Senior Cybersecurity Officer - Assurance - Information Security - Banking
Excellent opportunity opens for an Cybersecurity Officer/Information Security Officer /Information Security Assurance Officer with Financial Services experience to 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 in Information Security/Information Assurance and/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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