About The Role FDM is a global business and technology consultancy seeking a Senior IT Security Analyst to work for our client within the Legal sector. This is initially a 12 month contract with the potential to extend and will be a hybrid role that will be based in London. Our client is seeking an IT Security Analyst to take a hands-on role in strengthening SecOps and enhancing network and cloud security across Azure and AWS environments. The successful candidate will drive vulnerability remediation, deliver security automation, and act as a key escalation point for operational security incidents. This role will also support US integration efforts, contribute to long-term security strategy, and become the subject matter expert for operational security, threats, and vulnerability management. Responsibilities: Maintaining and improving SecOps (Qualys, Orca CNAPP and foundational controls) Driving improvements in the network and cloud (Azure and AWS) security, with the ability to get hands on remediating network vulnerabilities. Supporting the integration of colleagues in the US. Delivering security automation (scripting, API integration and via the Power Platform) Hands on security activities across networking and infrastructure environments. Represents IT Security in operational and project activities. Escalation point for all operational security incidents, threats and vulnerabilities, managing tasks and driving through resolutions Monitoring & reporting, ensuring environment is regularly and comprehensively monitored, concerns and security risks mitigated, regular and ad hoc reports produced as required. Ensuring environment is patched and protected from security threats, undertake regular reviews, identify and eliminate security risks. Participate in operational technology checks and controls, identify anomalies working with various teams to mitigate and reduce risks Work closely with the IT Security Management team to contribute to the development of the longer-term IT security strategy Regularly attend the Change Advisory Board (CAB) ensuring all changes and admin tasks met the specified processes Become recognised as the SME for all operational security, initiatives, threats and vulnerability management within 6-12 months About You General security background with experience in a complex, multisite, global organisation, delivering and supporting security services. Dedicated hands-on security role in large corporate enterprise with responsibilities for a broad range of security devices, applications, tools and services. Good understanding of public cloud infrastructure services e.g. Azure and AWS, their architecture and security functionality. Demonstrable use of AI to enhance personal and teams functions Knowledge of AI services architecture, including enterprise products and products built upon Azure or other hyperscalers. Working knowledge of Cloud Native Application Protection Platforms. Understanding of source code repositories such as GitHub and Azure DevOps. Understanding of DevSecOps principles. Experience of using and configuring API integrations Previous experience of various security services and products including but not limited to, DMZ devices and tools, firewalls, proxy servers, IDS, rule-base management etc. Understanding of certificate and encryption technologies, endpoint protection software and web & email content filtering. Knowledge of current and emerging technologies and protocols in security and networking areas including tools and cyber threat management SOC/SIEM knowledge, with good experience in threat and vulnerability remediation & incident management response. Working knowledge of traditional data centre and cloud networking principles. Knowledge of risk assessment tools, technologies and methods. An understanding of endpoint security solutions, to include file integrity monitoring and data loss prevention. Able to deliver outstanding service in a high-pressure environment working in a large organisation. Able to analyse business and system security threats and issues and communicate them effectively at all levels of the firm. Willingness to pursue relevant security qualifications. About Us We are a business and technology consultancy and one of the UKs leading employers, recruiting the brightest talent to become the innovators of tomorrow. We have centres across Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific, and a global workforce of over 3,500 Consultants. FDM has shown exponential growth throughout the years, firmly establishing itself as an award-winning employer and is listed on the FTSE4Good Index. Diversity and Inclusion FDM Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, provincial or local laws. Why join us Career coaching, mentoring and access to upskilling throughout your entire FDM career Assignments with global companies and opportunities to work abroad Opportunity to re-skill and up-skill into new areas, develop non-linear career paths and build a skillset within your field Annual leave and work-place pension