Cyber Security GRC Analyst in Exeter

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Help protect critical services through effective cyber security governance. Are you passionate about cyber security, data governance and compliance? Do you enjoy translating complex security requirements into practical controls that make a real difference? We're looking for a Cyber Security GRC Analyst to join our growing Cyber Security team. In this role, you'll play a key part in strengthening our cyber security posture through governance, risk management and compliance activities, while helping to ensure our information assets remain protected.

A significant focus of the role will be the administration and continual improvement of Microsoft Purview, ensuring effective data protection, information governance, data classification and compliance capabilities are embedded across the organisation. Working closely with stakeholders across IT, Legal, Audit, Procurement and the wider business, you'll help shape security practices, drive compliance initiatives and support a positive security culture.

What you'll be doing:

• Administer, maintain and continuously improve Microsoft Purview capabilities, including:
• Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
• Information Protection
• Data Lifecycle Management
• Insider Risk Management
• Communication Compliance
• eDiscovery
• Compliance Manager
• Support the implementation and adoption of data classification and sensitivity labelling.
• Monitor security and compliance alerts, investigate findings and coordinate remediation activities.
• Develop and maintain security policies, controls and standards.
• Produce management reporting, dashboards and compliance metrics.
• Plan, conduct and document internal ISO 27001 audits.
• Support third-party risk management and supplier security assurance activities.
• Help maintain compliance with frameworks and regulations such as ISO 27001, NIS Regulations and Cyber Essentials.
• Support information security awareness initiatives and promote a strong security culture.
• Assist in security incident investigations and remediation activities.
• Work with business stakeholders to improve information governance practices and data ownership accountability.

What we're looking for:

• Experience administering or supporting Microsoft Purview and Microsoft 365 security and compliance solutions.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Purview capabilities, including DLP, Information Protection, Sensitivity Labels, Insider Risk Management, eDiscovery and Compliance Manager.
• Experience supporting data governance, information protection and compliance activities within a Microsoft 365 environment.
• An understanding of cyber security risk management, governance and control frameworks.
• Knowledge of information security standards such as ISO 27001, NIS Regulations and Cyber Essentials.
• Experience producing reports, managing stakeholders and supporting audit activities.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and build relationships across diverse teams.

Essential:

• 5 GCSEs (or equivalent), including Maths and English.
• Educated to degree level or able to demonstrate equivalent professional experience.

Desirable:

• Hands-on experience of Microsoft Purview administration and optimisation.
• Experience within information security, governance, risk or compliance functions.
• Knowledge of recognised security frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST or Cyber Essentials.
• Ability to successfully obtain UK Government Security Clearance (SC).

Why join us?

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your cyber security governance and compliance career within a supportive environment. You'll gain exposure to enterprise-scale Microsoft security technologies, contribute to critical compliance programmes and play a meaningful role in protecting services, systems and data that matter.

Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays, a discretionary Bonus, Competitive Contributory Pension, Share-save Scheme, Various health benefits, Wellbeing support programmes, A range of Group Discounts, Cycle to Work Scheme.

Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process.

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