Information Security Analyst

Liverpool Football Club; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sports organization is seeking an Information Security Analyst to work in a hybrid role based in Liverpool. You will ensure effective management of security incidents and support the information security framework. Candidates should have a strong background in information security, with familiarity in security frameworks and technologies like Microsoft 365 security tools. This full-time position offers a competitive salary, 25 days holiday, and additional benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme

High street discounts

Volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong background in information security.
• Experience working in or alongside a Security Operations Centre (SOC).
• Familiarity with Cyber Essentials, PCI DSS, and NIST.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Club’s managed SOC to ensure alerts are responded to effectively.
• Support the vulnerability testing processes.
• Perform security reviews across information systems.

Skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of Microsoft 365 security technologies

Experience with security frameworks

Education

Degree or professional certification in IT, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Defender

Ironscales

Netskope

AWS security

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for an individual to join our Liverpool FC team as an Information Security Analyst.

The Information Security Analyst is a hybrid role, reporting to the Director, Information Security. You will work closely with LFC’s managed Security Operations Centre (SOC) provider and other key suppliers, ensuring that security alerts, events and incidents are managed effectively. The role will also involve supporting the processes and controls which make up the Club’s information security framework, adopting an approach of continuous improvement so that the organisation can respond effectively to the ever-changing threat landscape.

What will you be doing?

• Work with the Club’s managed SOC to ensure alerts and incidents are responded to effectively and any required improvements are implemented in a timely manner.
• Support the vulnerability testing processes performed both internally and by independent third parties.
• Complete regular audits of the processes which underpin the Club’s Information Security policies.
• Perform security reviews across information systems and key infrastructure.
• Support the information security incident response process of triage, investigation, response and mitigation.
• Support the information security awareness process via e-learning initiatives, simulated phishing tests and regular communications to colleagues across the Club.
• Provide project support, where necessary, to any information security initiatives.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends, technologies, and regulatory requirements.
• Produce and maintain relevant reports and dashboards of information/cyber security metrics for management reporting.
• Build and maintain relationships with teams and departments across the Club to ensure awareness and visibility of the information security function is maintained.
  
  

Who are we looking for?

We’re looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a strong background in information security to join our team. Ideally, you’ll have experience working in or alongside a Security Operations Centre (SOC), or within operational teams such as Information Security, IT Service Desk, or IT Infrastructure. Previous roles as an Information Security Analyst or similar are highly desirable.

You should be familiar with Microsoft 365 security technologies including Defender for Endpoint, Sentinel, Defender for Server, Azure AD, Purview, Defender for Cloud, Entra, and Intune. A degree or professional certification in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field—or equivalent experience—is essential.

You’ll need excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, strong interpersonal abilities, and the confidence to communicate complex information clearly to a range of audiences. Knowledge of security frameworks such as ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials, PCI DSS, and NIST is important, and certifications like CISSP, CISM, or CEH are a plus. Experience with tools such as Ironscales, Netskope, and AWS security, as well as familiarity with cyber threat intelligence and Data Loss Prevention (DLP) monitoring, would be advantageous. If you’re a self-starter who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about cyber security, we’d love to hear from you.

Why should you apply?

This isa full-time permanent role working35hours per week. Your main base will be our Liverpool city centre office on Chapel Street.

To reward your hard work and commitment we offer a competitive salary, 25 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays and the option to purchase up to an additional 5 days) and a contributory pension scheme.

You will have access to our benefits kit bag where you can get high street discounts, and a selection of benefit schemes you can join. There are opportunities to get involved with volunteering through our LFC Foundation to give back to the local community.

At Liverpool Football Club, we have an unwavering commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and are always looking to making a positive difference in the communities that we operate within. We are proud of our achievements in this area; maintaining the Premier League Equality Standard Advanced Level, becoming a founding signatory of the Football Association’s Football Leadership Diversity Code and being recognised as a leader in this important area on and off the pitch. We take our responsibilities in this area seriously and through the work being done across the club, we are committed to increasing the diversity of our people and becoming an increasingly inclusive workplace for all. We are committed to hiring great people representative of diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills across our entire business. If you share our enthusiasm and passion for inclusivity, then we want to hear from you.

Liverpool FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all Colleagues and Volunteers to share this commitment.

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