Director Operational Resilience and Cyber Security

DWH Recruitment

London

1 year ago

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Job Title: Operational Resilience and Cyber Security Specialist

Location:London, UK

Salary:£105,000-£135,000

Type:Full-time

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Operational Resilience and Cyber Security Specialist to join a market focused organisation. This role combines expertise in operational resilience with strong knowledge of cybersecurity to ensure that critical services are protected, adaptable, and recoverable in the face of disruptions. You will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and maintaining frameworks and strategies that safeguard our operations against cyber threats and operational risks.

Key Responsibilities:

•Develop and implement operational resilience frameworks, policies, and procedures.

•Identify critical business services and assess their dependencies, risks, and vulnerabilities.

•Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to integrate operational resilience with threat management and response strategies.

•Perform risk assessments, business impact analyses, and scenario testing to evaluate resilience capabilities.

•Support the development and testing of incident response, disaster recovery, and business continuity plans.

•Monitor and respond to cyber threats that could impact operational resilience.

•Work with stakeholders to ensure compliance with regulatory standards, such as [e.g., NIST, ISO 22301, GDPR, DORA].

•Provide training and awareness programs on operational resilience and cybersecurity best practices.

•Produce detailed reports and dashboards to communicate resilience metrics, risks, and incidents to senior leadership.

•Stay updated on emerging threats, technologies, and regulatory changes related to operational resilience and cybersecurity.

Requirements:

Essential:

•Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, Risk Management, or a related field.

•Strong understanding of operational resilience principles, including business continuity and disaster recovery.

•Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, tools, and technologies.

•Experience conducting risk assessments and business impact analyses.

•Familiarity with regulatory standards (e.g., ISO 27001, ISO 22301, NIST, GDPR, DORA).

•Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

•Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Desirable:

•Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CBCP, or ISO 22301 Lead Implementer.

•Experience with cyber incident response and recovery.

•Proficiency in resilience testing and simulations (e.g., stress testing, tabletop exercises).

•Familiarity with cloud environments, data protection, and third-party risk management.

•Experience in regulated industries such as finance, healthcare, or energy.

What We Offer:

•A critical role in shaping and enhancing our organization’s resilience and cybersecurity posture.

•Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies.

•Professional development opportunities, including certifications and training.

•A collaborative and innovative work environment.

•Competitive salary and benefits package, including [specific benefits, e.g., healthcare, pension, flexible working].

How to Apply:

Please submit your CV, cover letter, and any relevant certifications or the advertiser.

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