Information Security Analyst

Astroscale UK is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Information Security Analyst to support our organisation's security posture. The successful candidate will be responsible for vulnerability management, threat intelligence, and information security awareness and training. This role is critical in identifying, assessing, and mitigating security risks across the business.Astroscale UK have an increasing set of space operations across commercial and government areas. The secure provision of IT services to underpin those missions is one of the many keys to our success. This role will provide opportunities to analyse and assess threats to our networks and missions, identify vulnerabilities that could be hamper our mission’s success, and support our diverse team in ensuring they understand those threats and vulnerabilities and how they can respond to them.ResponsibilitiesTracking vulnerabilities within software, providing prioritisation and status updates on patching progress to IT, Security and Engineering leads. Tracking and managing threat intelligence, and the organisation’s response to current threatsAssisting with ISO 27001 implementation and ongoing Information Security Management System (ISMS) managementLeading on Information Security training for staff across the business using 3rd party platformDesigning, implementing and monitoring phishing simulationsContributing as part of the team responding to security alertsEssential SkillsDegree Educated in a Science, Engineering or Computing discipline2+ years of experience within an information security settingGood understanding of information security and practical experience of defending against cyber threatsExperience of vulnerability scanning and trackingAbility to explain different types of threats, vulnerabilities, and risks, and how they impact a business. Experience delivering trainingAbility and willing to achieve SC clearance levelDesirable skillsExperience with MS Defender and/or working with a 3rd party Security Operations Centre (SOC)Cybersecurity qualifications such as CompTIA Security+, CSA CCSK or ISC2 SSCPExperience with ISO 27001 ISMS or Cyber Essentials +Experience with risk assessment and managementGood level of understanding of common cloud platformsBenefitsCompetitive base salaryOpportunity to work with a highly talented, diverse & dynamic international team with cutting edge technologyFlexible working around core hours in a friendly and supportive environmentOptional 9/75 working patternHybrid working available (dependent on individual role requirements)25 days holiday (increasing yearly up to a maximum of 28 days) + 8 days Bank HolidayLife insurance and long-term sick payPrivate healthcare (taxable benefit)Relocation allowanceRegular social events LocationAstroscale UK (Harwell).About AstroscaleFounded in 2013, Astroscale is the global leader in on-orbit servicing, dedicated to the secure and sustainable development of space for the benefit of future generations. We provide trusted and value-added solutions for government and commercial clients from their geography of choice, to drive the long-term, circular space economy. Astroscale is also collaborating with government and commercial stakeholders to develop norms, regulations, and incentives that promote the sustainable growth of space.Since our first successful launch in March 2021, Astroscale has proven rendezvous and proximity operations technologies in orbit during the ELSA-d and ADRAS-J missions, establishing the company as a leader in on-orbit servicing. Astroscale spacecraft have been selected for pioneering missions with JAXA, the U.S. Space Force, the European Space Agency, the UK Space Agency, and Eutelsat OneWeb. As more satellite operators adopt on-orbit servicing to routinely inspect, service and remove, the potential of a circular space economy — and a future of no waste in space — is being unlocked.Astroscale is an Equal Opportunities employer and embraces a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please feel free to mention this in your application or reach out to discuss this in advance. Astrsocale is also open to supporting job share arrangements, to support flexible working.Note to recruitment agencies: Astroscale operates a preferred Supplier List, and we do not accept unsolicited agency approaches. Please do not forward candidate CVs or details in response to this advert, or to any Astroscale employee.