Security Governance Consultant

Security Governance Consultant

Location: London (Hybrid)

Overview

Albany Beck is partnering with an investment bank currently enhancing its Security Risk Management capabilities. As part of this transformation, we are seeking an experienced Security Governance Consultant to support the build-out of a mature, regulatory-aligned BAU security function.

This is a hands-on, delivery-focused role ideal for a seasoned Security Practitioner with deep regulatory understanding and a passion for operational excellence in cybersecurity governance.

About the Role

You will play a key role in formalising and managing the client’s security governance framework, working closely with the Security Director. Your work will underpin risk management, regulatory compliance, and enterprise control maturity—helping the organisation evolve from project-based security to embedded BAU operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and regularly update security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Assess compliance against a broad regulatory landscape, including GDPR, FRB/OCC, and PRA (BoE).
• Oversee governance of control changes and support accountability mapping across services.
• Support the development and rollout of the enterprise risk management strategy.
• Contribute to security awareness and training initiatives across the organisation.

Skills & Experience Required

• Hands-on experience in cybersecurity governance, risk, or assurance.
• Strong knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 and deep familiarity with GDPR and financial regulations.
• Experience managing service catalogues and aligning BAU controls with regulatory expectations.
• Proficiency in cyber legislation, data privacy, and IT change governance.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, maturing environment with minimal oversight.