Information Security Analyst - Law Firm

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Introduction
CV Screen is recruiting an Information Security Analyst for a well-established, full-service law firm with a strong national presence and over 150 years of heritage. Based in Birmingham, this hybrid role offers a fantastic opportunity to play a key part in protecting sensitive legal and client data within a professional services environment. The firm employs several hundred staff across multiple UK offices and continues to grow steadily. The position is offered on an 18-month fixed-term basis and comes with a salary of £55,000 plus an excellent benefits package.

Duties & Responsibilities

Monitor systems and networks to identify, analyse and escalate security incidents

Support incident investigations, documenting outcomes and remediation actions

Coordinate vulnerability assessments, penetration testing and remediation activity

Maintain security policies, controls and accreditations including ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials

Promote security awareness across the business through guidance and training initiatives

What Experience is Required

Proven experience in an information or data security role, ideally within the legal sector

Strong working knowledge of ISO 27001, UK GDPR and recognised security frameworks

Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CISM or CompTIA Security+

Salary & Benefits

Salary: £55,000

Excellent benefits package including pension, holiday allowance and flexible working

Hybrid working model supporting work–life balance

Location
This role is based in Birmingham and is easily commutable from Solihull, Wolverhampton, Dudley, West Bromwich, Walsall and Coventry.

How to Apply
To apply, please send your CV to Kate Morgan at CV Screen in strict confidence.

Alternate Job Titles

Data Protection & Information Security Analyst

Information Security & Risk Analyst

Cyber Risk Analyst

Information Assurance Analyst

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