Threat Simulation Analyst

TL;DR

Threat Simulation Analyst: Developing and delivering threat simulation exercises with an accent on fusing strategic, operational, and tactical threat intelligence. Focus on testing the organization's ability to respond to cyber attacks and developing metrics to demonstrate progress.

Location: Onsite in London

Company

hirify.global (L&G) is a leading UK financial services group and major global investor, safeguarding financial futures since 1836.

What you will do

• Develop and schedule quarterly threat simulation exercises for Group Business Units.
• Review threat intelligence, data, and trends to create CSIRT exercises and support mitigation development.
• Develop and create metrics to demonstrate progress of threat simulation exercises.
• Lead regular reviews with internal stakeholders to ensure current and possible threats are exercised to best practice.
• Conduct threat intelligence research using various open-source, paid, community, and national feeds.
• Coordinate with other security and operational teams to progress threat assessments and actions.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of Strategic, Operational, and Tactical threat intelligence.
• Current understanding of cyber security incidents and how to practice them in exercises.
• Experience in the creation and implementation of plans for developing an exercise program.
• English: B2 required

Nice to have

• Threat intelligence and/or Information Technology industry certification (CREST, SANS or equivalent).
• Prior experience of delivering tabletop exercises or crisis simulations.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to participate in annual performance-related bonus plan and valuable share schemes.
• Generous pension contribution, life assurance, and a Healthcare Plan (for permanent employees).
• At least 25 days holiday, plus public holidays, with options to buy and sell.
• Competitive family leave and an electric car scheme (for permanent employees).
• Discounts for company products and high street stores.
• Welcoming, inclusive culture with opportunities for collaboration and career development.
• Flexible working options, including part-time, term-time, and job shares, are considered.