IT & InfoSec Engineer

Job Description

About 9fin

9fin is the AI platform powering global debt markets — the world’s largest asset class at over $145 trillion.

Debt markets are vast, global, and mission-critical, yet still run on fragmented data, PDFs, and manual workflows. 9fin replaces this broken infrastructure with a single platform that centralises proprietary credit data, deep analysis, and high-value workflows across global markets.

Today, 9fin powers teams at 300+ blue-chip institutions worldwide, including global banks, asset managers, private equity firms, law firms, and advisors. The business is scaling at exceptional speed, with rapid expansion in the US and best-in-class retention driven by deep workflow adoption.

We’re at a defining inflection point. With proven product-market fit and strong, global market pull, 9fin is accelerating toward becoming the category-defining platform for debt markets worldwide.

The Role

We are expanding our IT & Information Security function to support 9fin’s continued global growth.

As an IT & InfoSec Engineer, you will play a key role in the day-to-day operation of IT and security across the business. You will work closely with the IT & InfoSec department to ensure systems are reliable, secure, and scalable.

This is a hands-on role with broad exposure across IT operations, security, and compliance. You will be expected to take ownership of tasks and continuously improve how we operate.

Responsibilities

IT Operations

• Provide day-to-day IT support across a global, distributed workforce

• Manage on-boarding and off-boarding (devices, access, permissions)

• Administer core systems including:

  • JumpCloud

  • Google Workspace

  • Slack

  • Notion

• Support device management (95% Mac, 5% Windows)

• Troubleshoot issues across SaaS tools, endpoints, and identity systems

• Contribute to improving the IT service desk function

Systems & Identity

• Support identity and access management (SSO, SAML, user lifecycle via JumpCloud)

• Assist with endpoint security, patching, and device compliance

• Maintain and improve system integrations across core tools

• Identify opportunities to automate repeatable processes

Information Security

• Support implementation of security policies and controls

• Assist with monitoring and maintaining 9fins security posture

• Assist:

  • Vulnerability management

  • Security awareness initiatives

Compliance & Audit

• Support SOC2 and ISO:42001 processes

• Assist with audit preparation and evidence collection

Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to documentation and internal knowledge sharing

• Stay up to date with modern IT and security practices

About You

We are looking for someone early in their career who is highly motivated, curious, and comfortable taking ownership in a fast-paced environment.

Experience

• 1–3 years experience in IT support, systems administration, or similar

• Experience working in a SaaS-heavy environment

Technical Skills

• Familiarity with:

  • Identity and access management concepts

    • Exposure to tools such as JumpCloud or similar

  • Google Workspace, Slack, modern SaaS tooling

• Basic networking knowledge

• Experience with device provisioning and management

• Exposure to security frameworks (SOC2, ISO, Cyber Essentials) is a plus

• Scripting or automation experience (e.g. Python, PowerShell) is beneficial

Mindset & Behaviour

• Strong ownership: you take responsibility and follow through

• High standards: you care about doing things properly, not just quickly

• Curious and proactive: you look for better ways of working

• Comfortable working independently in a small team

• Clear communicator with both technical and non-technical users

Additional Information

• Based in Belfast with travel to London (~1 week in 6)

• Occasional travel to other offices may be required

• You will be part of a small, high-impact team with broad exposure across the business

Growth

This role offers a clear path into:

• IT Operations

• Information Security

• Systems and automation

You will gain experience across the full IT & security stack at a scaling, global company.

Financial & Insurance

• Competitive Salary (our salary bands are benchmarked at the top end of the market)

• Equity

• Pension (your minimum contributions are 4% with 9fin matching up to 7%)

• Private Medical Insurance

• Paid sick leave with Income Protection for long periods of illness

• Group Life Assurance

• Season Ticket Loan & Cycle to Work schemes

Time off

• 25 holiday days per year

• Local public holidays (with the ability to exchange them for alternative days)

• Hybrid working model, to allow you the flexibility to decide how, where and when you do your best work

• Work abroad for up to 3 months a year

• 1 month paid sabbatical after 5 years of service

• Enhanced parental leave & flexible working arrangements available

Training & Culture

• Professional learning and development budget

• AI experimentation budget of £800 (UK) per employee to trial AI tools

• Quarterly team socials

• Summer and Winter company social events

9fin is an equal opportunities employer

At 9fin we are dedicated to building and promoting a fair and inclusive workplace where everyone can reach their full potential and truly belong. We recognize that building diverse teams enables a more creative and productive environment. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be who we’re looking for — either for this role, or perhaps another.