Security GRC & AI Analyst

PoloWorks are currently recruiting this role on behalf of our parent company Marco Group. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a Security GRC & AI Analyst to play a key role in strengthening our information security framework whilst supporting the safe and responsible adoption of AI technologies across the Group. This is a fantastic opportunity for a security professional who enjoys working across governance, risk, compliance, operational security and emerging technology, helping to shape how AI is governed within a modern insurance business. Key Responsibilities Reporting to the Information Security Management function, you will support the ongoing development of the Group's Information Security programme, with a focus on: Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) ISO 27001 certification and continuous improvement Operational Resilience (OpRes) and DORA compliance Microsoft Defender and Purview administration AI governance, risk management and responsible AI adoption Working closely with Risk & Compliance teams, Technology, business leaders and third-party suppliers, you will help ensure Marco Group maintains strong security controls, manages risk effectively and adopts AI technologies in a secure and compliant manner. Governance, Risk & Compliance Support the maintenance and continuous improvement of information security policies, procedures and standards Assist with ISO 27001 certification activities, including control reviews, evidence collection and audit preparation Support DORA compliance activities, ICT risk management and remediation tracking Contribute to Lloyd's Operational Resilience (OpRes) requirements, including scenario testing and self-assessments Monitor compliance against recognised frameworks including ISO 27001, NIST CSF and Lloyd's requirements Identify, assess and track security and AI-related risks through to resolution Produce KRI/KPI reporting for governance forums and stakeholders Support third-party and supplier security assessments AI Governance & Responsible AI Support governance and oversight of AI tools used across Marco and PoloWorks, including Microsoft Copilot, Anthropic Claude and other AI-enabled platforms Maintain AI acceptable use standards, approval processes and usage records Conduct AI risk assessments for new use cases and integrations Monitor AI deployments for compliance with data protection, confidentiality and regulatory requirements Keep up to date with evolving AI governance frameworks and regulatory developments Support the creation of AI training, guidance and awareness materials Security Operations Administer and maintain Microsoft Defender security controls and alerting Configure and support Microsoft Purview capabilities including DLP, sensitivity labels and insider risk controls Investigate security alerts and support incident response activities Participate in incident reviews, testing exercises and security improvement initiatives Provide practical security advice and guidance across the business Security Awareness Help deliver the Group's security awareness and phishing simulation programme Create engaging training content on security and responsible AI use Monitor and report on training participation and awareness metrics Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Essential Experience Experience in Information Security, ideally within a GRC, compliance or risk-focused role Practical knowledge of Microsoft Defender and Microsoft Purview Experience of security risk assessments, governance frameworks and security controls Understanding of ISO 27001 and security audit requirements Familiarity with AI governance, AI risk assessment or responsible AI adoption Knowledge of data protection and privacy requirements Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills A genuine interest in emerging technologies and AI Desirable Experience Experience within the Lloyd's, London Market or wider insurance sector Knowledge of Lloyd's Minimum Standards, Principle 12 and Operational Resilience requirements Experience supporting DORA compliance programmes Knowledge of information classification and cryptography We're interested in candidates who hold, or are working towards, one or more of the following: CISMP ISC2 CC ISO 27001 Lead Auditor or Lead Implementer CISM CISSP CRISC SANS certifications or equivalent Microsoft certifications such as: SC-200 SC-300 SC-400