Job Description:

Our client is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Security and Business Continuity Analyst to join their team in Reading.

The Role

Reporting to the Senior Quality Systems & Compliance Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining, analysing, and improving the organisation’s security, audit, and business continuity processes.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong organisational skills, a keen eye for detail, and an interest in security, risk, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Support physical and cyber security requirements in line with company policies
• Assist with audit preparation and compliance activities
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of the Business Continuity Plan (BCP)
• Conduct risk assessments and Business Impact Analyses (BIA)
• Support incident response, disaster recovery, and data breach protocols
• Maintain GDPR compliance and data protection processes
• Promote awareness of security and continuity procedures across the business
• Assist in testing and improving continuity plans through exercises and simulations
• Maintain documentation, registers, and reporting systems
• Support quality management activities and presentations

What We’re Looking For

• A-levels (or equivalent)
• Background in Defence, ICT, or Business Studies (preferred but not essential)
• Strong administrative and organisational skills
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
• A proactive, “can-do” attitude and team-oriented mindset
• Willingness to learn and improve systems and processes

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting risk and resilience programmes
• Assisting with compliance and audit activities
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams
• Delivering training and awareness sessions
• Supporting ongoing improvements in security and continuity processes

Benefits of working for our client:

• Hybrid working model
• Opportunity to develop in security, compliance, and business continuity
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion