East Midlands Railway is seeking a Lead Information Security Analyst to safeguard their operations and ensure cyber resilience. The role involves leading a team, optimizing security technologies, and managing incident response activities across the organization. An ideal candidate will have extensive experience in cyber security, strong knowledge of security operations, and the ability to communicate complex ideas effectively. Benefits include free travel on EMR services and a generous leave policy.
11/06/2026
Full time
East Midlands Railway is seeking a Lead Information Security Analyst to safeguard their operations and ensure cyber resilience. The role involves leading a team, optimizing security technologies, and managing incident response activities across the organization. An ideal candidate will have extensive experience in cyber security, strong knowledge of security operations, and the ability to communicate complex ideas effectively. Benefits include free travel on EMR services and a generous leave policy.
Free travel EMR services and 75% discount on all other train operators ClosingDate: Friday 19 June 2026 Reference: 2026-56 Protect the railway that keeps the East Midlands moving. At East Midlands Railway, every journey matters. Millions of customers rely on us to travel safely, reliably and sustainably across the region. Behind every train departure, customer interaction and operational decision sits a complex technology landscape that must be protected from an ever evolving cyber threat environment. We're looking for an experienced and passionate Lead Information Security Analyst to help safeguard our people, systems and operations. This is more than a technical security role. It's an opportunity to lead cyber resilience across a critical national infrastructure organisation, shaping security strategy, influencing stakeholders at every level and protecting the services that our customers depend on every day. Why this role matters As our Lead Information Security Analyst, you'll play a pivotal role in strengthening EMR's cyber security capability. You'll lead security operations, manage incident response activities, develop security controls and drive a security first culture across the business. From threat hunting and vulnerability management to advising senior leaders on emerging risks, you'll be at the forefront of protecting our organisation from cyber threats while enabling innovation and business change. What you'll be doing Leading and developing a team of Information Security Analysts Managing and optimising key security technologies including SIEM, XDR, anti virus, email security and vulnerability management platforms Driving proactive threat hunting and threat intelligence activities Leading cyber incident response and working closely with Security Operations Centre partners Identifying, assessing and helping mitigate information security risks across the organisation Supporting security governance through ISO27001 aligned controls, policies and procedures Providing expert security advice on new technologies, projects and operational systems Supporting operational technology (OT) cyber security initiatives across our fleet and wider railway environment Promoting a positive security culture and increasing cyber awareness throughout EMR Producing insightful reporting, KPIs and trend analysis to inform decision making at all levels What we're looking for You'll be an experienced cyber security professional who combines strong technical expertise with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders across the business. You'll bring Significant experience in a senior Information Security or Cyber Security role Strong knowledge of security operations, risk management and security governance Experience working with ISO27001 controls, policies and frameworks Hands on experience with enterprise security technologies and security monitoring platforms Excellent analytical and problem solving skills Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex security concepts to both technical and non technical audiences A proactive, organised and customer focused approach Professional certifications such as ISC2 CISSP and ISACA CISM are highly desirable. In return, you'll receive Free standard leisure travel on EMR, Transport UK and LNER services Friends and Family discounted travel on the EMR network 75% discount on national leisure rail travel for you, your partner and dependants Up to 32 days annual leave The chance to make a real impact within a critical public service organisation Diversity & Inclusion At EMR, we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We recognise that women and people from ethnic minority backgrounds are currently under represented within our workforce. We actively encourage applications from these groups and welcome talented individuals from all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. We promote equal opportunities for all. East Midlands Railway is a non discriminatory employer committed to the recruitment and promotion of all on the basis of ability and merit irrespective of disability, race, gender, health, social class, sexual preference, marital status, nationality, religion, employment status or age. We'll treat your application fairly and assess you for the job based on merit and skills. If you're passionate about cyber security, leadership and protecting a business that connects communities across the East Midlands, we'd love to hear from you.
