Information Security Analyst

LegalAndGeneral; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

LegalAndGeneral is seeking an Information Security Analyst to enhance their cybersecurity strategy in Brighton and Hove. This role involves collaborating with technology and risk teams to mitigate security risks, ensuring compliance with best practices, and driving continuous improvements in security operations. Candidates with technical backgrounds desiring a role in governance are especially encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Annual performance bonus

Generous pension contribution

Life assurance

Healthcare Plan

25+ days holiday

Family leave policies

Electric car scheme

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Security Analyst is advantageous.
• Experience with IT security policies and audits.

Responsibilities

• Support the Information Security Manager in securing information assets.
• Provide technical consultancy to ensure compliance with IT security policies.
• Assist with audits and risk assessments.

Skills

Knowledge of industry best practice in Information Security

Ability to explain complex issues

Collaboration with stakeholders

Education

Relevant certifications such as (ISC)2, ISACA, GIAC, or CompTIA

Job description

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Information Security Analyst, Brighton and Hove

Client: LegalAndGeneral

Location: Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: b1b40105176a

Job Views: 5

Posted: 22.06.2025

Expiry Date: 06.08.2025

Job Description:

We have an incredible opportunity for an Information Security Analyst to join us in either Cardiff, Hove or Solihull!

You’ll play a key role in providing the technology expertise required to implement and support the information and cyber security strategy, policy and standards in our Retail division. Working in close collaboration with risk, audit, and technology teams, you’ll reduce and mitigate Information Security risks according to an agreed risk appetite.

Perhaps you come from a technical background and you’re looking for a move into governance? If so, this could be the ideal opportunity for you!

What you'll be doing:

• Supporting the Information Security Manager and other key stakeholders in securing the information assets of the UK Protection business
• Providing technical security consultancy to internal projects and key system enhancements, ensuring IT security best practice is adhered to and that key company projects are compliant with IT security policies, driving continual improvement throughout the project lifecycle
• Working on the security architecture of the estate alongside the IT Operations Teams, driving for secure-by-design solutions
• Assisting with penetration tests, firewall rules and remediation activities, carrying out audits and risk assessments in line with group, external and internal IT security audit schedules
• Maintaining and updating the information security controls in place within the estate in line with risk appetite and governance
• Managing and calibrating security tooling to maximise effectiveness of uptake and use across the estate
• Supporting implementation of appropriate governance, reporting and escalation of changes impacting customers to ensure key checkpoints are met in line with stakeholder and business requirements
• Ensuring any system or process changes that impact customer journeys have been reviewed by business stakeholders to determine the impact of the changes on the delivery of customer outcomes

Who we're looking for:

• Knowledge of industry best practice in process, controls, tools, standards and methods in Information & Cyber Security and IT change
• Ability to explain complex technical issues to a non-technical audience
• Experience collaborating with stakeholders at different seniorities
• Prior experience as a Security Analyst is advantageous
• Relevant certifications such as (ISC)2, ISACA, GIAC, or CompTIA are a plus

Benefits include:

• Participation in annual performance bonus and share schemes
• Generous pension contribution
• Life assurance
• Healthcare Plan (permanent employees)
• At least 25 days holiday plus public holidays, with options to buy and sell holiday
• Family leave policies
• Electric car scheme
• Employee discounts and redesigned workspaces promoting wellbeing

Additional information about our inclusive culture and flexible working options is available. We value strengths, potential, and connection to our purpose over meeting every criterion exactly.