GRC & InfoSec Analyst (12-Month FTC) – Hybrid

The Acorn Group; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based insurance group based in Liverpool is seeking an experienced Information Security Analyst for a 12-month FTC. This position offers the chance to work in a collaborative team, handling risk assessments and developing security policies while enjoying a hybrid work environment. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years' experience in information security roles and strong analytical skills. The role provides excellent career progression opportunities and a competitive salary alongside a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits

Professional development opportunities

Mental health support

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in information security roles.
• Experience with risk assessment methodologies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Knowledge of information security frameworks such as ISO 27001 or NIST.
• Understanding of security technologies and controls.
• Knowledge of vulnerability management processes.

Responsibilities

• Identify and assess risks across the business and track mitigations.
• Develop and maintain information security policies and standards.
• Support third party risk management processes.
• Conduct security architecture reviews for new systems and services.
• Evaluate technical security controls and recommend improvements.
• Support the implementation of security tools and technologies.
• Provide oversight of the security incident management process.

Skills

Risk assessment methodologies

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of information security frameworks

Understanding of security technologies

Knowledge of vulnerability management processes

Education

Minimum 3 years' experience in information security roles

Job description

A UK-based insurance group based in Liverpool is seeking an experienced Information Security Analyst for a 12-month FTC. This position offers the chance to work in a collaborative team, handling risk assessments and developing security policies while enjoying a hybrid work environment. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years' experience in information security roles and strong analytical skills. The role provides excellent career progression opportunities and a competitive salary alongside a supportive workplace culture.