Analyst IT - Cyber Security

Headquartered at Fitzwilliam 28, Dublin 2, Ireland, SMBC Aviation Capital is the leading global aviation finance platform, with an owned, managed and committed fleet of approximately 1700 aircraft. The company focuses on the most technologically advanced, fuel efficient and narrowbody aircraft types, providing customers across the globe with the aircraft they need to successfully grow their businesses. Established in 2001, the company was acquired in 2012 by a consortium comprised of two of Japan’s biggest companies SMFG and Sumitomo Corporation.

Team & Role Overview

We are seeking a Cyber Security Analyst to join our Information Security team in Dublin. This role offers hands-on exposure to enterprise-scale cyber security within a leading global organisation.

SMBC Aviation Capital operates in a cloud-first technology landscape - leveraging IaaS / PaaS platforms, SaaS solutions, Microsoft technologies, and targeted custom development – and this role will play a key part in protecting the organisation’s information assets and supporting the secure delivery of business change.

This role provides an excellent opportunity to develop your cyber security career within a leading global aviation leasing organisation; gaining exposure to cloud transformation, enterprise security operations, and security practices.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Information Security team, wider IT teams, and third-party vendors to support all aspects of cyber, including monitoring of cyber posture, risk assessment activities, operational security, and awareness initiatives.

Core Responsibilities

• Support the SVP Information Security in monitoring and protecting SMBC Aviation Capital’s information assets in line with established information security policies, standards, and practices
• Conduct risk assessments for new systems, applications, and technology initiatives
• Partner with internal IT teams and external service providers to define security requirements, track delivery of security controls, and support go live readiness.
• Assist with the development and delivery of information security awareness and training activities across the business
• Contribute to the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of security standards, processes, and controls.
• Support security monitoring and alert handling, including review of events, validation of findings, and escalation in accordance with documented runbooks.
• Assist with incident response activities (triage, investigation support, containment and eradication coordination, as well as post incident lessons learned) in collaboration with internal teams and service providers.
• Support assurance activities, including third party and project security reviews, and maintain evidence required for audit and compliance.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Cyber Security, or a related discipline.
• Security certifications (e.g., Security+, CISSP, Azure/MS certs) are highly advantageous.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in information security, cyber security, IT risk, or a related technical role, or a relevant third-level qualification in Cyber Security.
• Awareness of cloud security concepts, including secure configuration, cloud posture management principles, and shared responsibility models.
• Practical familiarity with Microsoft security technologies, such as Azure, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft Defender (for Endpoint/Identity/Office 365), Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM), and Intune.
• Understanding of secure solution design and threat modelling, applying risk management principles across the delivery lifecycle.
• Identity and access management concepts, including MFA, conditional access, privileged access management, and role‑based access control.
• Knowledge of networking and infrastructure fundamentals
• Knowledge of security governance and compliance concepts, including common frameworks/standards (ISO/IEC 27001, NIST CSF, CIS Controls, SOC 2) and data protection requirements (GDPR).
• Vulnerability management, remediation coordination and risk-based prioritisation.
• Security logging and monitoring concepts, including analysing alerts.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, able to explain technical concepts to non‑technical audiences.
• Demonstrated aptitude for rapid learning, self-direction, and performing well in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to analyse complex situations, balance risks, draw logical conclusions, and recommend effective security actions.
• Ability to work effectively within a small specialist team while collaborating across the wider business
• Excellent organisational, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Proactive, self-motivated, and committed to high-quality professional delivery
• High attention to detail, with the ability to maintain clear documentation, trackers, and evidence repositories.

Critical behaviours

These embody our culture and are central to how we work together at SMBC Aviation Capital:

• Respect: Two-way communication: listen intently, give quieter voices a platform and be conscious of tone. Respect people’s time and be flexible in accommodating others.
• Trust: Create a psychologically safe space. Do what you say you will do, when you say you will do it. Be honest, communicate openly and be respectful of each other’s needs.
• Integrity: Always do what is right including when no one is watching; treat people with respect and kindness; be self-aware, compassionate and embrace diversity.
• Connect: Collaborate to unleash the full potential of our diverse talent. Respect each other’s expertise and perspective and welcome challenge. Foster an inclusive and fun environment where accomplishments are recognised and take pride in winning together.
• Adapt: Be brave and curious – anticipate the future and be proactive. Have a ‘why not’ attitude, learn from previous experiences. Call out bureaucracy when it is evident in a process or way of working. Be agile to meet and exceed our customers’ needs. Demonstrate resilience and support each other.
• Achieve: Take accountability and ownership to deliver results, be ambitious and take pride in everything we do. Set each other up for success and share insights. Do what it takes to drive positive change and seek opportunities to innovate and grow our business and people.

Take your career to new heights – come join us at SMBC Aviation Capital

We are a fast paced, growing business with a focus on excellence where a world of opportunity awaits candidates with the right attitude and ambition.

Through the SMBC Aviation Capital People Commitment we offer a comprehensive suite of benefits, aligned to your needs as you move through different career and life stages. The SMBC AC People Commitment also includes our people-led culture; reward & recognition; along with our learning, wellbeing, inclusion, engagement, and CSR initiatives. In return, we ask you to bring your ambition and commitment to your work here at SMBC AC to mutually create an exceptional employee experience.

Our workplace is one where diversity is welcome, and people of all backgrounds are supported to be at their best. We are an equal opportunities employer and strive to build an ever-inclusive work environment. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees. Should you have a reasonable accommodation request please reach out to us at [email protected]