over 6 years of experience in IT Security and Risk Management
- Strong technical understanding of enterprise IT systems and cloud-native platforms
- Familiarity with security frameworks (NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CIS Benchmarks)
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain complex IT risks in simple terms
