Security Culture Analyst

Wales & West Utilities; Newport; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A gas distribution company is seeking a Security Culture Analyst in Newport. The role focuses on developing and implementing cybersecurity awareness programs to foster a security-first culture. Candidates should have experience in training and communication, with a background in cybersecurity preferred. The position offers a competitive salary and flexible working options.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible working opportunities

Retirement savings plan

Enhanced parental leave pay

Company sick pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Comprehensive training

Qualifications

• Proven experience in delivering cyber security awareness programs.
• Experience with innovative learning platforms.
• Understanding of adult learning principles.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement cybersecurity awareness training programs.
• Develop cybersecurity awareness communication materials.
• Lead data analytics efforts on training effectiveness.

Skills

Experience in developing cybersecurity training programs

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of adult learning principles

Understanding of phishing techniques

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Relevant cybersecurity certifications

Job description

Location

Newport (South Wales)

Salary

£35,466 - £41,055

Contract

Permanent (Full Time)

Closing date

11th August 2025

Working hours

37 hours Monday to Friday

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Who are we?

We are a gas distribution business that services the gas infrastructure across Wales and the south-west of England. We serve our customers and communities with safe, reliable, and affordable energy services whilst investing to create a sustainable future to deliver our carbon-free vision for 2050.

What we’re looking for?

The Security Culture Analyst (Security Awareness, Training and Exercising) in Wales & West Utilities (WWU)’s Cyber Resilience Team is responsible for developing and implementing programs to educate and train employees on cyber security best practice, focused on improving security behaviours, fostering a security first culture and reducing human cyber risk.

This role is instrumental in building a resilient cyber security culture within WWU, by developing effective training programs and developing enhanced awareness, employing innovative and novel technologies to support the mission.

We’ll trust you to:

• Design, develop and implement a tailored, measurable cyber security awareness and training programme that addresses the specific needs of, and risks to, WWU.
• Plan, research, and create high-quality cybersecurity awareness communications deliverables such as presentations, talking points, videos, emails, articles, compelling images/infographics, web content, and online training.
• Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive data and analytics to assess the effectiveness of the Cyber Culture training and make recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Communicate with leadership teams across WWU to gain support for cybersecurity awareness initiatives and develop communication strategies to foster a cybersecurity-aware culture.

You can read a full job description here.

You’ll need to have:

Essential:

• Proven experience in developing and delivering cyber security awareness and training programmes.
• A strong awareness of innovative learning platforms.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Understanding adult learning principles and instructional design.
• Knowledge of phishing techniques and social engineering.

Desirable:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cybersecurity or related field.
• Other relevant cyber security certifications

Due to the enhanced safety critical nature of this role, you will also be required to carry out a National Security Vetting Security Clearance check - this will be carried out by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV). You can find out more details of the process on the Government website here:

National security vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

All offers of employment are subject to the above and pre-employment drug & alcohol screening.

We would also love to hear about anything else you feel you could add or bring to the role!

As we are a safety critical organisation, all offers of employment are subject to pre-employment drug & alcohol screening.

What’s in it for you?

• A competitive salary starting at £35,466 rising to £41,055
• Hybrid working
• Flexible working opportunities
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays which can be tailored to celebrations that reflect your beliefs
• Retirement Savings Plan (pension) with Aviva: 5% employee contribution, with WWU doubling your contribution at 10% - totalling 15%
• 14 x salary Life Insurance linked to membership of the Retirement Savings Plan
• “Choices” flexible benefit scheme options including corporate gym memberships, dental insurance, and health cash-plans
• Access to our Financial Wellbeing Programme - allowing you to manage your benefits flexibly to suit your financial needs
• Enhanced pay for parental leave
• Retail discounts and cashback scheme
• Friends & Family Discount for Three Mobile and Broadband
• Colleague recognition including Annual Celebrating Excellence Awards
• Living Wage Accredited Employer
• Award winning employer for ‘Outstanding Contribution to Workplace Health and Wellbeing’ and leading the industry in championing equality, diversity and inclusion
• Annual salary review
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Company Sick Pay
• In-house Occupational Health Team
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Comprehensive training

The way we do things

Our Ambition, Priorities and Values inform everything we do as a business – from our strategic planning to the performance management of our colleagues. Our values underpin everything we do and we are committed to creating a working environment that supports and fosters diversity, inclusion and equity, where all of our colleagues feel valued and supported to contribute to their full potential.

We are focused on creating a culture where it doesn’t matter about gender, race, sexuality or disability; it’s about our colleagues’ skills, the way we do things and how we live our values.

You can find out morehere.

Interested?

If you think you’d make a good addition to the team, we would love to hear from you!

To apply, click the link below.

If you would prefer to complete your application form in an alternative format such as Microsoft Word or would like to discuss the role in a little more detail, please contact us [e-mail] on 07971 038 982.

You can also ask us about flexible working practices that may be available or tell us if you have any special requirements during the application process.

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