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Senior Cybersecurity Officer - Assurance - Information Security - Banking

Rothstein Recruitment
London
1 week ago
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Senior Cybersecurity Officer - Assurance - Information Security - Banking



Excellent opportunity opens for anCybersecurity Officer/Information Security Officer/Information Security Assurance OfficerwithFinancial Services experienceto join a London based bank's team, helping to ensure all information and cyber risks are identified, analysed, mitigated, and monitored, ensuring the smooth operation of the Bank.


Key Responsibilities:


  • Collaborate with Information Security Engineering and Operations Teams to integrate security measures into business processes.
  • Advise business units on security-related issues and initiatives.
  • Oversee Second Line project activities to evaluate information security risks for new projects, products, systems, and other significant changes within the bank.
  • Supervise the resolution of risks and issues identified during audits or external assessments.
  • Develop, review, and maintain information security governance documents, including policies, standards, frameworks, and procedures.
  • Create and deliver Information/Cyber Security Awareness training, educating staff on best practices.
  • Maintain comprehensive records and documentation of ISO activities.
  • Provide regular updates and reports to the Information Security Management System (ISMS) governance committee.
  • Manage internal and external information security requirements, liaising with relevant parties.
  • Support the ISO in annual budgeting and planning.
  • Participate in Cyber Incident Response as part of the ISO Team.
  • Coordinate with vendors to evaluate new technologies and lead Proof of Concept evaluations as needed.
  • Evaluate, recommend, and implement cloud security controls in line with emerging technologies and practices across group entities.


Qualifications & Experience:


  • Experience inInformation Security/Information Assuranceand/or working within a highly regulated UK sector (Financial Services) for 3+ years.
  • Relevant Information Security qualification (degree, CISSP, or CISM) obtained or in progress.
  • Strong technical acumen with broad knowledge across Information/Cyber Security, Software Development, and IT systems.
  • Working knowledge of NIST CSF.
  • Willingness to learn and expand skills in both Information Security and Financial Services.
  • Ability to work autonomously and flexibly within a team, contributing to an improved Bank security posture.
  • Analytical skills to interpret data and provide insights into threats facing the bank.
  • Awareness of common Cyber Incidents and Security breaches (OWASP).
  • Knowledge or experience in SOC2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS and GDPR.
  • Previous experience working within an organisations Cyber Incident Response function.
  • Hands on experience with Information Security tools.


About you:


  • Team player with the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with diverse business stakeholders.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • High accuracy and strong attention to detail.
  • Effective time management and ability to prioritize tasks.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office.


Interested? Please Apply!


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