IT Compliance Analyst

IT Compliance Analyst
Salary: £35,000 to £40,000
Location: Birmingham

Keywords: Information Security, Audit, Compliance, Risk Assessment, Governance Frameworks, Stakeholder Collaboration, Third-Party Risk Management, Operational Efficiency, Documentation, Industry Standards

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an IT Compliance Analyst to join a forward-thinking organisation in Birmingham, where your expertise will play a pivotal role in shaping and safeguarding the company's information security landscape.

• Be part of a newly established function dedicated to enhancing information security measures and evidencing compliance for both the business and its customers, offering you the chance to shape processes from the ground up.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams including procurement, business units, and third-party vendors to identify, assess, and manage risks while supporting customer audits and responding to complex queries.
• Enjoy a consultative and inclusive workplace culture that encourages open communication, stakeholder engagement, and ongoing professional development within the field of information security.

What you'll do:
As an IT Compliance Analyst based in Birmingham, you will immerse yourself in a variety of engaging activities designed to strengthen the organisation's information security posture. Your day-to-day responsibilities will see you reviewing critical documentation related to IT controls while evaluating their effectiveness through rigorous testing.

• Review existing documentation of IT controls, business processes, policies, procedures, and management reports to ensure their effectiveness and sustainability across the organisation.
• Evaluate, document, and test both manual and automated controls throughout the IT environment to maintain high standards of operational efficiency.
• Assess suppliers' capabilities against applicable requirements by conducting thorough evaluations aligned with organisational policies, standards, and procedures.
• Conduct Information Security risk assessments for suppliers and vendors to ensure all third-party risks are identified, assessed, and managed effectively.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure that all controls adhere strictly to defined policies, processes, and procedures.

What you bring:
To excel as an IT Compliance Analyst in this setting, your background should reflect hands-on experience within audit functions where information security was paramount. Your familiarity with leading governance frameworks like NIST or ISO27001 will enable you to navigate complex regulatory landscapes confidently.

• Proven experience working within IT compliance.
• Comprehensive knowledge of major Information Security frameworks such as NIST, CIS, SOX, Cyber Essentials, ISO27001, PCI-DSS or SOC is required.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute positively towards fostering an effective Information Security culture that supports audit objectives across diverse teams.
• Strong relationship-building skills enabling you to establish productive connections with stakeholders from functional teams as well as external auditors on relevant standards.
• A solid understanding of Information Security controls coupled with practical experience applying them within complex environments is highly desirable.
• Ability to accurately identify Information Security risks during audits while managing findings in accordance with organisational risk appetite guidelines.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills allowing you to produce clear audit documentation and present findings confidently at all levels.
• Commitment to excellence reflected through high organisational skills; adept at managing time efficiently while balancing priorities under pressure.
• Capacity for autonomous work combined with a proactive approach towards driving improvements in processes or control environments.

What's next:
If you are ready to take on a rewarding challenge where your skills can truly make an impact within information security compliance-this is your moment!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided-your next career step awaits!

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