Information Technology Security Analyst
4 days ago
Middlesbrough
IT Security Analyst Location: Hybrid – Middlesbrough Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 + Benefits 83zero are partnered with a market-leading software company who are on a mission to transform the construction and related industries through their end-to-end digital solutions. With teams across the UK, Europe, USA and India, they are delivering large-scale transformation projects on a global scale and are continuing to expand. We are now looking for a highly organised and detail-driven IT Security Analyst to join their growing security function. This role plays a key part in securing customer trust and supplier integrity, ensuring compliance with recognised frameworks, and supporting wider security initiatives. The Role • Own and manage responses to customer security questionnaires (SIG, CAIQ, bespoke)., • Work cross-functionally with Legal, Compliance, Procurement, Product and Security teams., • Maintain the security assurance matrix in line with ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials, and SOC 2., • Act as the key point of contact for security assurance queries., • Conduct vendor risk assessments against ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS Controls., • Manage the third-party due diligence programme, including onboarding and periodic reviews., • Track and publish key security metrics such as risk severity, SLA adherence, and turnaround times., • Provide audit artefacts and support internal/external audits., • Contribute to broader security initiatives and continuous improvement within the organisation. About You • 3+ years’ experience in Information Security, GRC, or Vendor Risk Management., • Strong experience issuing or responding to security questionnaires., • Knowledge of ISO 27001 Annex A, SOC 2, and GDPR/CCPA., • Excellent communication skills, able to translate technical risk to non-technical stakeholders., • Eligible to work in the UK and able to pass background checks. Desirable: • Certifications such as CRISC, CISSP, CISA, or ISO 27001 Lead Auditor., • Familiarity with SaaS/cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)., • Understanding of secure software supply chains (SBOM, SLSA). What’s on Offer • £50,000 – £55,000 base salary, • 25 days annual leave + public holidays (increasing with service), • Matched pension scheme, • Private medical insurance & life assurance, • Fitness allowance, • Paid study leave & volunteering days, • Flexible hybrid working, • Excellent career development and training opportunities