Information Security Regulatory Support Lead

Lead Security Controls Assessor - NIS2 Readiness (Financial Services)
Contract Type: 6-Month Rolling Contract
Rate: £550/day (Inside IR35)
Location: Fully Remote
My client, a leading organisation in the Financial Services sector, is currently seeking two experienced contractors to join their Security Controls Assessor team. This is a strategic initiative focused on preparing for the upcoming NIS2 regulation, with a strong emphasis on regulatory assurance and cross-entity alignment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and support activities related to NIS2 readiness and regulatory assurance

Assess existing policies, standards, processes, and technical environments against NIS2 and other relevant frameworks

Conduct entity-specific assessments and asset-level assurance testing

Assist with NIS2 registration processes and incident reporting readiness across multiple entities

Collaborate with stakeholders across business units, project teams, and EGSO to ensure cohesive support

Document the organisation's regulatory posture, ISRG priorities, gaps, risks, and sustainability of compliance efforts

Provide regular updates to the EMAP Information Security Regulatory Governance Specialist

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a high-impact regulatory programme within a complex, multi-entity financial environment. If you're experienced in security controls assessment, regulatory compliance, and NIS2 alignment, this role offers both strategic influence and operational depth.

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