Junior Information Security Analyst

Vacancy - Junior Information Security Analyst

Are you excited by the opportunity to help manage IT risk and security across a number of locations? Do you want to work in a role offering variety, where no two days are the same?  We are seeking a Junior Information Security Analyst to join the team at the Port of Liverpool and help us keep the world moving!

Your Role

You will help preserve the confidentiality, integrity and availability of Peel Ports Group information systems and data.  This includes monitoring of compliance with Group IT security policies within the organisation, assisting with information security risk assessments and audits, and development of a Cyber Awareness programme.  You will conduct IT risk assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities and help to develop and implement risk mitigation measures. 

Monitoring Group IT security controls, you will ensure that Peel Ports Groups data is protected and compliant with company policies and regulations (e.g. the NIS Directive).  You will contribute towards the Group IT auditing function to maintain high standards of IT governance within the Group IT department, whilst also carrying our monthly reporting to Group IT standards, including KPIs for presentation to the Information Security Steering Group

You will assist with the design, development, distribution and tracking of cyber awareness training content, phishing tests and cyber tabletop exercises across the Group.

What you'll bring

You will have excellent communication skills, with a professional and customer focussed attitude and ability to convey technical information as appropriate.  You will have strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks at any one time and ensure all relevant deadlines are met.

You will be resourceful with the ability to take the initiative, a strong interest in IT/Cyber Security is key for this role.  Knowledge of recognised information security standards such as ISO27001 and NIST is beneficial.

Who are we?

Already one of the UK’s leading port and logistics companies, we are planning substantial capital investment over the next 5 years to achieve our vision of becoming the UK’s leading port operator.  We have ambitious plans to grow and transform the supply chain to benefit our customers.  Our investments are decarbonizing our operations, which in turn is helping us work towards our goal of having Net Zero Port Operations by 2040.  Much of our success depends on our unrivalled facilities and technology. But in our sector, it comes down to having the right talent to enable our organisation to grow.

What we can offer you

In addition to a competitive salary, we have a strong track record of developing our people to expand their skills and experience and develop their careers.  Valuing and rewarding our workforce is important to us which is why we offer a fantastic range of flexible benefits to choose from, such as:

• 27 Days Annual Leave (plus bank holidays)
• Up to 10% Matched Contribution Pension
• Peel Ports Flexible Benefits including salary sacrifice car scheme, healthcare cash plans, Cycle2Work Scheme, Critical Illness insurance, Gym Membership Scheme, Retail Vouchers, plus more!
• Commitment to learning and personal development – Last year we supported over 50,000 hours of training and personal development!
• We promote good physical and mental health and can provide additional support to colleagues via our Employee Assistance Programme when required

If you believe you have the skills and experience we are seeking and you want to join a thriving and ambitious place to work, we’d really like to hear from you! Closing date for receipt of completed applications is 9th April 2024.