Security Compliance Analyst

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Are you passionate about Information Security Compliance we are seeking a proactive and knowledgeable Information Security Compliance Analyst. This role is pivotal in helping us maintain ISO27001, implement and maintain cyber policies, and deliver key phases of our Cyber Essentials Programme.
About the Role
Join us as an Information Security Compliance Analyst and play a key role in protecting our information assets, identifying and mitigating security risks, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Reporting to the Information Security Compliance Manager, you’ll support internal reviews, audits, and awareness initiatives, and help maintain compliance with standards like ISO 27001, NIS, PCI, and GDPR.
Why is compliance important?
Staying compliant with ISO 27001 is critical for protecting sensitive information, maintaining customer trust, and avoiding legal, regulatory, and reputational risks. Regular internal audits not only ensure ongoing certification but also drive continual improvement and resilience in our information security practices.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan, conduct, and document internal ISO 27001 audits across all areas of the Information Security Management System (ISMS), ensuring all controls and processes are regularly reviewed for effectiveness and compliance
Evaluate the effectiveness of information security policies, procedures, and controls, and identify areas for improvement or non-compliance.
Develop and maintain an annual audit schedule to ensure comprehensive coverage of ISO 27001 requirements and continual improvement of the ISMS.
Collaborate with stakeholders to gather evidence, address audit findings, and implement corrective actions to close compliance gaps.
Promote information security awareness and a positive security culture throughout the organisation.
Support security testing, including penetration tests and vulnerability scans.
Ensure third-party contracts meet security requirements.
Maintain compliance with relevant standards and legislation.
Support policy and procedure development.
What We Are Looking For:
Full UK driving licence
Strong understanding of information security principles, cyber threats, and risk management
Familiarity and experience with ISO 27001 standard
Experience of performing audits and producing reports
Ability to influence and build relationships across all levels of the organisation
A collaborative, self-motivated approach with strong organisational skills.
Experience with ISO 27001, NIST, or Cyber Essentials
Eligible for UK Government Security Clearance (SC)
Why You'll Love Working With Us:
We know that the support and commitment of our staff is key to our success so you will receive the opportunity for ongoing development and training for a long-term career with us. In return, we offer an excellent range of benefits including:
Annual salary of up to £36,000 depending upon experience
Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
A discretionary Bonus
Competitive Contributory Pension
Share-save Scheme
Various health benefits
Wellbeing support programmes
A range of Group Discounts
Cycle to Work Scheme
Financial support services
And plenty more!
Closing Date: 6th February
Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process.
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- Division
- South West Water
- Department
- Business, Corporate and Support Functions
- Locations
- Exeter (Peninsula House)
- Yearly salary
- £32,000 - £39,000
- Employment type
- Full-time
About South West Water
We look after the water and wastewater services for 1.8 million customers across Cornwall, Devon, the Isles of Scilly and parts of Dorset and Somerset.
From treatment and maintenance, to innovation and improvements, we're busy every day finding and fixing leaks, unblocking sewers and going bigger and further in our environmental work to be a company you can be proud of.