Information Security Analyst

Proactive Appointments; City Of London; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Information Security Analyst for a 3-month fully remote contract. The candidate will handle security governance, risk assessment, and compliance tasks, ensuring adherence to relevant standards. The role requires independent judgment and effective communication across technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing security oversight and risk management.
• Ability to work independently and make sound judgments.
• Clear communication skills with both technical and non-technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Assess risks and review supplier security documentation.
• Respond to security questionnaires and tenders.
• Support incident investigations and maintain security compliance.

Skills

Technical Security Analysis

GRC Activities

Communication with stakeholders

Tools

Cyber Essentials Plus

ISO 27001

GDPR

Job description

Information Security Analyst

Up to GBP200 per day (Inside IR35) 3 Month Contract Fully Remote Working

Our client are seeking an experienced Information Security Analyst to provide immediate support to the Information Security team. This role is a hybrid of technical security analysis and governance, risk, and compliance (GRC)activities.

The successful candidate will play a key role in assessing risks, reviewing supplier and project security documentation, responding to security questionnaires and tenders, supporting incident investigations, and helping to maintain security posture and compliance with relevant standards (Cyber Essentials Plus, ISO 27001, DSPT, GDPR, NCSC).

This is a hands–on delivery role for someone who can work independently, make sound judgements, and communicate clearly with both technical and non–technical stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Security Governance & Risk
• Technical Security Oversight
• Supplier and Third–Party Security Assurance
• Advisory and Awareness

Desirable

• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CEH, CompTIA Security+, or equivalent experience.
• Experience working in healthcare, charity, or public sector environments.
• Familiarity with NCSC CAF and NHS DSPT frameworks.
• Experience working with SOCs and incident response partners.

Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted.

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