Cyber Security Assurance Analyst – Hybrid (Ashford, Kent) - 6 month FTC An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Cyber Security Assurance Analyst to join a well-established organisation on a 6-month fixed-term contract. The role is paying up to £48,000 per annum pro rata, depending on experience, and offers a hybrid working arrangement, with occasional office visits required to Ashford, Kent. This role is predominantly focused on governance, risk, and compliance (GRC), as well as policy, governance controls, and ensuring adherence to cyber security frameworks and regulations. Key Responsibilities Support the delivery of the Cyber Security Strategic Plan, with a focus on enhancing governance and reducing cyber risk across the organisation. Manage cyber security governance controls in line with the organisation's Cyber Assurance Framework, including tracking performance through KPIs and SLAs. Assist with compliance-related activities such as policy assessments, ISO27001 and PCI-DSS certifications, and regulatory audits. Oversee internal and third-party cyber risk mitigation controls to ensure compliance with risk appetites and organisational standards. Conduct and manage technology access reviews, ensuring compliance and appropriate system access levels across the business. Contribute to incident management processes, including root cause analysis and continuous improvement of incident response playbooks. Provide governance oversight and consultancy to ensure business initiatives meet compliance and cyber risk requirements. Stay up-to-date on cyber threats, regulations, and best practices to continuously improve cyber governance processes. About You To excel in this role, you should have a strong background in governance, risk, and compliance, particularly in regulated industries such as insurance or financial services. Key skills and experience include: A solid understanding of risk management and the application of cyber risk controls. Experience in auditing, monitoring, and managing compliance frameworks such as ISO27001, PCI-DSS, FCA, GDPR, and IMO. Strong knowledge of cyber-attack techniques, vulnerability testing, and incident response. A track record of conducting risk assessments, control testing, and reporting in a regulated environment. Proven stakeholder management experience within a large and complex organisation. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate governance and compliance needs effectively. Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your expertise in GRC and cyber governance to a forward-thinking organisation. You will be joining a team that is committed to maintaining robust cyber security standards while offering you the opportunity to grow your skills in a challenging and rewarding environment. Apply now to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful impact in cyber governance and compliance. Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website / ADZN1_UKTJ