Information Security Analyst

Company Description

Checkout.com is one of the most exciting fintechs in the world. Our mission is to enable businesses and their communities to thrive in the digital economy. We’re the strategic payments partner for some of the best known fast-moving brands globally such as Wise, Hut Group, Sony Electronics, Homebase, Henkel, Klarna and many others. Purpose-built with performance and scalability in mind, our flexible cloud-based payments platform helps global enterprises launch new products and create experiences customers love. And it's not just what we build that makes us different. It's how.

We empower passionate problem-solvers to collaborate, innovate and do their best work. That’s why we’re on the Forbes Cloud 100 list and a Great Place to Work accredited company. And we’re just getting started. We’re building diverse and inclusive teams around the world — because that’s how we create even better experiences for our merchants and our partners. And we need your help. Join us to build the digital economy of tomorrow.

Job Description

As an Information Security Analyst, you will be instrumental in supporting Checkout.com's information security initiatives, helping to safeguard our digital assets against threats. Working closely with the InfoSec team, you will assist in identifying, assessing, and mitigating security risks while supporting the implementation of policies that align with our security strategy. You’ll also work with cross-functional teams to uphold security protocols, improve our overall security posture, and help drive a culture of security awareness.

How you'll make impact:
● Threat Monitoring and Analysis: Conduct regular monitoring and analysis of information
systems to detect potential security breaches and vulnerabilities, responding promptly to alerts and escalating issues as necessary.
● Technology Risk and Control Assessment: Assist in conducting regular assessment of
technology risk, focusing on identifying and evaluating potential security threats and vulnerabilities within Checkout’s technology environment. Conduct control assessments to determine the effectiveness of existing security controls in mitigating identified risks.
● Third Party Risk Management: Conduct risk assessments for third-party vendors,
evaluating their security controls and compliance posture. Collaborate with various internal teams to ensure security requirements are met in vendor agreements.
● Policy Development and Compliance: Assist in developing, updating and enforcing
security policies, standards, and guidelines. Ensure compliance with industry standards such as NIST, PCI DSS and ISO 27001.

● Audit Management: Support internal and external audits and support regulatory
initiatives. Collaborate with various internal teams to address audit requirements and facilitate audit readiness.
● Incident Response Support: Participate in incident response activities by helping to
contain and resolve security incidents, documenting findings, and suggesting improvements to prevent future occurrences.
● Security Awareness: Contribute to ongoing security awareness efforts by working with
internal teams to foster a culture of security mindfulness, assisting in training sessions and developing educational materials.
● Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate documentation related to compliance and security operations, providing regular reports to the InfoSec team and other stakeholders as required.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in Information Security or a similar role
• Basic understanding of key InfoSec concepts, including risk assessment, incident response, and vulnerability management.
• Familiarity with security frameworks and standards such as SOC2, PCI DSS, ISO 27001 and NIST.
• Understanding of network security, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and basic access control principles.
• Proficiency with security tools and technologies such as SIEM systems, vulnerability scanners, and endpoint security solutions.
• Knowledge of cloud security principles, ideally with some experience in environments like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail, enabling effective identification and resolution of security issues.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Additional Information

If you don't meet all the requirements but think you might still be right for the role, please
apply anyway. We're always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and
values.

All of our offices globally are onsite 3 times per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday).
We’ve worked towards enabling teams to work collaboratively in the same space while also being able to partner with colleagues globally. During your days at the office, we offer amazing snacks, breakfast, and lunch options in all of our locations.

We believe in equal opportunities. We work as one team. Wherever you come from. However you identify. And whichever payment method you use. Our clients come from all over the world — and so do we. Hiring hard-working people and giving them a community to thrive in is critical to our success. When you join our team, we’ll empower you to unlock your potential so you can do your best work. We’d love to hear how you think you could make a difference here with us. We want to set you up for success and make our process as accessible as possible. So let us know in your application, or tell your recruiter directly, if you need anything to make your experience or working environment more comfortable. We’ll be happy to support you.

Take a peek inside life at CKO…
● Via our careers page
● And our LinkedIn Life pages bit.ly/3OaoN1U
● Via our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/checkout_com/

Apply without meeting all requirements statement 

If you don't meet all the requirements but think you might still be right for the role, please apply anyway. We're always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

We believe in equal opportunities

We work as one team. Wherever you come from. However you identify. And whichever payment method you use. 

Our clients come from all over the world — and so do we. Hiring hard-working people and giving them a community to thrive in is critical to our success.

When you join our team, we’ll empower you to unlock your potential so you can do your best work. We’d love to hear how you think you could make a difference here with us. 

We want to set you up for success and make our process as accessible as possible. So let us know in your application, or tell your recruiter directly, if you need anything to make your experience or working environment more comfortable. We’ll be happy to support you.

Take a peek inside life at Checkout.com via

• Our Culture video https://youtu.be/BEwnpHuadSw
• Our careers page https://www.checkout.com/careers
• Our LinkedIn Life pages bit.ly/3OaoN1U  
• Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/checkout_com/