Information Security Analyst

SNG (Sovereign Network Group) is one of the largest housing associations in England. We provide over 85,000 homes and invest in communities across the South, West and East of England, including London, as well as building thousands of new affordable homes every year.

We're looking for an Information Security Analyst on a Fixed Term basis until July 2027 to help strengthen our data security posture and support key governance initiatives across the organisation. Based from our Basingstoke office, you'll work hybrid 2 days per week in the office.

About the Role

As an Information Security Analyst, you'll play a central role in improving how SNG manages and protects its information. You'll support our Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) activities, analyse ROT (Redundant, Obsolete, Trivial) data, and help drive remediation across the business.

You'll also design and maintain Data Loss Prevention (DLP) rules, support data classification and retention policies, and contribute to the ongoing development of our information security governance framework.

This role sits within the Information Security team and reports to the Information Security Governance Lead.

What You'll Do

• Manage DSPM activities to identify and address data security risks across structured and unstructured data.
• Analyse ROT data and coordinate remediation actions with business teams.
• Design, implement, and maintain DLP rules to prevent unauthorised data sharing and leakage.
• Support the rollout of data classification and retention policies.
• Assist in reviewing and updating Information Security governance policies and standards.
• Prepare evidence for internal audits and external assessments, tracking remediation progress.
• Identify governance-related risks and escalate findings with recommendations.
• Produce reports and dashboards on DSPM findings, DLP effectiveness, and remediation progress.
• Work collaboratively with business units to ensure compliance with governance and security standards.

What You'll Bring

Essential

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret large datasets and identify patterns.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate findings clearly to non-technical stakeholders.

Desirable

• Experience with DSPM tools or data security posture management.
• Knowledge of creating and managing DLP rules.
• Understanding of ROT analysis and data lifecycle management.

Why Join Us?

At SNG, you'll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values fairness, inclusion, and supporting the wellbeing and development of our people.

Great benefits including:

• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days)

• Option to buy or sell holiday as part of our flexible benefits package

• 3 extra paid Wellbeing days and 2 paid volunteering days

• Generous matched pension scheme up to 12% and Life cover at 4x salary

• Enhanced maternity/adoption pay

• Enhanced paternity pay - 6 weeks full pay (after 26 weeks' service)

• Options for private medical insurance, dental insurance and critical illness cover

• Wellbeing discounts, including Gym Memberships and access to a 24/7 virtual GP service

If this sounds like the opportunity you're looking for, we'd love to hear from you.