Information Security Officer - Cybersecurity - Banking (London Area)

Information Security Officer – Cybersecurity – Banking

Excellent opportunity opens for an 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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