IT Security Analyst

IT Security Analyst Maidstone, Kent – Hybrid £45,000 per annum Full Time, Permanent Background It's a great time to join Golding as we're an efficient, local, visible and listening organisation, providing sustainable homes and communities. We've established a strong track record for building quality homes and investing in our local communities. We’re excited to recruit for this newly created role of IT Security Analyst at Golding where you will be instrumental in protecting Golding Homes’ information systems and data. What you'll be doing Playing a key role in the Service and Infrastructure team, you will be responsible for implementing and maintaining security measures, monitoring for security breaches, and responding to incidents. The IT Security Analyst will ensure compliance with security policies and regulations, working closely with the Service and Infrastructure Manager, Infrastructure Analysts, and IT Service Delivery Analysts to create a secure IT environment that supports our operational needs. More about you. What can you bring? We are looking for a Security Analyst with:

• A bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Professional certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CISM, or similar.
• Experience with security compliance frameworks such as GDPR, ISO 27001, or NIST
• Proven experience in IT security analysis
• Experience with security tools such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, antivirus software, and encryption
• Experience with SOC implementation and management An excellent problem solver, you will have strong knowledge of security principles, practices, and technologies and have the ability to respond effectively to security incidents. Effective communication and interpersonal skills are also essential. Additional information Attendance at our office in Maidstone is required along with flexibility to work outside normal office hours in response to critical incidents or planned maintenance activities. When and where you'll be doing it You will enjoy a 37-hour working week and earn an annual salary of circa £45,000. Our Hub, Home, Roam approach allows you to work from wherever suits you best whilst also having a central workspace to collaborate and come together. Our head office is in central Maidstone and is a new, modern and bright space which inspires creativity and innovation. What will you get in return? Creating an environment which enables our people to thrive is crucial for us and our Total Reward package goes beyond your salary, designed to support you throughout your working life here. You’ll get:
• 28 days annual leave per year (plus bank holidays)
• Company pension contribution and life assurance
• Flexible benefits including health cash plan, additional holiday purchase, cycle to work scheme, onsite gym, retail discounts and more.
• An annual Wellbeing Fund
• Hybrid Working We appreciate that people process information in different ways. Please get in touch if you would like some support with your application. Please note we reserve the right to close the advert earlier if we receive a high number of applications so, please apply early to avoid disappointment