Security Analyst

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

Job summary

A UK recruitment agency is seeking a Security Analyst to enhance compliance and technical security in a forward-thinking business. This role involves identifying security risks, supporting policy development, and evaluating technical controls. With 2+ years of experience required, this position offers competitive salary and growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and 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.

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.

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 | £35k-£45k + Benefits/Progression

Zachary Daniels are delighted to be working with a well-established UK business during an exciting period of growth, to recruit a Security Analyst. This is a company investing heavily in technology, compliance, and security.

In this role, you'll be part of a collaborative team, working across compliance, risk, and technical security to protect the business, strengthen frameworks, and support transformation projects. It's a varied position offering real scope to grow both your governance and technical skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £45 000 (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 an 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.

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

Apply today with your most up-to-date CV!

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