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Information Security Officer
Salary – £60,000 – £70,000 p/a + Benefits
About the Role
A leading digital bank is seeking a talented and ambitious Information Security Officer to join its growing Cybersecurity Department.
This is a key role acting as the bridge between the bank’s London operations and the Group’s Cyber and Information Security team. You will play a pivotal part in ensuring that cybersecurity controls are effectively implemented, risks are well‑managed, and the bank’s information assets remain secure.
The ideal candidate will combine strong technical understanding with strategic insight — ensuring the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of critical information while supporting the business in achieving its goals securely.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with Group Cyber and Information Security requirements.
- Act as the first point of contact for all cybersecurity-related requests in the London office.
- Perform compliance reviews and oversee remediation of cybersecurity weaknesses.
- Coordinate security testing, incident management, and reporting of key cybersecurity metrics (KPIs/KCIs).
- Review and assess cybersecurity-related requests and infrastructure changes (e.g., access management, system interconnections, change control).
- Support post-incident analysis and help implement preventative measures.
- Partner with IT and cybersecurity teams to maintain secure network, systems, and application configurations.
- Oversee the delivery of security awareness training to staff.
- Participate in internal and external audits related to information security.
- Promote a strong culture of cybersecurity awareness across the organization.
- Ensure compliance with relevant standards and frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST).
- Stay informed on emerging threats, technologies, and regulatory changes.
What You Will Need
- Proven experience in information security, cybersecurity governance, or risk management.
- Experience of working within a banking institution.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with keen attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
- A proactive, results‑driven mindset with strong planning and time‑management skills.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
- Familiarity with financial services or regulated environments is advantageous.
What We Can Offer You
- Opportunity to play a key role in shaping cybersecurity practices at a forward‑thinking digital bank.
- Collaborative, international environment with exposure to group‑level cybersecurity initiatives.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Hybrid working model promoting flexibility and work‑life balance.
- Performance bonuses
- Pension contribution
- Private Medical Insurance
- Health cash back plan (dentist, opticians, therapies etc)
- Season Ticket Loan
- Working abroad policy
Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Cybersecurity Career?
Apply now and become a key player in strengthening the security posture of a growing digital bank.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function and Industries
- Information Technology, Engineering, and Finance
- Banking and Financial Services
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Contact Detail:
ea Change Recruiting Team