Job Description
Information Security Governance Manager
Our client a fast-growing organisation operating in the financial technology space, delivering innovative solutions across mobile payments, e-commerce, and business platforms.
They are seeking a highly organised, detail-oriented, and proactive Information Security Governance Manager to lead and manage security assurance and governance programmes across the business.
This is a key role responsible for overseeing compliance cycles, coordinating audits, and ensuring robust security controls are maintained and continuously improved in line with regulatory and industry standards.
Key Responsibilities Security Governance & Compliance
* Manage annual compliance programmes (e.g. PCI DSS v4+, ISO 27001, SWIFT CSCF)
* Coordinate control owners across departments
* Maintain risk registers and control frameworks
* Support internal and external audits
* Manage the full policy lifecycle (creation, review, approval, publication)
Audit & Assurance
* Act as primary contact for external auditors and assessors
* Prepare audit documentation and evidence packs
* Track and drive remediation activities
* Coordinate gap assessments and readiness reviews
* Provide senior leadership with audit and risk reporting
Security Testing & Assurance
* Coordinate penetration testing and vulnerability assessments
* Work with internal teams and third-party providers
* Track remediation of security findings
* Embed testing into change and release processes
* Support supplier security due diligence
Policy, Risk & Documentation
* Develop and maintain security policies and standards
* Ensure alignment with regulatory requirements
* Facilitate policy review workshops
* Maintain documentation repositories and version control
Process Improvement & Automation
* Identify opportunities to improve governance efficiency
* Leverage automation and AI tools for documentation and tracking
* Enhance reporting dashboards and visibility
* Drive continuous improvement across security programmes
Collaboration
* Work closely with Engineering, SRE, Compliance, and Operations teams
* Integrate security governance into product and infrastructure changes
* Support client due diligence and security questionnaires
* Assist commercial teams with security assurance documentation
Skills & Experience
* Experience in information security, governance, or compliance
* Strong knowledge of PCI DSS v4+
* Experience with ISO 27001 certification
* Familiarity with SWIFT CSCF (desirable)
* Background in fintech or regulated financial services (preferred)
* Experience managing audits and working with auditors
* Understanding of risk management frameworks
* Experience with control testing and evidence management
* Knowledge of cloud, infrastructure, and application security concepts
* Experience coordinating penetration testing and vulnerability management
* Strong policy writing and documentation skills
* Experience producing executive-level reporting
* Exposure to automation or AI tools in governance processes
Benefits:
* Private health and dental cover for you and your family
* Life assurance
* Generous annual leave plus public holidays
* Support for professional qualifications
* Employee assistance programme
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