11/06/2026
Full time
Free travel EMR services and 75% discount on all other train operators ClosingDate: Friday 19 June 2026 Reference: 2026-56 Protect the railway that keeps the East Midlands moving. At East Midlands Railway, every journey matters. Millions of customers rely on us to travel safely, reliably and sustainably across the region. Behind every train departure, customer interaction and operational decision sits a complex technology landscape that must be protected from an ever evolving cyber threat environment. We're looking for an experienced and passionate Lead Information Security Analyst to help safeguard our people, systems and operations. This is more than a technical security role. It's an opportunity to lead cyber resilience across a critical national infrastructure organisation, shaping security strategy, influencing stakeholders at every level and protecting the services that our customers depend on every day. Why this role matters As our Lead Information Security Analyst, you'll play a pivotal role in strengthening EMR's cyber security capability. You'll lead security operations, manage incident response activities, develop security controls and drive a security first culture across the business. From threat hunting and vulnerability management to advising senior leaders on emerging risks, you'll be at the forefront of protecting our organisation from cyber threats while enabling innovation and business change. What you'll be doing Leading and developing a team of Information Security Analysts Managing and optimising key security technologies including SIEM, XDR, anti virus, email security and vulnerability management platforms Driving proactive threat hunting and threat intelligence activities Leading cyber incident response and working closely with Security Operations Centre partners Identifying, assessing and helping mitigate information security risks across the organisation Supporting security governance through ISO27001 aligned controls, policies and procedures Providing expert security advice on new technologies, projects and operational systems Supporting operational technology (OT) cyber security initiatives across our fleet and wider railway environment Promoting a positive security culture and increasing cyber awareness throughout EMR Producing insightful reporting, KPIs and trend analysis to inform decision making at all levels What we're looking for You'll be an experienced cyber security professional who combines strong technical expertise with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders across the business. You'll bring Significant experience in a senior Information Security or Cyber Security role Strong knowledge of security operations, risk management and security governance Experience working with ISO27001 controls, policies and frameworks Hands on experience with enterprise security technologies and security monitoring platforms Excellent analytical and problem solving skills Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex security concepts to both technical and non technical audiences A proactive, organised and customer focused approach Professional certifications such as ISC2 CISSP and ISACA CISM are highly desirable. In return, you'll receive Free standard leisure travel on EMR, Transport UK and LNER services Friends and Family discounted travel on the EMR network 75% discount on national leisure rail travel for you, your partner and dependants Up to 32 days annual leave The chance to make a real impact within a critical public service organisation Diversity & Inclusion At EMR, we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We recognise that women and people from ethnic minority backgrounds are currently under represented within our workforce. We actively encourage applications from these groups and welcome talented individuals from all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. We promote equal opportunities for all. East Midlands Railway is a non discriminatory employer committed to the recruitment and promotion of all on the basis of ability and merit irrespective of disability, race, gender, health, social class, sexual preference, marital status, nationality, religion, employment status or age. We'll treat your application fairly and assess you for the job based on merit and skills. If you're passionate about cyber security, leadership and protecting a business that connects communities across the East Midlands, we'd love to hear from you.
+Free travel EMR services and 75% discount on all other train operators ClosingDate: Sunday 07 June 2026 Reference: 2026-47 We are proud to be One Team at East Midlands Railway (EMR). We are passionate about keeping people safe, delighting our customers, doing the right thing and putting customers at the heart of our sustainable railway for the East Midlands. With over 2,600 employees, our people are the reason we are so successful, and the Station team make a crucial contribution to this. Ten times accredited as a Top Employer and Gold accredited for Inclusive Employers Standards we value our people and are dedicated to making sure that everybody feels empowered to bring their authentic self to work. Shape the Future of Rail Technology At East Midlands Railway, technology is transforming the way we operate, support our customers, and deliver one of the UK's most important transport services. We're looking for an experienced and forward-thinking IT Systems Specialist to help drive the next phase of our digital transformation journey. This is an opportunity to work on complex, business-critical systems, influence technical strategy, and deliver innovative solutions that directly support operational excellence across our railway. If you enjoy solving technical challenges, improving systems architecture, and turning business needs into smart, scalable solutions - this role offers real impact and variety. What You'll Be Doing As our IT Systems Specialist, you'll play a central role in reviewing, designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise technology solutions aligned to EMR's Digital Strategy. You'll