Security Analyst

Howdens is expanding our team and looking for a skilled Information Security Analyst to help drive and maintain the security of our systems and data.

In this role, you'll be the voice of Information Security—interpreting technical designs and ensuring best practices are embedded across our operations. You’ll play a key role in supporting the development, implementation, and monitoring of our corporate information security policies, standards, procedures, and guidelines.

At Howdens, we value innovation, integrity, and collaboration. If you’re passionate about protecting information and driving best practices in a dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you.

What will I be doing as Information Security Analyst?

• Provide project support representing information security
  
• Play an active role in incident management activities.
  
• Support the PMO (Project Management Office) to ensure appropriate security is assessed within projects alongside overseeing supplier compliance to Howdens needs for Cyber Security
  
• Lead with incident management investigations and conduct risk and vulnerability assessments where appropriate.
  
• Conduct risk and vulnerability assessments to identify and mitigate security risks
  
• Engage with IT projects to perform Security Reviews and ensure findings are appropriately communicated and added to the appropriate logs to be managed
  
• Engage with external organisations working with Howdens to ensure the Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability of Howdens information is maintained
  
  What we need from you
  
  
• Security Governance experience
  
• Ability to assess system controls based on a documented standard
  
• Will be able to demonstrate ability in problem analysis and resolution
  
• Strong communication skills to be able to influence best practice at all levels of the organisation, with the ability to explain technical problems to non-technical business stakeholders at all levels
  
• Ability to build effective relationships to influence and negotiate business outcomes
  
• Experience of working with and presenting findings to Senior Stakeholders
  
• Hold recognised Cyber Security qualification (CISA, CISSP, CISM or equivalent).
  
• Knowledge of industry related frameworks such as ISO27001, PCI DSS
  
• Candidates with experience in presentation and training techniques in matters of IT security is advantageous as is anyone with familiarity in business continuity and crisis management activities
  
  What we can offer you:
  
  
• Competitive salary and annual company bonus
  
• Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%)
  
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to buy additional days
  
• Staff Discount
  
• Employee Assistance Programme
  
• Exceptional Reward and Recognition events
  
  About Howdens:
  
  Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware.  We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe – making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals.  Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we have an ambitious growth agenda. 
  
  As well as the opportunity to develop within a fast paced and commercial environment, you will be part of a rewarding organisation recognised for excellence in the workplace in the Best Big Companies to Work For.
  
  How to apply
  
  We’re building a future where world-class service, innovation, and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career, then we’re keen to hear from you. 
  
  Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email (url removed) with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you
  
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