Risk & Information Security Associate Analyst Job at Albourne (Nicosia)

Job Description

We are looking for a highly organized, detail-oriented Risk & Information Security Associate Analyst to support the Chief Information Security Officer and Organizational Risk Manager, who holds a dual role overseeing both domains. This is a unique opportunity for someone interested in developing foundational expertise in both information security and organizational risk management. The successful candidate will be expected to operate with a high degree of autonomy, as they will be working in a different time zone from the Chief Information Security Officer and Organizational Risk Manager. Strong self-management, initiative, and sound decision-making are essential. There will also be occasions where the candidate will be required to adjust their working hours to ensure sufficient overlap with the manager for collaboration, reporting, and alignment on priorities.

Job Responsibility

Monitor and report on the effectiveness of information security controls
Support the identification, tracking, and resolution of security incidents or weaknesses
Assist in maintaining security metrics and dashboards for internal reporting
Contribute to the assessment of operational, technology, and third-party risks
Assist in evaluating controls and proposing mitigation strategies aligned with risk appetite
Participate in internal audits and control testing, ensuring timely remediation of findings
Help maintain and enforce security and risk management policies and procedures
Support compliance with relevant data protection, privacy, and information security regulations
Coordinate periodic user access reviews and assist with awareness initiatives
Work across departments to gather risk-related information and support secure business operations
Liaise with IT, Legal, HR, and other teams to identify and escalate potential security or risk issues
Serve as a point of contact for basic security and risk queries
Operate autonomously, managing daily responsibilities with minimal supervision
Adapt work hours as necessary to ensure overlap with the CISO and Organizational Risk Manager, located in a different time zone
Proactively communicate status updates, issues, or concerns as they arise
Stay updated on emerging risks, cybersecurity trends, and evolving regulatory landscapes
Contribute to the ongoing refinement of the company’s information security and risk frameworks
Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance risk posture and operational efficiency

Requirements

2–3 years of professional experience
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare concise, well-structured documents and interact professionally across all levels of the business
Meticulous attention to detail, particularly in preparing audit materials, compliance documentation, and reviewing access controls
Proactive and self-motivated, able to work independently and across time zones without direct daily supervision
Comfortable handling sensitive and confidential information with discretion
Interest in technology, cybersecurity, and enterprise risk
Basic understanding of information security principles and frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST)
Ability to interpret and work with structured information (e.g., policies, risk registers, audit plans)
Capable of coordinating inputs from multiple stakeholders and compiling them into coherent outputs (e.g., committee papers, training summaries, client DDQs)
Personable and confident when engaging with colleagues from across the business
Curious and intellectually agile – open to learning new tools, frameworks, and ways of working
Ethical and accountable – operates with integrity and takes responsibility for meeting commitments
Values-driven – appreciates the importance of a strong risk and security culture in a regulated business environment

Nice to have

Experience in risk management, information security, compliance, IT governance, or related fields
Previous exposure to information security or operational risk audits
Understanding of third-party risk management
Awareness of current trends in AI and its applications in cybersecurity or risk mitigation
Familiarity with legal or regulatory requirements affecting information security and enterprise risk management
Prior experience drafting or maintaining policies and procedures
Familiarity with ISO 27001 and similar frameworks

What we offer

Support for professional qualifications (such as CFA and CAIA)
Career growth and tools for ongoing learning and development
Medical insurance for you and your dependents
Provident fund
Yearly bonus dependent upon performance and company growth
Opportunity for international travel (i.e., short periods of secondment to other Albourne offices)
5 additional service recognition holidays in surplus to standard annual leave
Albourne Training Days (minimum of 40 hours per year)
Free office parking
A supportive, diverse, and multi-cultural work environment
The freedom to work independently, solve problems, and creatively complete tasks within deadlines
Opportunities for career progression, both horizontally and vertically, once you’ve mastered your current role
An open-plan office with kitchen facilities and a communal entertainment area
Fun social activities to foster team bonding
Charity Day—an annual opportunity to work on a cause you’re passionate about
Company-wide support for fitness, mental health, and wellness, with sessions available for employees to engage in these activities

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