Infosec Analyst - Outside IR35 - up to £300 per day - 6 months

A leading organisation within the transport and logistics sector is looking for an Information Security Analyst to join its Group IT function. You'll play a key role in protecting business-critical systems, operational technology and data by monitoring security controls, assessing risk, supporting audits and driving cyber security best practice across the business. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative security team working in a complex, enterprise environment.

Information Security Analyst (Contract)

Day Rate: Up to £300 per day (Outside IR35)
Contract: 6-month rolling contract
Location: Liverpool (Hybrid)

Keywords: Information Security, Cyber Security, ISO27001, NIST, Risk, Governance, Vulnerability Management, Incident Response, Outside IR35

A leading organisation within the transport and logistics sector is looking for an Information Security Analyst to join its Group IT function on an initial 6-month rolling contract.

You'll play a key role in protecting business-critical systems, operational technology and data by monitoring security controls, assessing risk, supporting audits and driving cyber security best practice across the business. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative security team working in a complex, enterprise environment.

What you'll do

• Monitor and improve information security controls across the IT estate.

• Support risk assessments, internal audits and compliance activities.

• Investigate security incidents, phishing reports and alerts.

• Produce regular security reporting, metrics and risk updates.

• Support vulnerability management and security testing.

• Deliver cyber security awareness initiatives and training.

• Work closely with IT and business stakeholders to strengthen security governance.

• Maintain security documentation and provide guidance on security best practice.

What you'll bring

• Previous experience in an Information Security, Cyber Security or IT Security Analyst role.

• Strong understanding of security principles including risk management, vulnerability management, incident response and access control.

• Knowledge of security frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST or Cyber Essentials.

• Experience with common security technologies such as endpoint protection, firewalls, authentication and logging tools.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, SC-900, Network+ or ISO 27001 are desirable.

Why apply?

• Up to £300 per day (Outside IR35)

• Initial 6-month rolling contract

• Hybrid working with occasional site visits

• Opportunity to work within a large, complex infrastructure environment

• Collaborative team with a strong focus on security and continuous improvement

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