GRC Security Lead

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An excellent opportunity for a GRC Security Lead to join a leading company in Cloud Infrastructure & Security services. The role involves developing strategies for AWS cloud environments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and implementing AWS security services. Candidates must have a strong knowledge of ITIL and be eligible for SC Clearance, while joining a team focused on innovation, collaboration, and excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Must have (or be eligible for) SC Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of GRC strategies for AWS cloud environments.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and audits of AWS cloud infrastructure.

Skills

Knowledge on ITIL framework

Holistic knowledge on IT infrastructure components

Governance and security best practices

Job description

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Excellent opportunity for GRC Security Lead to be part of our Cloud Infrastructure & Security services practice. Cognizant Infrastructure Services – Provides IT infrastructure & Cloud services for clients across industry verticals, including both Consulting/Professional and Managed Services, across Enterprise Computing, Cloud services, Security Services, DevOps, Data Centres, End User Computing, Service Desk, Network Services and Environment Management Services.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead the development and implementation of GRC strategies for AWS cloud environments.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, SOC2).
• Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and controls to manage risks and ensure compliance.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and audits of AWS cloud infrastructure.
• Implement and manage AWS security services, including AWS WAF, AWS Shield Advanced, AWS Secrets Manager, Amazon Inspector, Amazon Macie, Amazon GuardDuty, Amazon Detective, AWS CloudTrail, and AWS Security Hub.
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to integrate GRC practices into cloud operations.
• Monitor and analyze security alerts and incidents, and develop response plans.
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and documentation for GRC practices.
• Engage with clients to understand their requirements and deliver tailored GRC solutions.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and updates in cloud security and compliance.
• Technical project management, coordinate with Infra team and CAB team.

Required Skills

• Knowledge on ITIL framework - Incident and Change Process
• Holistic knowledge on IT infrastructure components, governance, security best practices relevant to the working environment.
• Must have (or be eligible for) SC Clearance

At Cognizant you will experience an exciting mix of innovation by design, creativity, collaboration, and efficiency within a framework of stimulating objectives and a passion for delivering the best to our customers.

You will be joining a network of some of the most creative, innovative, and dedicated people in the industry with ample opportunities to learn and develop your career.

Our Associates are chosen for their attitude, skills, knowledge, and enthusiasm but above all, their belief that anything is possible.

Cognizant is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome all applications regardless of race, colour, gender, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, disability, age, sexual orientation, political opinions, or trade union membership.