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Security Compliance Analyst

South West Water
Full-time
On-site
Exeter, United Kingdom
At South West Water we believe that the strongest businesses are built on solid, stable foundations - with a vision and a culture that gives them the freedom to change, improve and innovate.
We’re proud to be responsible for providing reliable, efficient and high-quality drinking water and wastewater services for the beautiful South West area.
And we have huge ambitions.
Not only are we committed to reaching net-zero by 2030, but we’ve also partnered with Wildlife Trusts, National Parks and local partners to help ensure a better future for generations to come.
So, if you want to be part of a diverse team where opportunities flow and fresh ideas are welcomed, #JustAddWater.

Are you an experienced Analyst seeking a new opportunity within a trusted and forward-thinking company? Would you like to work within a collaborative team where your skills and experience can make a difference?

We currently have an opportunity for a Security Compliance Analyst to join our team based in Exeter. Joining us on a full-time permanent basis, you will receive a competitive salary of up to £36,000 per annum plus excellent benefits.
 
About the role
 
As our Security Compliance Analyst you will ensure that all group information assets are adequately protected and that information security risks are identified, mitigated and reported in line with regulatory requirements.
 
You will report to the Security Compliance Manager and focus on ensuring the organisation’s use of Corporate and Operational Technology information systems meet legislative and regulatory requirements and remain compliant with the Information Security Policy.

What you’ll be doing:

    • Assisting and conducting internal reviews, assessments, and audits on security controls and on information policies and procedures
    • Creating and promoting awareness and helping to maintain an effective mechanism that promotes awareness of and positive practices around the Information Security Policy and security ‘culture’
    • Assisting on the reporting of all findings as a result of security testing this may include, table top exercises, penetration tests and vulnerability scans
    • Working with procurement, vendor management and the legal department to ensure that third-party suppliers' contracts and operating-level agreements meet security requirements
    • Maintaining compliance with standards and legislation such as ISO 27001, NIS, PCI and GDPR
    • Maintaining software licensing compliance across the IT department
    • Supporting the development, documentation and maintenance of policies, procedures, and standards across the organisation

What we are looking for:

    • Full UK driving licence
    • 5 GCSEs or equivalent (including Maths and English, minimum Grade C)
    • Educated to degree level standard or able to demonstrate working to degree level
    • Extensive and broad-based IT and business experience, delivering diverse corporate and operational IT services in a medium/large organisation
    • Familiarity of ITIL and PRINCE2 project governance or equivalent
    • Demonstrable experience building relationships with and influencing senior leaders and stakeholders
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to influence change without direct authority through collaboration, diplomacy and persuasiveness
    • Ability to build strong and effective coalitions across departments, project management teams, IT, Group Audit and Group Legal

What's in it for you:


      • We know that the support and commitment of our staff is key to our success so you will receive the opportunity for ongoing development and training for a long-term career with us. We’re one of the largest companies in the South West and are proud to have been awarded Investors in People recognition. In return, we offer an excellent range of benefits including:
    • 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
    • Financial support services
    • And plenty more!
Closing Date: 29th August 2025

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

Be yourself, we like it that way. Together, we will build a culture of belonging, where inclusion is instinctive. Diversity is our strength and a reflection of our communities. We care, we value everyone, we celebrate uniqueness.
 
Our core values which are essential to our success are:
 
Be Rock Solid - Build trust and be trusted. Be the one we all look to and can depend on.
Be You - We want you to bring your best everyday. Be yourself and make your mark in your individual way.
Be the Future - Embrace change. Drive Progress. Own the challenge.
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