IT Security Audit and Governance Officer

Bristow Holland; Felixstowe; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job description

IT Security Audit and Governance Officer

Bristow Holland is excited to offer an excellent opportunity for an IT Security Audit and Governance Officer to join a dynamic business based in Felixstowe.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Conduct IT security audits and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
2. Recommend improvements for security controls and follow up on audit recommendations.
3. Develop and implement IT governance frameworks, policies, and procedures.
4. Lead incident response activities and report security incidents.
5. Identify and mitigate IT security risks; maintain a risk register.
6. Create and enforce IT security policies; conduct regular compliance reviews.
7. Develop and deliver IT security training and awareness programs.
8. Ensure compliance with relevant laws and standards (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001).

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Cyber-Security, IT, Computer Science, or related field.
2. Professional certifications such as CISA, CISM, CISSP, or equivalent.
3. 3-5 years of experience in IT security audit or governance.
4. Strong knowledge of IT security principles and technologies.
5. Experience with IT governance frameworks and Azure Cloud Security.
6. Familiarity with regulatory requirements and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR).

Preferred Skills:

1. Experience with risk management tools and methodologies.
2. Knowledge of cloud security and governance (e.g., AWS, Azure).
3. Understanding of data privacy laws and practices.

The salary for this position is up to £65,000 per annum, depending on experience, with an additional bonus of up to 15%. The role also includes an excellent benefits package and offers 50% remote working.