Information Security Analyst

We are seeking an experienced and a highly motivated Information Security Analyst to join our Information Security Team in this time of exciting growth. This role offers the chance to work in a growing collaborative team as well as a chance for excellent progression and exciting opportunities to develop both GRC and technical security skills within a supportive environment.

Job Title: Information Security Analyst (12 Month FTC)

Location: Liverpool City Centre, Hybrid working available

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week

Salary: up to £50,000 depending on experience

• Work with all parties across the business to identify and assess risk and ensure mitigations are tracked to completion.
• Support the development and maintenance of information security policies, standards and procedures in line with regulatory frameworks and industry standards.
• Support third party risk management processes.
• Work with Security Operations and IT teams to provide oversight of vulnerability assessments and remediation activities.
• Conduct security architecture reviews for new systems and services.
• Evaluate technical security controls and recommending improvements.
• Support the implementation of security tools and technologies.
• Provide oversight of the security incident management process.
• Provide security metrics for interested parties at all levels.
• Support the security awareness programme to promote a culture of security within all levels of the Group.
• Provide support for internal and external security audits.

• Minimum 3 years' experience in information security roles.
• Experience with risk assessment methodologies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Knowledge of information security frameworks such as ISO 27001 or NIST.
• Understanding of security technologies and controls
• Knowledge of vulnerability management processes.

• Competitive
  
  Salary & Benefits:
  
  We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to ensure you feel valued and supported.
• Professional Growth:
  We are committed to your professional development and offer opportunities for career advancement and continuous learning. We have a number of great case studied from around the business which is showcased on our Linkedin & Acorn webpages.
• Collaborative Environment:
  Work in a supportive and inclusive environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.
• Exciting Projects:
  Be part of innovative and impactful projects that make a difference in our industry and community.

At Acorn Insurance , we’re proud of our Liverpool roots — and even prouder of how far we’ve come. As part of the Acorn Group , we bring over 40 years of specialist insurance expertise to the table. From humble beginnings, we’ve grown into a national leader, now employing 1,700+ people across the UK and reached a milestone £750 million in total value of insurance policies written in 2024.

We’re growing fast, with new opportunities emerging every week. That growth is largely due to the values we share :

🦏 W e run through walls for our customers and each other

🐐 W e challenge the status quo

🐧 W e succeed when we help those around us succeed

🐆 We decide quickly when the smart thing to do is use our judgement

🌴 A maximum of 35 days’ holiday ( depending on role and tenure) including bank holidays, with addit ional buy/sell options

🧠 24/7 mental health support & free counselling available

☝ Grow with us :
Through career fairs, leadership programs, and learning on the go!

💸 Flexible benefits , including early access to salary via our internal platform

🏡 H ybrid working options to support work-life balance and individual needs

Our Commitment to our colleague ’ s :

T h ese aren’t just words — they’re the principles we live by. And we’re proud to back them up with real action, earning recognition and accreditation from leading organisations that share our commitment to people and growth:

🧠 Mindful Employer – championing mental health and wellbeing

♿ Disability Confident Level 1 & 2 – creating…