work closely with stakeholders across the business, suppliers, project teams, and IT colleagues to ensure systems are secure, resilient, future-ready, and delivering measurable business value. Key Responsibilities Lead the review, recommendation, and implementation of innovative IT solutions Deliver system transformation projects and BAU enhancements across business systems Gather and translate technical requirements into scalable solution designs Manage application enhancements, configuration, testing, and releases Maintain architecture diagrams, system integration maps, and technical documentation Support business continuity, resilience, disaster recovery, and service transition planning Investigate and resolve application issues in line with Service Desk SLAs Collaborate with Business Partners and Project Managers to mitigate technical risks Contribute to EMR's long-term Business Systems Roadmap and Digital Plan Champion modern technologies and communicate technical benefits clearly to non-technical stakeholders What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who combines strong technical capability with excellent stakeholder engagement and a passion for continuous improvement. You'll Bring Experience in a similar IT Systems Specialist / Systems Analyst / Technical Solutions role Strong background in requirements gathering and technical solution design Knowledge of enterprise infrastructure, cloud technologies, or business systems architecture Experience delivering projects involving multiple technical disciplines and stakeholders Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Strong organisational and prioritisation abilities A collaborative, proactive, and solutions-focused mindset Passion for innovation, technology, and service improvement Cloud technologies such as Azure and AWS Agile / PRINCE2 / APM project methodologies Rail, transport, or operational industry experience Why Join EMR? At EMR, technology plays a vital role in delivering reliable, sustainable transport for millions of customers. You'll join a business that values innovation, collaboration, inclusion, and professional growth. We offer: Hybrid and flexible working opportunities Career development and training support Inclusive and supportive culture Opportunity to influence major technology transformation initiatives Ready to Help Drive the Future of Rail? If you're excited by the challenge of modernising business systems within a fast-moving operational environment, we'd love to hear from you. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, we promote equal opportunities for all. East Midlands Railway is a non-discriminatory employer committed to the recruitment and promotion of all on the basis of ability and merit irrespective of disability, race, gender, health, social class, sexual preference, marital status, nationality, religion, employment status or age. We'll treat your application fairly and assess you for the job based on merit and skills.
28/05/2026
Full time
+Free travel EMR services and 75% discount on all other train operators ClosingDate: Sunday 07 June 2026 Reference: 2026-47 We are proud to be One Team at East Midlands Railway (EMR). We are passionate about keeping people safe, delighting our customers, doing the right thing and putting customers at the heart of our sustainable railway for the East Midlands. With over 2,600 employees, our people are the reason we are so successful, and the Station team make a crucial contribution to this. Ten times accredited as a Top Employer and Gold accredited for Inclusive Employers Standards we value our people and are dedicated to making sure that everybody feels empowered to bring their authentic self to work. Shape the Future of Rail Technology At East Midlands Railway, technology is transforming the way we operate, support our customers, and deliver one of the UK's most important transport services. We're looking for an experienced and forward-thinking IT Systems Specialist to help drive the next phase of our digital transformation journey. This is an opportunity to work on complex, business-critical systems, influence technical strategy, and deliver innovative solutions that directly support operational excellence across our railway. If you enjoy solving technical challenges, improving systems architecture, and turning business needs into smart, scalable solutions - this role offers real impact and variety. What You'll Be Doing As our IT Systems Specialist, you'll play a central role in reviewing, designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise technology solutions aligned to EMR's Digital Strategy. You'll work closely with stakeholders across the business, suppliers, project teams, and IT colleagues to ensure systems are secure, resilient, future-ready, and delivering measurable business value. Key Responsibilities Lead the review, recommendation, and implementation of innovative IT solutions Deliver system transformation projects and BAU enhancements across business systems Gather and translate technical requirements into scalable solution designs Manage application enhancements, configuration, testing, and releases Maintain architecture diagrams, system integration maps, and technical documentation Support business continuity, resilience, disaster recovery, and service transition planning Investigate and resolve application issues in line with Service Desk SLAs Collaborate with Business Partners and Project Managers to mitigate technical risks Contribute to EMR's long-term Business Systems Roadmap and Digital Plan Champion modern technologies and communicate technical benefits clearly to non-technical stakeholders What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who combines strong technical capability with excellent stakeholder engagement and a passion for continuous improvement. You'll Bring Experience in a similar IT Systems Specialist / Systems Analyst / Technical Solutions role Strong background in requirements gathering and technical solution design Knowledge of enterprise infrastructure, cloud technologies, or business systems architecture Experience