Senior Information Security Analyst

Mininginformation; Mansfield; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Pension up to 29%

Annual leave 27.5 days

Family leave

Learning & subscriptions

Wellbeing allowance

Job summary

Mining Remediation Authority is seeking a Senior Information Security Analyst to protect critical services and support continuous improvement across the organisation. You'll lead vulnerability management, coordinate security incidents, conduct risk assessments and advise on controls for systems, services and suppliers.

The role requires stakeholder engagement, analytical thinking and the ability to translate technical risks into practical guidance.

Qualifications

• Experience identifying, assessing and managing cyber and information security risks.
• Ability to translate complex technical issues into practical, proportionate advice for different audiences.
• Experience in areas such as vulnerability management, incident response, security assurance, risk assessment or supplier assurance.

Responsibilities

• Leading vulnerability management activities and working with technical teams to reduce security risks.
• Managing and supporting security incidents, investigations and lessons learned activity.
• Conducting security risk assessments and advising on appropriate controls for systems, services, projects and suppliers.
• Supporting governance, compliance and assurance processes through reporting, monitoring and improvement planning.
• Acting as a trusted advisor, helping colleagues across the organisation understand security risks and make informed decisions.
• Maintaining oversight of security actions, controls and improvement initiatives to strengthen our overall security posture.

Skills

Vulnerability management

Incident response

Security risk assessment

Supplier assurance

Governance & compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Job description

About You

Protect the systems, services and information that people rely on every day

Are you an experienced information security professional looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference?

We're looking for a Senior Information Security Analyst to play a key role in protecting our systems, services and information. This is an opportunity to work across the organisation, influencing decisions, reducing risk and helping to build a resilient and secure digital environment.

You'll combine technical expertise with practical problem-solving, working with colleagues, suppliers and senior stakeholders to ensure security is embedded into everything we do.

You might be working in information security, cyber security, governance, risk, assurance or compliance and be ready for a broader role with greater influence and variety.

We're looking for someone who:

• Has experience identifying, assessing and managing cyber and information security risks.
• Can translate complex technical issues into practical, proportionate advice for different audiences.
• Has experience in areas such as vulnerability management, incident response, security assurance, risk assessment or supplier assurance.
• Enjoys building positive working relationships and influencing others to make informed, risk-based decisions.
• Is organised, analytical and confident managing competing priorities in a fast-moving environment.

Most importantly, you'll be someone who takes a pragmatic approach to security, balancing risk, business needs and user experience.

About The Role

This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same. You'll work across a broad range of security and assurance activities, helping to protect critical services and support continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading vulnerability management activities and working with technical teams to reduce security risks.
• Managing and supporting security incidents, investigations and lessons learned activity.
• Conducting security risk assessments and advising on appropriate controls for systems, services, projects and suppliers.
• Supporting governance, compliance and assurance processes through reporting, monitoring and improvement planning.
• Acting as a trusted advisor, helping colleagues across the organisation understand security risks and make informed decisions.
• Maintaining oversight of security actions, controls and improvement initiatives to strengthen our overall security posture.

You'll also have the opportunity to contribute to the development of security policies, standards and guidance, helping to shape the future direction of information security across the organisation.

To find out more about the role, take a look at the job description.

We don’t expect candidates to meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you!

Role location: Hybrid working (on average 2 days working out of our Mansfield office)

Schedule: Application closing date: 31st August 2026

Sifting date: 4th September 2026

Interviews: w/c 7th September 2026

(If you are unavailable on these interview dates, please make us aware, and we will look at alternative dates)

Security: Successful candidates must pass basic security checks and will be subject to UK Immigration requirements.

About Mining Remediation Authority

Why join us?

Make a real difference with flexibility, long‑term security and support for life outside work.

At the Mining Remediation Authority, you’ll do meaningful work that improves people’s lives and protects the environment, while building a sustainable and balanced career.

• Flexibility that fits your life – hybrid working and flexibility in how you manage your time
• Financial security for your future – including a pension with up to 29% employer contribution
• Time to recharge – 27.5 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, with options to flex more days
• Support through life’s big moments – generous family leave and flexibility when you need it most
• Opportunities to grow – funded learning, development and professional subscriptions
• Wellbeing support you can use every day – including a monthly wellbeing allowance, confidential support and practical health benefits

Find out more about our full range of benefits and what it’s like to work with us here Life page

About us

At the Mining Remediation Authority, we make a real difference to people and places across Great Britain. From managing mining hazards to protecting the environment, our work keeps communities safe. We’re also playing an exciting role in the future of energy, helping to unlock mine water heat as a sustainable source to support the UK’s net zero ambitions. Our people are knowledgeable, collaborative and committed to doing the right thing for each other and for the communities we serve.

Why this matters

You’ll be joining an organisation that’s proud of the impact we make. We’re supportive, inclusive and genuinely care about delivering the right outcomes for communities across England, Scotland and Wales. Discover more about our work in our Business Plan

Inclusion matters to us

We’re committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, and we welcome applications from everyone.

We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants and those from minority ethnic backgrounds who meet the minimum criteria.

If you need any adjustments as part of the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail] or call 01623 637000 we’re here to support you.