CISO, FICC Cybersecurity & Risk Leadership

HSBC; Greater London; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A leading global banking institution is seeking an experienced CISO for the CIB Fixed Income, Currency, and Commodities (FICC) role in London. This pivotal position requires expertise in cybersecurity, governance, and risk management. Responsibilities include executing and refining cybersecurity strategies, collaborating with the IDAM team, and engaging with senior stakeholders. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills and a proactive approach to cybersecurity practices. Competitive pay and benefits, including private healthcare and a contributory pension scheme, are offered.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Enhanced maternity and adoption pay

Contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in Cybersecurity, governance, and risk frameworks (NIST, ISO27001).
• Experience working with control functions (Risk, Audit, IDAM, Production Support).
• Proven ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders (CIOs, COOs, Risk Officers, Regulators).

Responsibilities

• Execute and continuously improve the cybersecurity strategy.
• Ensure secure access management and effective identity controls.
• Act as the primary contact for cybersecurity risk reporting.

Skills

Strong expertise in Cybersecurity

Governance and risk frameworks (NIST, ISO27001)

Excellent communication skills

Collaborative and proactive

Job description

A leading global banking institution is seeking an experienced CISO for the CIB Fixed Income, Currency, and Commodities (FICC) role in London. This pivotal position requires expertise in cybersecurity, governance, and risk management. Responsibilities include executing and refining cybersecurity strategies, collaborating with the IDAM team, and engaging with senior stakeholders. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills and a proactive approach to cybersecurity practices. Competitive pay and benefits, including private healthcare and a contributory pension scheme, are offered.