Information Security Analyst

Information Security Analyst

Organisation    Cranfield University
School/Department    Information Services
Based at    Cranfield Campus, Cranfield, Bedfordshire
Hours of work    37 hours per week
Contract type    Permanent
Salary    £32,094 to £35,773 per annum (with additional performance related pay up to £44,716 per annum)
Apply by     29/04/2018

Cranfield is an exclusively postgraduate university that is a global leader for education and transformational research in technology and management.  It relies critically on its IT infrastructure and information systems to support its postgraduate learning, applied research and professional services.

The information systems support a wide range of sectors across high value industries to open research whilst ensuring that all information has the appropriate level of protection.

The university comprises of 1,500 staff supporting 4,500 students in over 100 buildings on the campus including world-class research intensive initiatives.

The university is looking for an Information Security Analyst to develop, implement and monitor a comprehensive enterprise-wide information security protection programme, based on accepted industry standards. You will provide insight into the current security posture and highlight improvement activities to mitigate risk. The Information Security function is the provider of expert security advice, guidance and support across the wide range of systems, services, users and assets.

You will have an up-to-date knowledge of security technologies as you will act as an interface between IT technical teams and business managers, and an analytical approach to security controls, tools and processes. You should also hold either a degree or equivalent professional qualification, and be a certified information security specialist.

You will also have proven experience of implementing security-based projects and an in-depth knowledge of security standards and applicable legislation that is relevant to protecting information and IT systems.

Due to the nature of the work undertaken, this post is subject to a screening process.

For an informal discussion, please contact Gary Dooley, Information Security Manager, on (T); +44 (0)1234 752905 or (E); g.dooley@cranfield.ac.uk

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