Junior Security Analyst (Basingstoke)

Overview

As a Junior Security Analyst at InfoSum, you will support the security program by helping monitor, assess, and improve the company’s information security posture. You will work with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with standards and regulations while contributing to incident response and risk mitigation. The role offers hands-on experience in monitoring, audits, and policy maintenance within a privacy-conscious, hybrid environment. You’ll gain exposure to security governance and vendor risk management as part of protecting critical data assets.

Responsibilities

• Security Monitoring: assist in monitoring systems for threats and vulnerabilities; track incidents and report findings
• Risk Assessment Support: collect data, identify risks, and aid in mitigation strategies
• Compliance Assistance: support ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR compliance through policy and control upkeep
• Audit Support: coordinate and assist internal/external audits and address findings
• Incident Response Assistance: document incidents and analyze causes to prevent recurrences
• Security Awareness Support: help organize security training for employees
• Vendor Risk Management: assess third-party vendors’ security practices and alignment with standards
• Security Documentation: maintain records of security activities, policies, and procedures

Key requirements

• 1-2 years of experience in information security, IT, or related field
• Understanding of ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR
• Basic knowledge of risk management and vulnerability assessment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Familiarity with security monitoring tools and incident response practices is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other productivity tools

• communication
• collaboration
• analytical thinking
• security monitoring tools
• incident response practices
• ISO 27001

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