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Information Security & Compliance Officer

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Coventry

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GBP 25,000 - 35,000

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Job summary

A leading national recruitment agency is seeking an Information Security & Compliance Officer for their IT department in Coventry. This permanent, full-time role focuses on safeguarding data and ensuring compliance with ISO 27001, GDPR, and other critical standards while providing opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

32 days holiday rising to 37 with service
Comprehensive training and mentoring
Free onsite parking with electric charging points
Access to discounts and rewards app
Subsidised bistro
Squash court and recreation area
Supportive and inclusive work culture

Qualifications

  • Passion for developing information security and compliance skills.
  • Happy to travel occasionally to other sites as required.
  • Experience with ISO27001, GDPR, Cyber Essentials, and PCI DSS.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and enhance existing IT systems and security protocols.
  • Manage information security requests and compliance reports.
  • Lead responses to personal data breaches and security incidents.

Skills

Strong analytical skills
Excellent verbal and written communication
Proficiency in Microsoft software
Proactive attitude toward learning
Demonstrable expertise in external audit

Education

Microsoft accreditation or recognized certifications

Job description

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02.07.2025

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Job Description:

Information Security & Compliance Officer sought to join the IT department of an award-winning, national recruitment agency group as they continue to expand their digital presence across multiple brands.

This is a permanent, full-time role based fully onsite at the company’s Meriden office, with occasional travel to other company sites.

The Role:
As Information Security & Compliance Officer, you will become a key player in safeguarding the organisation's data and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.

As a crucial member of the Security and Compliance team, you will play an instrumental role in maintaining and enhancing our security controls across Microsoft Azure, Office 365, and during the migration of our legacy systems to the Microsoft cloud.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Evaluate and enhance existing IT systems, management procedures, and security protocols to ensure robust protection.
  • Oversee ISO 27001 and other key accreditations by collaborating with internal teams and external auditors.
  • Manage information security requests and compliance reports, ensuring adherence to GDPR and other relevant standards.
  • Lead and coordinate responses to personal data breaches and security incidents.
  • Work closely with IT, H&S, HR, customers, and suppliers to ensure appropriate security measures are implemented across all systems.
  • Create and refine policies and procedures that enhance the security and management of Company data.

This role is ideal for an individual with a passion for developing their information security and compliance skills, particularly within a Microsoft-centric environment.

You’ll have the opportunity to leverage your existing skills while developing new ones, contributing to the strategic security objectives of Pertemps Group and ensuring adherence to critical accreditations, including ISO 27001, GDPR, Cyber Essentials, and PCI DSS.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

  • Strong analytical skills with a meticulous approach to identifying and resolving security issues
  • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities, with a knack for translating technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
  • Proficiency in Microsoft software and strong documentation skills
  • A proactive attitude towards learning and developing expertise in information security
  • Happy to travel occasionally to other sites as required.
  • Demonstrable expertise in external audit, compliance, and security processes (ISO27001, GDPR, Cyber Essentials and PCI DSS)
  • Microsoft accreditation or other recognised certifications ( Microsoft Learning, CISA, CISM, CRISC, CCSP) would be very beneficial.
  • £25,000 - £35,000 salary depending on experience
  • 32 days holiday rising with service to 37 max including bank holidays
  • Comprehensive training and mentoring with opportunities for personal and professional growth
  • Mon to Thursday, 9am-5pm Friday
  • Free onsite parking (includes electric charging points)
  • Access to discounts and rewards app
  • Subsidised bistro
  • Squash court and recreation area
  • A supportive and inclusive work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation

Information Security & Compliance Officer

Meriden, Coventry, Warwickshire

£25,000 - £35,000 depending on experience + benefits

IS & Compliance | Compliance Manager | Information Security Officer | Compliance Analyst

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