Information Security Analyst, Associate 2

INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL DATA SERVICES (IFDS)

Our Culture
Our employees tell us that the best part of working at IFDS is the people. Our culture is friendly, supportive, and inclusive.
It is important to us that you can show up at IFDS as your whole self, safely and confidently.
We are genuinely committed to ensuring that diversity, equity and inclusion are integrated into the fabric of all that we do.
We have multiple ERGs that provide spaces for people to connect and share. All of our ERGs are employee-led and fully endorsed by the senior management team.

Our Business
We are a world leading Transfer Agency that delivers premium service solutions to the world’s largest financial services companies. We have offices in Ireland and Luxembourg. Our close connections with our two shareholders, State Street and SS&C Technology Inc, ensures our global reach and access to advanced digital software solutions for our clients.
 

Ready for a Change?
IFDS has a unique opportunity that would suit an exceptional candidate who is eager to develop and grow with exposure to all aspects of Information Security in a small cross border team.

Location:
Dublin.  This is a hybrid role. We offer a brilliant Dublin city center office location close to Stephen’s Green. We offer a state-of-the-art new facility in Kilkenny.

Information Security Analyst (A2)

Position Overview:

The IFDS Europe Information Security Office is a team within the IFDS Europe Change Management and IT organization supporting the Cross Border business (Ireland and Luxembourg).The IFDS Europe Information Security Office is built on 5 pillars:

• Governance & Oversight

• Client Engagement

• Training & Awareness

• Incident Management

• ISO by Design

The ISO has responsibility for the overall framework, policy adherence and day to day tasks across each of the 5 pillars.

Responsibilities:

• Support the administration of UAM (User Access Management) framework and associated controls  – including responsibility for quarterly user access recertification programmes.

• Perform review and approval of access requests on behalf of the ISO function.

• Assist in the management of user access escalation incidents.

• Generation and dissemination of various reporting included user band reporting, toxic access and simulated phishing statistics.

• Provide support for UAM/ISO related improvement projects in areas such as automation and new application recertifications processes.

• Support the team manager in analysis & documentation of ‘as-is’ User access models and input into requirements for future strategic user access projects.

• Communicate inherent security risks, awareness and training to technical and non-technical business users.

• Support ongoing oversight of Group/Joint Venture Information Security functions and services.

Competency requirements:

Professional Experience:  2+ years IT or Financial services experience.

Technical skills: 

• Advanced computer skills (MS Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook).

• Good organizational skills in order to meet deadlines.

• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining high accuracy and quality standards

• Analytical and process thinking skills.

Ireland Key Benefits Include:

• 26 working days holiday plus ‘Birthday Day Off’

• 100s of employee discounts

• Private health insurance with Ireland’s leading health care insurer

• Generous workplace pension contribution

• Bonus and employee share schemes

• Hybrid option / Local regulatory rules

• Career development including financial support for relevant external education / training

IFDS Ireland is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.

We are an equal opportunities employer, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We value diversity both in background, as well as skills and experience.

You may not meet all of the requirements outlined in the above job description, but we would still like to hear from you.

About State Street

What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.

Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.

Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.

State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Discover more at StateStreet.com/careers