Senior Analyst, Cyber Strategy

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About Us: LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is more than a diversified global financial markets infrastructure and data business. We are dedicated, open-access partners with a dedication to excellence in delivering the services our customers expect from us. With extensive experience, deep knowledge and worldwide presence across financial markets, we enable businesses and economies around the world to fund innovation, manage risk and create jobs. It’s how we’ve contributed to supporting the financial stability and growth of communities and economies globally for more than 300 years. Through a comprehensive suite of trusted financial market infrastructure services – and our open-access model – we provide the flexibility, stability and trust that enable our customers to pursue their ambitions with confidence and clarity. LSEG is headquartered in the United Kingdom, with significant operations in 70 countries across EMEA, North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. We employ 25,000 people globally, more than half located in Asia Pacific. Role Description: As a Senior Analyst, Cyber Strategy, the individual will support the development and execution of the Cyber Security Strategy through strategic analysis, horizon scanning, performance reporting, and governance. The role leverages cyber security expertise, technical knowledge and data-driven insights to identify emerging risks and opportunities, shape strategic direction, and support decision-making an continuous improvement across the cyber security function. Responsibilities: Contribute to the development and enhancement of reporting and AI-enabled capabilities across Cyber Strategy function, enabling continuous visibility and insight into cyber risk exposure. Conduct horizon scanning of the cyber security landscape, monitoring emerging threats, technologies, regulatory developments and industry best practices to assess their impact on LSEG and inform the evolution of Cyber Security Strategy. Partner with Cyber Security leadership to develop, review and evolve Cyber Security strategies, roadmaps and supporting materials, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives, risk appetite and the evolving threat landscape. Analyse key datapoints such as threat intelligence, emerging technologies, regulatory developments, industry trends and internal data to support strategic decision-making and strategic planning. Possess knowledge of cyber risk management and control frameworks, enabling the translation of  Cyber Security requirements into high-level strategies. upport leadership in the development and documentation of the annual cyber investment plan, optimising allocation and prioritisation of key projects Ongoing measurement and reporting of performance against cyber strategic objectives Production of horizon scanning and strategic insight outputs that support Cyber Security leadership in anticipating future risks, opportunities and investment needs. Recommendations for innovative solutions, process improvements and technology adoption to enhance cyber security effectiveness and strategic outcomes. Mature strategic processes that incorporate data including threat intelligence, industry trends, benchmarking and risk insights Development of reporting and technical capabilities that improve strategic visibility and decision making Production of actionable insights to support prioritisation and investment planning. Candidate Profile / Key Skills: 3+ years of experience in information and cyber security - Financial Services (preferred) , Technology & Cyber Security Understanding and knowledge of control frameworks based on industry best practices such as NIST, COBIT, and ISO27001. Ability to understand and interpret technical cyber security concepts and translate them into strategic recommendations and business outcomes. Awareness of emerging cyber security technologies and trends, including AI and automation. Cyber security qualifications (desirable) Degree or equivalent qualification in Cyber, Information Security or IT management IT and cybersecurity policies and standards Fluency in English Excellent Written and Oral Communication skills Analytical mindset and ability to work with data and reporting Ability to work within a team and to build interpersonal relationships Naturally curious and proactive in keeping ahead of emerging cyber security threats, technologies and industry developments. Strong technology aptitude with the ability to understand technical concepts and evaluate their strategic implications. Able to challenge conventional thinking ad identify opportunities for optimisation, automation and continuous improvement across people, process and technology. Proficient understanding of financial institutions and underlying business processes Technological, organizational and/or operational change managemement Benefits: We are looking for intellectually curious people, passionate about the bigger picture of how technology industry is evolving, ready to ask difficult questions and deal with complicated scenarios! If you are creative and a problem solver, this is the place to be as will be supporting you to fast-forward your career! We maximise each employee’s potential through personal development through a wide range of learning tools both formal and informal. We believe in remunerating our people with competitive salaries and a range of attractive benefits such as: 25 days’ holiday per year 1 additional day off for your Birthday Annual wellness allowance Share Purchase Plan Medical Health Insurance Medical Subscription (preventive medical services) Dental Coverage Life insurance Pillar 3 Private Pension Meal Vouchers Flexible Benefits Bookster Volunteering Events All LSEG colleagues with at least one year’s continuous service, who become parents, are now entitled to at least 26 weeks’ paid leave, and the option to return to work on a phased basis, in relation with specific company’s policy and guidelines Career Stage: Senior Associate LSEG unlocks the power of markets to create opportunities across the global economy. Through our connected network of market infrastructure, data and analytics, we help customers access capital, manage risk and make confident decisions. Our insights bring clarity to complex markets, and our trusted services ensure resilience and stability. With deep expertise and global scale, we partner with customers to drive innovation and shape the future of finance. Few organisations operate at the scale, complexity and reach of LSEG. Here, you’ll work alongside experts, be inspired to deliver your best work and help shape what’s next for our business and the global economy. Guided by our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change, we bring together diverse perspectives, encourage fresh thinking, and create an environment where learning never stops. Join more than 26,000 colleagues across 60 countries, supporting customers in over 170 countries. Alongside flexible ways of working, you'll have access to benefits that support your wellbeing and your future, including 26 weeks' parental leave, healthcare, retirement planning and a wellness allowance. Through the LSEG Foundation and two paid volunteering days each year, you’ll also have opportunities to get involved in your local community and support causes that matter to you. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone’s race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Please take a moment to read this privacy notice carefully, as it describes what