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Head of Security Operations

Aviva
Norwich
1 year ago
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Salary between £100,000 - £130,000

Do you have strong cybersecurity and operations experience and seeking an innovative opportunity?

If the answer is yes, we would love to hear from you!

We are currently recruiting for a Head of Security Operations to be a part of our forward-thinking team! This role could be ideal for you, if you have strong cybersecurity experience, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same and passionate about keeping organisations secure from the ever-increasing threat of cyber-attacks.

A bit about the job:

This is truly an exciting opportunity to enhance your skills! As the Head of Security Operations, you develop and deliver cyber system roadmaps to ensure the continuous increase of protection levels and quality. Along with looking after multiple teams which together protect the Aviva systems, data, colleagues and customers from cyber-attacks and prevent data loss. Comfortable with building positive relationships, maintaining consistent communication and reporting to senior stakeholders to effectively convey the details of thwarted attacks and the associated risks would be required in the role.

Skills and experience we’re looking for:

Possess an insatiable curiosity at the underlying causes of cyber-attacks with a high level of analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, as well as attention to detail

A proven track record of leading and managing teams and projects, delivering successful results through teamwork, collaboration and influence

A strong knowledge of cyber security concepts, principles, and practices, as well as relevant standards and frameworks

Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to influence and negotiate with stakeholders

Strong customer focus, and the ability to understand and empathise with the user needs and expectations 

What you’ll get for this role:

Our purpose - with you today, for a better tomorrow – is a promise we make to our colleagues too. And one of the ways we live up to that promise is by investing in you. We have so much to offer when it comes to being an Aviva colleague.

Salarybetween £100,000 - £130,000 (depending on location, skills, experience, and qualifications)

Bonus opportunity - 25% of annual salary Actual amount depends on your performance and Aviva’s.

Generouspensionscheme - Aviva will contribute up to 14%, depending on what you put in.

29 daysholidayplus bank holidays, and you can choose to buy or sell up to 5 days

Make your money go further - Up to 40%discount on Aviva products, and other retailer discounts

Up to £1,200 of free Aviva shares per year through ourMatching Share Planand share in the success of Aviva with ourSave As You Earnscheme

Brilliantlysupportive policiesincluding parental and carer’s leave

Flexible benefitsto suit you, includingsustainability optionssuch as cycle to work

Make a difference, be part of ourAviva Communitiesand use your 3paid volunteering days to help others

We take yourwellbeingseriously with lots of support and tools

Take a look to learn more. Put a salary into this calculator to see what your total Aviva Reward could be.

Aviva is for everyone:

We’re inclusive and welcome everyone – we want applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Excited but not sure you tick every box? Research tells us that women, particularly, feel this way. So, regardless of gender, why not apply. And if you’re in a job share just apply as a pair.

We flex locations, hours and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you. Most of our people are smart working –spending around 50% of their time in our offices every week - combining the benefits of flexibility, with time together with colleagues.

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