Job Description

If you are a current Linnaeus Associate, you will need to apply internally. In order to do this, please contact our Talent Acquisition team (details can be found via The Link) and someone will be in touch to discuss and progress your application.

Information Security Junior Security Analyst

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Location:

Hybrid (with weekly office presence -- increased office time during initial training)

Department:

Information Security

Reports to:

Information Security Manager

About Linnaeus

Linnaeus is a forward-thinking partnership of highly respected primary care and referral veterinary practices across the UK and Ireland, comprising some of the best clinicians in the profession.


We are all individual, but two important things bring us together: a commitment to excellence in everything we do and our passion to make

A Better World for Pets

.


At Linnaeus, we carefully select the practices we partner with to ensure the highest levels of patient care across our group. Together, we form a growing community of like-minded veterinary professionals who are passionate about what they do -- across small animal, farm, and equine medicine.


Our

Five Principles

guide everything we do:

Quality

- We strive for excellence in our work and contributions to society.

Responsibility

- We act now, with integrity and accountability.

Mutuality

- We ensure benefits are shared among all stakeholders.

Efficiency

- We make the best use of our resources.

Freedom

- We retain the independence to make decisions that reflect our values.

The Opportunity

An exciting new opportunity has arisen within the European Information Security team for a

Junior Security Analyst

.


This is an

entry-level role

ideal for someone looking to begin or grow their career in cybersecurity. You will work closely with our Information Security and IT teams to help protect the business, monitor potential threats, and support compliance across our network of veterinary practices.


This position provides hands-on experience with enterprise-class security tools, exposure to real-world incident management, and an opportunity to make a tangible impact within a vital and growing healthcare sector.

Key Responsibilities

Monitor and analyse security alerts from hospital and corporate IT systems. Assist in investigating potential security incidents and escalate as required. Support compliance with data protection requirements, including GDPR, PCI-DSS, and privacy regulations. Participate in vulnerability management -- including scanning, analysis, and remediation tracking. Maintain and update security documentation (incident reports, access control, IT policy updates). Contribute to cybersecurity awareness training across the organisation. Stay informed on emerging threats, particularly those affecting healthcare and veterinary sectors.

About You

Essential:

Exposure to or experience within an Information Security environment. Knowledge of technologies such as Office 365, firewall management, and threat monitoring. Strong communication skills -- verbal, written, and interpersonal. Analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset. Organised and able to prioritise effectively. A professional, approachable manner and strong teamwork ethic.

Desirable:

Experience working within the medical or healthcare industry. Understanding of compliance frameworks (ISO, NIST). Familiarity with vulnerability scanning tools and remediation activities. Experience working with audit, legal, or compliance stakeholders. Relevant education or certification such as

CC - Certified in Cybersecurity (ISC2)

. Driving licence.

What We Offer

Hybrid working - office attendance once a week (more during initial training). The chance to develop your career in cybersecurity within a respected, mission-driven organisation. Access to industry-leading training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities. A supportive and collaborative working environment, where you can help make

A Better World for Pets

.

We are proud to be Linnaeus, part of Mars. Linnaeus is a forward-thinking group of highly respected primary care and specialist referral practices in the UK and Ireland. Being family owned and part of Mars Veterinary Health, the largest veterinary company in the world, allows us to focus on advancing the veterinary profession to provide industry-leading pet care and unique career opportunities for our people. Why Linnaeus? - We pride ourselves in offering high-quality excellence of service and clinical care for our clients and their pets - We lead on sustainability and collectively drive positive change for people, pets and the planet - We prioritise your mental health and wellbeing - valuing equity, diversity and inclusion - We support your personal and professional development with best-in-class career frameworks and training programmes. We will empower and support you to grow your career from day one. We team up within our Mars family in partnership for a stronger future. Linnaeus is an equal-opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We treat each other fairly and equitably and we are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse for all our Associates. At Linnaeus, A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS starts with a better world for our people. If you would like to apply for this role, please click the Apply Button or for more information, please feel free to reach out directly to our Talent Acquisition team at careers@linnaeusgroup.co.uk