Information Security Risk Advisor

JR United Kingdom; Luton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Information Security Risk Advisor to join their team in Luton. This role focuses on managing technology-related risk activities, ensuring compliance, and supporting strategic projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in information security, excellent communication skills, and a customer service orientation. You will collaborate with stakeholders, conduct risk assessments, and prepare reports for leadership. This position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your career in a supportive and innovative environment, where your contributions will help shape the future of information security.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in building a career in information/cyber security.
• Attention to detail and ability to verify information accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Organize and manage activities, prioritizing requests based on criticality and risk.
• Assist in conducting risk assessments to identify risks and non-compliance issues.

Skills

Information Security

Cyber Security

PowerBI

Alteryx

Excel

Education

Formal qualification in Information Security

Tools

Microsoft M365

Job description

Information Security Risk Advisor, Luton, Bedfordshire

Company Overview: We are supporting the hiring of a leading global professional services firm, renowned for its commitment to excellence and innovation. The team is dedicated to delivering high-quality services and solutions to clients, helping them navigate complex challenges and achieve their goals. They foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment where every team member can thrive.

Job Description:

The role focuses on risk management activities related to technology within the UK firm. You will report to the Risk Management Manager and work with a supportive team.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Organize and manage activities, prioritizing requests based on criticality and risk.
2. Liaise with stakeholders to gather information on relevant technologies.
3. Assist in conducting risk assessments to identify risks and non-compliance issues.
4. Evaluate the impact of risks on the organization, including financial and reputational consequences.
5. Support risk remediation, managing and tracking risks until closure.
6. Serve as the point of contact for business teams regarding information security questions.
7. Prepare reports for leadership and stakeholders on a daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis.
8. Own assigned tasks, monitor KPIs, and ensure deadlines are met.
9. Support strategic projects, process improvements, and knowledge sharing activities.

Skills and Experience:

• Strong interest in building a career in information/cyber security.
• Formal qualification in Information Security.
• Experience in a relevant security or IT role is a plus but not required.
• Attention to detail and ability to verify information accuracy.
• Curiosity and good questioning skills to assess significance of issues.
• Ability to manage workload, prioritize tasks, and escalate when necessary.
• Customer service orientation, problem-solving skills, and team collaboration.
• Effective communication skills, including writing and presentation abilities.
• Basic to intermediate data manipulation and visualization skills (e.g., PowerBI, Alteryx, Excel).
• Experience with Microsoft M365 is desirable but not essential.

Skills:

Information Security, PowerBI, Alteryx, Excel, Cyber Security