Security Analyst

Zachary Daniels Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Security Analyst to join a well-established UK business in North West England. This role involves ensuring compliance and enhancing security measures across the organization. Ideal candidates will have over 2 years of experience in security, strong risk assessment skills, and the ability to communicate security concepts effectively. The position offers a competitive salary up to £45k plus benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to DOE

Generous annual leave

Enhanced parental leave

Life assurance

Regular social events

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in a security role.
• Strong understanding of risk assessment methodologies.
• Knowledge of frameworks such as ISO 27001.
• Experience with vulnerability management and technical controls.
• Confident communicator who explains security concepts effectively.

Responsibilities

• Identify and assess security risks with mitigation plans.
• Support development and maintenance of security policies.
• Assist with third-party security reviews.
• Conduct architecture reviews for new systems.
• Evaluate technical controls and recommend improvements.

Skills

Risk assessment methodologies

Vulnerability management

Technical controls

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Security Analyst | UK Financial Services | Compliance & Technical Security | North West England | Salary up to £35k-£45k + Benefits/Progression

Zachary Daniels are delighted to be partnering with a well-established UK business during a growth period to recruit a Security Analyst. This role supports the company’s technology, compliance, and security initiatives.

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to DOE
• Generous annual leave entitlement, rising with service
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and parental leave
• Life assurance
• Regular social events

Role Responsibilities

• Identify and assess security risks, ensuring mitigation plans are in place
• Support the development and maintenance of security policies and standards
• Assist with third-party security reviews and supplier risk management
• Provide oversight of vulnerability assessments
• Conduct architecture reviews for new systems and services
• Evaluate technical controls and recommend improvements
• Support the rollout of new security tools and technologies
• Provide input into incident management and security metrics reporting

About You

• 2+ years" experience in a security role
• Strong understanding of risk assessment methodologies
• Knowledge of frameworks such as ISO 27001
• Experience with vulnerability management and technical controls
• Excellent problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail
• Confident communicator with the ability to explain security concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Next Steps

This is more than just a security role — a chance to join a forward-thinking business, develop expertise across both compliance and technical domains, and make a real impact in protecting and enabling the organisation.

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