Information Security Analyst – Hybrid (Manchester)

About the role

We are seeking a hands‑on Information Security Analyst to join a collaborative security team in Manchester. The role will support the day‑to‑day delivery of security operations while helping to mature and scale the organisation’s security capabilities.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor, triage, investigate and coordinate responses to security alerts.
• Manage the vulnerability management lifecycle using Nessus, tracking remediation to closure.
• Work with external security monitoring providers to investigate and respond to events.
• Support incident response activities, ensuring timely resolution and coordination.
• Assist with customer security questionnaires, audit activities and broader security assurance initiatives.
• Maintain and improve security documentation, procedures and operational processes.
• Identify opportunities to automate repetitive tasks and improve operational efficiency.
• Contribute to the ongoing development and maturity of the Information Security function.

Required profile

• Proven hands‑on experience in Security Operations, Incident Response or Vulnerability Management.
• Ability to investigate security alerts, understand risk and see issues through to resolution.
• Organised, proactive and dependable with the capacity to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Strong communication skills, able to work with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Interest in automation and process improvement, focusing on reducing manual effort.

Required skills

• Nessus

What we offer

• Competitive salary up to £48,000 per annum.
• Hybrid working model – one day per week in the Manchester office.
• Opportunity to develop within a growing Information Security function.