Cyber Security Analyst

Nextech
Essex, United Kingdom
3 weeks ago
£40,000 – £60,000 pa

Salary

£40,000 – £60,000 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Work Location
Hybrid
Seniority
Mid
Education
Degree
Posted
8 May 2026 (3 weeks ago)

Benefits

Hybrid Working Career Progression

Security Compliance Officer
Location: Colchester - Essex - must be commutable
Sector: Software & IT Services

NO VISA SPONSORSHIP - MUST HAVE VALID RIGHT TO WORK

A leading software and IT services company is seeking a Security Compliance Officer with experience in Cyber Essentials and/or Cyber Essentials Plus to take ownership of security compliance and certification activities across both internal systems and client environments.

This is a key hire within a growing technical organisation where cybersecurity assurance, governance, and compliance are increasingly central to customer delivery and commercial growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus (CE+) assessments and certification activities
  • Maintain and improve compliance with key frameworks including ISO 27001, GDPR, and internal security policies
  • Conduct internal security audits, control reviews, and risk assessments
  • Support evidence collection and audit readiness across technical teams
  • Work closely with IT support, DevOps, and engineering teams to ensure security controls are implemented and maintained
  • Handle client-facing security questionnaires and compliance requirements
  • Assist in improving the organisation's overall security posture and governance framework

Required Experience

  • Experience working with Cyber Essentials and/or Cyber Essentials Plus frameworks and assessments
  • Strong understanding of Cyber Essentials / Cyber Essentials Plus requirements
  • Experience in information security, compliance, GRC, or IT security roles
  • Familiarity with ISO 27001 or similar security frameworks
  • Experience working with technical teams (MSP, software, or IT environments preferred)

Desirable

  • IASME Cyber Essentials Assessor/Auditor qualification
  • ISO 27001 Lead Auditor or Implementation experience
  • CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent certifications
  • Experience within MSP, SaaS, or software delivery environments
  • Exposure to client-facing compliance or consultancy work

What's on Offer

  • Hybrid working (Essex-based office with flexibility)
  • Opportunity to own and shape security compliance in a growing technical business
  • Exposure to both internal security operations and external client compliance requirements
  • Strong career progression into GRC, Security Manager, or Head of Compliance roles

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