Information Security Analyst

Job title: Information Security Analyst (GRC)

Location: UK or Ireland - with flexible working arrangements

Package: Annual Company Bonus, Company Pension Plan, Healthcare Allowance, Life Assurance.

About iNIZIO

At Inizio, we're a global team driven by a shared purpose: to reimagine health. Formed in 2022 through the coming together of Ashfield and Huntsworth, we unite decades of experience with cutting-edge capabilities to deliver impactful solutions across the commercialization journey - from discovery to post-launch. Our global network of over 10,000 experts operates across 50 countries, supporting clients with strategic insight, medical excellence, creative engagement, and real-world delivery. We work with the world's leading health and life sciences businesses to solve complex challenges and drive meaningful outcomes for our clients and patients.

What sets Inizio apart is our people - and we believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive. Here, you're encouraged to reimagine your possibilities: to grow, to be curious and to make real change happen. It's a place where your individuality is valued, your development is supported, and your ambition is celebrated. If you're ready to push boundaries and accelerate your career, Inizio is the best place to be.

About the role

We are looking for a Security Analyst with expertise in data governance and data security to help safeguard our information assets across cloud and on-premise environments. You'll support the implementation and ongoing enhancement of policies, controls, and monitoring frameworks that ensure compliance with internal standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.

Here's what you'll be doing:

Data Security Operations

• Monitor and analyze data access logs for anomalies and unauthorised activities.
• Implement and conduct regular data classification and access reviews across our teams.
• Implement and enforce data loss prevention (DLP) and encryption controls.
• Coordinate vulnerability assessments and remediation related to sensitive data.

Governance & Compliance

• Support the development and enforcement of data governance frameworks, including policies, standards, and classification schemes.
• Ensure alignment with GDPR, HIPAA, CCPA, and other relevant data protection regulations.
• Collaborate with legal, compliance, and data owners to assess data handling risks.
• Participate in audits and assist with responses to regulatory inquiries and findings.
• Help complete third-party risk reviews and audits.
• Provide input to risk assessments and risk registers.
• Track and remediate risks related to data storage, sharing, and processing.
• Maintain up-to-date records of data flows, repositories, and critical data assets.

Security Tools, Monitoring, Reporting

• Experience with cloud security and GRC tools. Configure alerts and automate controls to detect data security violations.
• Create risk-based reporting and dashboards.
• Partner with the Security Operations Centre (SOC) to respond to incidents involving sensitive data.

About you:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in an information security or data governance role within a global business.
• Working knowledge of data protection regulations and frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27K, GDPR).
• Familiarity with data governance tools and DLP platforms.
• Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CIPP/E, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and securing SaaS environments.

Our Pledge

At Inizio, we value inclusivity, recognize the power of diversity and inspire the next generation of change-makers. We are an equal opportunities employer. We believe in creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity, equity and inclusion. We aim to recruit from a diverse slate of candidates and foster an environment that provides the right conditions for long-term success. We welcome all applications regardless of race, color, religion or belief, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, marital status, military veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation and physical or mental disability.

Inizio may use AI technologies to support certain aspects of our recruitment process, but all hiring decisions at Inizio are made by our human recruiting team. We are committed to fair, inclusive, and human-led hiring practices.

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Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay Our company is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role, but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others.

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