GRC and Security Lead at Amiqus
Your role as the hands‑on leader of our Security, Audit, Risk and Compliance (SARC) team focuses on cyber security and risk management. You will lead internal and external audits, oversee data protection and governance, and drive security readiness across all business areas.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee cyber security, including security‑by‑design in product development, incident management, business continuity testing and third‑party risk management.
* Act as 2nd Line of defence, ensuring risks are identified, documented and effectively managed across all business areas.
* Own and maintain key policies, internal tools (including Drata), and governance processes across security, audit, risk and compliance.
* Lead and support internal and external audits, ensuring readiness, action tracking, regulatory awareness and continuous improvement.
* Act as compliance SME, providing guidance on projects, product changes and organisational initiatives, and representing Amiqus within relevant industry groups and forums.
* Act as Incident Commander for Major and High category incidents while overseeing business continuity and disaster recovery processes.
About You
* 5+ years’ experience leading and implementing security controls across information, data and organisational protection.
* Strong cloud security experience and a red‑team mindset for identifying and stress‑testing potential threats.
* Practical expertise with ISMS frameworks such as ISO 27001.
* Relevant certifications (CISM, CRISC, CISSP, ISO 27001 or similar).
* Hands‑on experience with GRC platforms, using them to streamline workflows and communicate security posture.
* Ability to identify, assess and explain security threats and vulnerabilities for both cloud‑based and physical environments.
* Excellent problem‑solving skills and sound judgement when making decisions under pressure.
* Clear, concise communication skills—written, verbal and client‑facing, with experience reporting to senior executive or board level.
* Confidence to lead client conversations and represent Amiqus as the primary SARC point of contact.
* A self‑starter who rolls up their sleeves, brings people together at pace and focuses on swift, effective solutions.
Benefits
* Competitive salary plus share options.
* 12 development days each year and a learning budget for relevant courses and development opportunities.
* 34 days of annual leave.
* Private health cover with Vitality and a suite of insurance benefits.
* 5% matched pension contribution on qualifying earnings.
* Quarterly in‑person meetups and team events.
Why Join Us
We’re one of the UK’s fastest growing tech companies, part of Tech Nation’s Future Fifty 2024 cohort, and backed by external investment to scale rapidly. The culture is purpose‑driven, ambitious, and focused on impact and growth. We value diversity, equality and a supportive environment for performance‑based reward.
Equal Opportunity
We recognise that diverse teams outperform. Persons of all backgrounds are welcome at Amiqus, and we are committed to promoting equal opportunities and pursuing equality in all of our work.
Contact
Apply directly or join to sign in for job alerts: work@amiqus.co
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