Security Analyst – Emerging Technology - Financial Services
We are seeking a Security Analyst – Emerging Technology to support the protection of critical financial services, digital platforms and data environments. This role will assess security risks associated with emerging technologies, including cloud services, artificial intelligence, machine learning, automation, application programming interfaces and other innovative solutions. You will work closely with technology, risk, compliance and business teams to ensure new capabilities are introduced securely and in line with regulatory expectations.
Key responsibilities will include conducting security assessments and threat modelling for emerging technologies; identifying vulnerabilities, control gaps and potential attack paths; reviewing solution architectures, technical designs and third-party services; and recommending practical risk treatments. You will contribute to security reviews, governance forums and risk acceptance processes, while maintaining clear documentation of findings, remediation plans and residual risk. The role will also involve monitoring the evolving threat landscape, researching new attack techniques and technologies, and translating technical developments into actionable advice for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
The successful candidate will have experience in cyber security analysis, technology risk, security architecture, vulnerability management or a related discipline, ideally within financial services or another highly regulated environment. You should understand core security principles across cloud, networks, applications, identity and data protection, with familiarity in frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls or similar. Experience assessing AI-enabled solutions, cloud-native platforms or other emerging technologies is desirable. Strong analytical, communication and report-writing skills are essential, along with the ability to manage competing priorities, challenge constructively and collaborate effectively. Relevant industry certifications or a degree in cyber security, information technology or a related field would be advantageous.
Security Analyst – Emerging Technology - Financial Services
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