delivering projects involving multiple technical disciplines and stakeholders Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Strong organisational and prioritisation abilities A collaborative, proactive, and solutions-focused mindset Passion for innovation, technology, and service improvement Cloud technologies such as Azure and AWS Agile / PRINCE2 / APM project methodologies Rail, transport, or operational industry experience Why Join EMR? At EMR, technology plays a vital role in delivering reliable, sustainable transport for millions of customers. You'll join a business that values innovation, collaboration, inclusion, and professional growth. We offer: Hybrid and flexible working opportunities Career development and training support Inclusive and supportive culture Opportunity to influence major technology transformation initiatives Ready to Help Drive the Future of Rail? If you're excited by the challenge of modernising business systems within a fast-moving operational environment, we'd love to hear from you. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, we promote equal opportunities for all. East Midlands Railway is a non-discriminatory employer committed to the recruitment and promotion of all on the basis of ability and merit irrespective of disability, race, gender, health, social class, sexual preference, marital status, nationality, religion, employment status or age. We'll treat your application fairly and assess you for the job based on merit and skills.
+Free travel EMR services and 75% discount on all other train operators ClosingDate: Sunday 07 June 2026 Reference: 2026-47 We are proud to be One Team at East Midlands Railway (EMR). We are passionate about keeping people safe, delighting our customers, doing the right thing and putting customers at the heart of our sustainable railway for the East Midlands. With over 2,600 employees, our people are the reason we are so successful, and the Station team make a crucial contribution to this. Ten times accredited as a Top Employer and Gold accredited for Inclusive Employers Standards we value our people and are dedicated to making sure that everybody feels empowered to bring their authentic self to work. Shape the Future of Rail Technology At East Midlands Railway, technology is transforming the way we operate, support our customers, and deliver one of the UK's most important transport services. We're looking for an experienced and forward-thinking IT Systems Specialist to help drive the next phase of our digital transformation journey. This is an opportunity to work on complex, business-critical systems, influence technical strategy, and deliver innovative solutions that directly support operational excellence across our railway. If you enjoy solving technical challenges, improving systems architecture, and turning business needs into smart, scalable solutions - this role offers real impact and variety. What You'll Be Doing As our IT Systems Specialist, you'll play a central role in reviewing, designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise technology solutions aligned to EMR's Digital Strategy. You'll work closely with stakeholders across the business, suppliers, project teams, and IT colleagues to ensure systems are secure, resilient, future-ready, and delivering measurable business value. Key Responsibilities Lead the review, recommendation, and implementation of innovative IT solutions Deliver system transformation projects and BAU enhancements across business systems Gather and translate technical requirements into scalable solution designs Manage application enhancements, configuration, testing, and releases Maintain architecture diagrams, system integration maps, and technical documentation Support business continuity, resilience, disaster recovery, and service transition planning Investigate and resolve application issues in line with Service Desk SLAs Collaborate with Business Partners and Project Managers to mitigate technical risks Contribute to EMR's long-term Business Systems Roadmap and Digital Plan Champion modern technologies and communicate technical benefits clearly to non-technical stakeholders What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who combines strong technical capability with excellent stakeholder engagement and a passion for continuous improvement. You'll Bring Experience in a similar IT Systems Specialist / Systems Analyst / Technical Solutions role Strong background in requirements gathering and technical solution design Knowledge of enterprise infrastructure, cloud technologies, or business systems architecture Experience delivering projects involving multiple technical disciplines and stakeholders Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Strong organisational and prioritisation abilities A collaborative, proactive, and solutions-focused mindset Passion for innovation, technology, and service improvement Cloud technologies such as Azure and AWS Agile / PRINCE2 / APM project methodologies Rail, transport, or operational industry experience Why Join EMR? At EMR, technology plays a vital role in delivering reliable, sustainable transport for millions of customers. You'll join a business that values innovation, collaboration, inclusion, and professional growth. We offer: Hybrid and flexible working opportunities Career development and training support Inclusive and supportive culture Opportunity to influence major technology transformation initiatives Ready to Help Drive the Future of Rail? If you're excited by the challenge of modernising business systems within a fast-moving operational environment, we'd love to hear from you. W e welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds , we promote equal opportunities for all. East Midlands Railway is a non-discriminatory employer committed to the recruitment and promotion of all on the basis of ability and merit irrespective of disability, race, gender, health, social class, sexual preference, marital status, nationality, religion, employment status or age. We'll treat your application fairly and assess you for the job based on merit and skills.
