> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1286594-security-risk-analyst](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1286594-security-risk-analyst). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Security Risk Analyst - **Company:** ROYAL BOROUGH OF KENSINGTON AND CHELSEA - **Location:** London, UK - **Salary:** £53,076.0 - £60,003.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Cyber Security, Digital Technology, Information Technology, Cybercrime, PSN, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** July 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5802048610 ## About the Role You'll bring a degree in ICT, Computer Science or comparable experience within digital, data and technology, alongside a continuous commitment to professional development. Experience in cyber security, information risk management or information governance within a complex organisation is essential. You'll need a strong understanding of cyber threats, attack vectors and risk assessment frameworks such as the NCSC Cyber Assessment Framework, ISO 27001 or NIST. Your ability to translate technical risks into clear, business-focused language is crucial, as are your excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. You must be proactive, with the analytical depth to manage competing priorities and drive follow-through on risk actions. A firm understanding of modern technology environments, zero-trust delivery, incident response and UK public sector regulatory requirements like PSN CoCo and UK GDPR is required, combined with a clear commitment to fairness, integrity and equal opportunities. ## Description As a Security Risk Analyst, you'll provide proactive cyber risk analysis to safeguard our digital systems and protect resident data. We're all in to strengthen our security posture and deliver resilient services for everyone. Working Style: You'll be based in the Borough for three days a week, playing a key role in serving the local community. Whether you're working on-site or collaboratively across teams, you'll be part of a dedicated team helping to keep our organisation secure. What you'll be doing Your days will be varied, focusing on providing clear, proactive and evidence-based cyber risk analysis to help us understand, prioritise and manage threats. You'll review updates to the cyber risk register, track agreed actions, identify vulnerabilities and escalate concerns when progress slows. Collaboration is vital, and you'll work closely with ICT, Information Governance, service areas and suppliers to assess risks linked to new systems, contracts, incidents or audits. Vetting suppliers who handle Council information will be a key responsibility. You'll ensure security questionnaires are completed, evaluate threats and likelihoods and agree practical mitigations while managing the supplier risk system. 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