Business Analyst / Technical Analyst (BA/TA) - AI

Job Role

Business Analyst / Technical Analyst (BA/TA) - AI

Contract Duration

6 months

Location

London / Sheffield (Hybrid - 3 days on site)

Daily Rate

Inside IR35

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Business Analyst / Technical Analyst to collaborate with Cyber, Security Operations Center (SOC), and Technology teams in shaping and delivering AI-enabled cybersecurity capabilities. The role involves translating complex operational challenges into clear, actionable requirements, defining success criteria, and ensuring that solutions are user-friendly, well-controlled, and deliver measurable business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with Cyber, SOC, and Technology stakeholders to understand operational problems and identify AI-driven solutions.
• Translate business and operational needs into detailed, clear, and testable requirements.
• Define success measures and key performance indicators (KPIs) for AI-enabled cybersecurity capabilities.
• Work closely with development and engineering teams to ensure solutions meet requirements and compliance standards.
• Support user acceptance testing (UAT) and validation of AI solutions to ensure usability and control.
• Facilitate communication between technical teams and business stakeholders to maintain alignment.
• Document processes, requirements, and outcomes to support governance and audit needs.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Experience as a Business Analyst or Technical Analyst, preferably in cybersecurity or AI-related projects.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity operations, SOC functions, and technology environments.
• Ability to translate complex operational issues into clear, actionable requirements.
• Familiarity with AI technologies and their application in cybersecurity.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with requirements management and documentation tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in financial services or regulated industries.
• Knowledge of compliance and governance frameworks relevant to cybersecurity and AI.
• Understanding of AI ethics and responsible AI practices.

Soft Skills

• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Collaborative approach and ability to work effectively across diverse teams.
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes.

Additional Information

• This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days per week onsite in London or Sheffield.
• The contract is inside IR35.
• Opportunity to contribute to innovative AI cybersecurity initiatives within a leading financial services organisation.