28/05/2026
Full time
+Free travel EMR services and 75% discount on all other train operators ClosingDate: Sunday 07 June 2026 Reference: 2026-47 We are proud to be One Team at East Midlands Railway (EMR). We are passionate about keeping people safe, delighting our customers, doing the right thing and putting customers at the heart of our sustainable railway for the East Midlands. With over 2,600 employees, our people are the reason we are so successful, and the Station team make a crucial contribution to this. Ten times accredited as a Top Employer and Gold accredited for Inclusive Employers Standards we value our people and are dedicated to making sure that everybody feels empowered to bring their authentic self to work. Shape the Future of Rail Technology At East Midlands Railway, technology is transforming the way we operate, support our customers, and deliver one of the UK's most important transport services. We're looking for an experienced and forward-thinking IT Systems Specialist to help drive the next phase of our digital transformation journey. This is an opportunity to work on complex, business-critical systems, influence technical strategy, and deliver innovative solutions that directly support operational excellence across our railway. If you enjoy solving technical challenges, improving systems architecture, and turning business needs into smart, scalable solutions - this role offers real impact and variety. What You'll Be Doing As our IT Systems Specialist, you'll play a central role in reviewing, designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise technology solutions aligned to EMR's Digital Strategy. You'll work closely with stakeholders across the business, suppliers, project teams, and IT colleagues to ensure systems are secure, resilient, future-ready, and delivering measurable business value. Key Responsibilities Lead the review, recommendation, and implementation of innovative IT solutions Deliver system transformation projects and BAU enhancements across business systems Gather and translate technical requirements into scalable solution designs Manage application enhancements, configuration, testing, and releases Maintain architecture diagrams, system integration maps, and technical documentation Support business continuity, resilience, disaster recovery, and service transition planning Investigate and resolve application issues in line with Service Desk SLAs Collaborate with Business Partners and Project Managers to mitigate technical risks Contribute to EMR's long-term Business Systems Roadmap and Digital Plan Champion modern technologies and communicate technical benefits clearly to non-technical stakeholders What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who combines strong technical capability with excellent stakeholder engagement and a passion for continuous improvement. You'll Bring Experience in a similar IT Systems Specialist / Systems Analyst / Technical Solutions role Strong background in requirements gathering and technical solution design Knowledge of enterprise infrastructure, cloud technologies, or business systems architecture Experience delivering projects involving multiple technical disciplines and stakeholders Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Strong organisational and prioritisation abilities A collaborative, proactive, and solutions-focused mindset Passion for innovation, technology, and service improvement Cloud technologies such as Azure and AWS Agile / PRINCE2 / APM project methodologies Rail, transport, or operational industry experience Why Join EMR? At EMR, technology plays a vital role in delivering reliable, sustainable transport for millions of customers. You'll join a business that values innovation, collaboration, inclusion, and professional growth. We offer: Hybrid and flexible working opportunities Career development and training support Inclusive and supportive culture Opportunity to influence major technology transformation initiatives Ready to Help Drive the Future of Rail? If you're excited by the challenge of modernising business systems within a fast-moving operational environment, we'd love to hear from you. W e welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds , we promote equal opportunities for all. East Midlands Railway is a non-discriminatory employer committed to the recruitment and promotion of all on the basis of ability and merit irrespective of disability, race, gender, health, social class, sexual preference, marital status, nationality, religion, employment status or age. We'll treat your application fairly and assess you for the job based on merit and skills.