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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Information Security Officer - **Company:** NSG Environmental - **Location:** Buckshaw Village, UK - **Salary:** £30,000.0 - £35,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Cyber Security, Databases, Data Sharing, Disaster Recovery, Microsoft Office, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** September 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=07d5911778d8ec16 ## About the Role * Degree desirable, A Level qualifications or equivalent in an IT related subject - Essential * IOSH Managing Safely or Level 2 Health & Safety in the Workplace or equivalent - Relevant training will be provided if required, * Well organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks, work to deadlines and demonstrate a high level of attention to detail - Essential * Experience of maintaining accurate records, registers and documentation within a controlled environment - Essential * Experience handling confidential and sensitive information with discretion and integrity - Essential * Experience of routine recording, reporting and analysis of information, including both written, verbal and numerical data - Essential * Knowledge of UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, Information Security principles or related compliance frameworks - Essential * Familiar with integrated management system operating procedures and requirements etc. - Desirable * Understanding of government security classifications and the handling of classified information - Desirable, * Competent user of MS Office - Essential * Able to organise and prioritise own work - Essential * Maintenance of database and physical records and files - Desirable * Ability to communicate with a wide range of colleagues at all levels and with external stakeholders and contractors - Desirable, * Do you have a Degree, A Level qualifications or equivalent in an IT related subject? ## Description The Information Security Officer supports the Information Security Manager in implementing, operating, maintaining and continually improving the company's information security, cyber security, data protection and protective security arrangements., * Support the Information Security Manager in creating, reviewing, implementing and maintaining information security policies, standards, procedures and guidance. * Maintain controlled security records, registers, evidence and action logs, ensuring information is accurate, current and appropriately protected. * Support the maintenance of information risk registers by recording risks, controls, owners, actions, review dates and status updates. * Assist with information asset identification, classification, ownership and handling requirements, working with Information Asset Owners where required. * Monitor assigned actions arising from audits, assessments, incidents and management reviews, and escalate overdue or unresolved matters. Security Assurance and Compliance * Coordinate and support internal security assurance activities, audits, control checks, vulnerability assessments and supplier or client information requests. * Collect, organise and retain objective evidence demonstrating compliance with company policies and applicable legal, regulatory and contractual requirements. * Support tender, pre-qualification and supplier-assurance submissions relating to information security, cyber security and data protection. * Identify potential non-conformities, control weaknesses and emerging risks, and report them promptly to the Information Security Manager. * Support business continuity, disaster recovery and security exercise planning, testing, record keeping and follow-up actions. Incident Management * Receive, record, triage and promptly escalate suspected or actual information security, cyber security and data protection incidents in accordance with company procedures. * Assist investigations by preserving records and evidence, documenting timelines, coordinating actions and maintaining incident logs. * Support root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions, lessons learned and verification that agreed remediation has been completed. * Maintain confidentiality and evidence integrity throughout incident handling. Security Awareness and Support * Coordinate security and privacy awareness activities, induction content, refresher training, communications and completion records. * Provide first-line guidance to colleagues on approved security procedures and refer complex, high-risk or exceptional matters to the Information Security Manager. * Promote secure working practices and a positive security culture across the company. * Liaise professionally with internal teams, clients, suppliers and other stakeholders within the authority delegated to the role. Data Protection Support * Support the Data Protection Lead and Information Security Manager with the company's data protection framework and associated records. * Maintain the Record of Processing Activities, data protection action logs, privacy documentation and retention records as directed. * Coordinate administrative and evidence-gathering activities for Data Protection Impact Assessments, data subject rights requests, personal data breaches, data-sharing arrangements and international transfer assessments. * Escalate data protection queries, potential breaches and matters requiring legal, regulatory or risk acceptance decisions to the Data Protection Lead and Information Security Manager. * Support privacy awareness and training activities. General * Comply with NSG company procedures and policies and maintain the confidentiality, integrity and availability of information handled in the role. * Prepare accurate reports, metrics and briefing material for review by the Information Security Manager. * Maintain professional competence through relevant learning and continuing professional development. * Display a professional attitude and image in all work undertaken on behalf of NSG Environmental Ltd. ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Smart City, Smart Mobility](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/954-smart-city-smart-mobility) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [One Pipeline, Three Regulator - SBOM Compliance for the Developer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100169-one-pipeline-three-regulator-sbom-compliance-for-the-developer) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) ## Related Articles - [IT Salaries in UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/288-it-salaries-in-uk) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [UK Business Culture and Etiquette](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/326-uk-business-culture-and-etiquette) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)