Junior Information Security Engineer

Basingstoke , United Kingdom

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Contribute to safeguarding systems using AWS and Infrastructure as Code practices while developing analytical skills and collaborating across various departments.

InfoSum is the world’s leading data collaboration platform, providing solutions to the world’s largest enterprises to allow collaboration across data sources and deliver richer customer experiences that prioritize consumer privacy. Our vision is to unlock data’s limitless potential, by enabling the world’s data to be connected but never shared. As a people-first organization, we can offer you the personal and professional flexibility needed to get the job done, grow with us, and help challenge the status quo. If you want to work with a business that encourages collaboration, and champions the idea that the sum is
greater than its parts, then we want to hear from you.

About the Role
As a Junior Information Security Engineer at our SaaS-based development company, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding our information systems. This position involves extensive use of AWS and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices. You will monitor, identify, and respond to security incidents, conduct security audits, and implement remediation measures. A proactive approach to security, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate across departments are essential.Infosum is a growing company, so the role covers a wide range of disciplines (Dev/Sec/Ops), providing a fantastic security foundation and a great way to broaden your skill set.

  • Security Incidents: Monitor and analyze security alerts and incidents to identify potential
    threats.
  • Investigate security breaches and incidents, determining root causes and impacts.
  • Coordinate with IT and other departments to contain and mitigate security incidents.
  • Document and report security incidents, providing detailed analysis and
    recommendations.
  • Monitoring and Remediation: Continuously monitor network traffic, system logs, and
    security tools for unusual activity.
  • Implement and maintain security tools and technologies to enhance threat detection and
    response.
  • Execute remediation plans to address vulnerabilities and security gaps.
  • Conduct regular vulnerability assessments, audits, and penetration testing.
  • Security Audits: Conduct internal security audits to ensure compliance with security
    policies and standards.
  • Collaborate with external auditors during third-party security assessments.
  • Prepare audit reports, highlighting findings and recommending corrective actions.
  • Track and ensure the implementation of audit recommendations

Requirements

  • Proven experience as an Information Security or similar role.
  • Knowledge of security frameworks and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST).
  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Relevant certifications (AWS, CEH) are a plus

Benefits

As well as working as part of an amazing, engaging and collaborative team, we offer our staff a wide range of benefits to motivate them to be the best they can be! Here’s an overview of everything we offer right now!

You will receive:

A competitive salary based on your experience and ability to perform in role

25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays) + a day off for your birthday + 2 Volunteering days

Private medical insurance

Life assurance - 4x your base salary

Fantastic corporate discounts and mental wellbeing support, including a top of line EAP.

Salary sacrifice schemes

Enhanced Maternity, Adoption & Share Parental Leave 

We have fantastic offices in Basingstoke and London complete with a fully stocked fridge / snacks and catered lunches 2 times a week.

We also reward our teams with monthly socials,4pm finishes on a Friday & 3pm Fridays finishes during the summer months of June, July and August, 3 extra days off during the Christmas holidays and a culture built on recognition, collaboration and success.

Perks & Benefits Extracted with AI

  • Free Meals & Snacks: fully stocked fridge / snacks and catered lunches 2 times a week
  • Health Insurance: Private medical insurance
  • Other Benefit: Salary sacrifice schemes
  • Paid Parental Leave: Enhanced Maternity, Adoption & Share Parental Leave
  • Paid Time Off: 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays) + a day off for your birthday + 2 Volunteering days

At InfoSum, we challenge ourselves to rethink what’s possible for distributed and privacy-preserving analytics. We’re looking for ambitious and passionate individuals to join our journey.We’re excited about working together to solve difficult problems and build innovative products for our customers. We value transparency, courage, humour and challenging the status quo.Our HQ is in Basingstoke, Hampshire, where most of our team is based, however, we have an office in London for our sales team. If you are interested in joining us but don't see a role that suits you right now, please do send us an email!

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