About this role
Hours of work: Full-time.
Tenure: The post is to cover a period of maternity leave that is available from 14 September 2026 and is expected to last up 12-months.
Hybrid: Minimum requirement of 40% on Campus, with 60% considered desirable where possible.
We are seeking a self-motivated and enthusiastic Information Security Analyst to join our Information Security team. Great opportunity to gain experience in HE environment and contribute to security compliance and supplier risk management processes. This is a key role supporting the University’s efforts to embed clear information ownership, accountability, and improved security across our systems, infrastructure, and processes. The role uses governance, risk and compliance skillsets rather than technical or cyber security skills.
Key Responsibilities
Engage with staff and students to assess needs, advise on information handling, and support best practices.
Contribute to the development and promotion of a consistent information security policy framework.
Collaborate with IT Services and wider University departments to ensure effective implementation of governance controls.
Support the administration and delivery of our information security awareness programme.
Provide practical advice on applying security and governance policies to new systems and projects.
Support administration of supplier security assessment process for Univeristy IT Suppliers
Assess risks and highlight areas for improvement using recognised frameworks and methodologies.
About You
Practical experience supporting users with information governance and handling processes and advice.
Strong understanding of information and cyber security principles (technical expertise is not essential or a required part of the role).
Knowledge of security frameworks and risk assessment methods.
Excellent communication, organisational, and time management skills.
What We Offer
Opportunity to contribute to organisation governance and compliance improvements.
Exposure to cutting-edge information security technologies and initiatives.
Attractive pension scheme.
30 days holiday, plus 6 university closure days and bank holidays.
Hybrid working model.
A collaborative, supportive working environment with professional development opportunities.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a critical area of the University. If you are ready to contribute to a more secure and informed organisational culture, we encourage you to apply
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to enhancing a workforce as diverse as our community and particularly encourage applicants who are of minoritised genders and ethnic backgrounds, living with a disability, and/or are members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
About cyber security & digital forensics roles for ex-police
Cyber security, digital forensics and incident-response roles. DMIs, cybercrime investigators and digital forensics officers bring evidential discipline and investigative judgement that DFIR and security teams struggle to hire.
See all cyber security & digital forensics jobs in Liverpool →Why this fits a police background — match score 69/100
- Risk & threat assessment
- Working to legislation & regulation
What cyber security & digital forensics roles pay ex-police
Advertised UK ranges, editorial estimates reviewed July 2026
| Digital forensics analyst | £32,000–£45,000 |
| DFIR consultant | £45,000–£65,000 |
| Senior forensics / IR specialist | £60,000–£80,000 |
| Threat-intelligence specialist | £55,000–£80,000 |