Cyber Security Analyst

Maxwell Bond; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology solutions provider is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst to oversee ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials Plus frameworks. This hybrid role requires strong GRC experience and will involve maintaining certification standards and conducting audits. The ideal candidate will have excellent stakeholder management skills and a keen attention to detail. The salary ranges from £45,000 to £65,000, with attractive benefits included.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Hybrid working flexibility

Opportunity for career growth

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading or supporting ISO 27001 certification.
• Strong understanding of Cyber Essentials Plus processes.
• Experience conducting risk assessments and managing compliance projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and maintenance of ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials Plus.
• Conduct gap assessments and oversee remediation projects.
• Coordinate with technical teams and external auditors for audit readiness.

Skills

ISO 27001 certification

Cyber Essentials Plus

Risk assessments

Stakeholder management

Organisational skills

Job description

Cyber Security Analyst (GRC & Compliance)

Location: Hybrid (Home-based with occasional site visits across the UK)
Salary: £45,000 – £65,000 + benefits
Type: Permanent | Full-time

About the Company

Our client is a leading technology solutions and distribution business with a strong presence across the UK and Europe. They are known for their collaborative culture, commitment to innovation, and dedication to delivering best-in-class IT and cloud services to partners and customers.

The organisation continues to expand its cybersecurity and compliance functions to support its growing infrastructure and ensure alignment with evolving industry standards.

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for a Cyber Security Analyst with strong GRC and compliance experience to take ownership of key security frameworks and drive continual improvement across the business.

You’ll play a vital role in maintaining and improving certification standards such as ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials Plus, leading audits, and supporting cross-functional teams to enhance the organisation’s security posture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation, management, and maintenance of ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials Plus frameworks.
• Conduct gap assessments and oversee remediation projects to ensure compliance with internal and external standards.
• Coordinate with technical teams and external auditors to support audit readiness and successful certification.
• Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and risk documentation.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the information security management system (ISMS).
• Partner with business and IT stakeholders to promote best practices in governance, risk, and compliance.

Key Skills & Experience

• Proven experience leading or supporting ISO 27001 certification (implementation and/or management system lead).
• Strong understanding of Cyber Essentials Plus processes and audit requirements.
• Experience conducting risk assessments, gap analyses, and managing compliance projects.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Familiarity with external audit processes and working cross-functionally with technical and business teams.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Location & Working Model

• Home-based role with travel to UK sites approximately once per month (or as needed for audits).
• Preferred candidate locations within 2 hours of key UK hubs such as Thiel, Andover, Milton Keynes, or Nottingham.
• Occasional travel to other UK or European sites (e.g. Dublin) may be required.

Salary & Benefits

• £45,000 – £65,000 DOE
• Competitive benefits package
• Hybrid working flexibility
• Opportunity to lead compliance initiatives in a well-established and growing organisation

How to Apply

If you’re passionate about information security governance and want to make a real impact in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or reach out directly for a confidential discussion.