Information Security Analyst

The Granite Group; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Liverpool seeks an experienced Information Security Analyst to join their team. This role offers opportunities for growth, focusing on developing both GRC and technical security skills in a collaborative environment. Candidates should have robust experience in risk management and a strong understanding of security frameworks.

Benefits

Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay

Colleague Assistance Programme

Flexible Benefits Platform

Volunteering Opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in information security roles.
• Experience with risk assessment methodologies.
• Knowledge of information security frameworks such as ISO 27001 or NIST.

Responsibilities

• Identify and assess risk, ensuring mitigations are tracked to completion.
• Support development of information security policies and procedures.
• Conduct security architecture reviews for new systems.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and a highly motivated Information Security Analyst to join our Information Security Team in this time of exciting growth. This role offers the chance to work in a growing collaborative team as well as a chance for excellent progression and exciting opportunities to develop both GRC and technical security skills within a supportive environment.

Job Title: Information Security Analyst

Location: Liverpool City Centre, Hybrid working available

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week - 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

What you will be doing:

• Work with all parties across the business to identify and assess risk and ensure mitigations are tracked to completion.
• Support the development and maintenance of information security policies, standards and procedures in line with regulatory frameworks and industry standards.
• Support third party risk management processes.
• Work with Security Operations and IT teams to provide oversight of vulnerability assessments and remediation activities.
• Conduct security architecture reviews for new systems and services.
• Evaluate technical security controls and recommending improvements.
• Support the implementation of security tools and technologies.
• Provide oversight of the security incident management process.
• Provide security metrics for interested parties at all levels.
• Support the security awareness programme to promote a culture of security within all levels of the Group.
• Provide support for internal and external security audits.

What we are looking for:

• Minimum 3 years' experience in information security roles.
• Experience with risk assessment methodologies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Knowledge of information security frameworks such as ISO 27001 or NIST.
• Understanding of security technologies and controls
• Knowledge of vulnerability management processes.

About Acorn Insurance

With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover.

At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day.

The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5.

Why Acorn Insurance?

Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include:

• Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays)
• Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay.
• Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as:
• 6 Free Counselling sessions per year
• Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7
• Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor.
• Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues.
• A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner
• Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet.
• Refer a friend scheme with a £250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period.
• Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice.
• Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary.

Reward, Recognition and Culture:

• Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years’ service
• A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers.
• Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers.
• Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events.

Visit our website to view more of our excellent work benefits!

All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard.

Due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships.

At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.