Head of Security Assurance & Remediation

CLS-Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services firm in London seeks a leader for security assurance and compliance. The role involves overseeing security risk management, developing remediation oversight, and collaborating with various teams to maintain security standards. Candidates should have a degree in a related field and significant experience in cybersecurity, along with relevant certifications. This position promotes a culture of security and responsibility within the organization.

Benefits

25 holiday days and 3 'life days'

2 paid volunteer days

Hybrid working flexibility

Generous parental leave policies

Private medical insurance

Discounts on gym memberships

Qualifications

• Bachelors in a relevant field, Master's preferred.
• Experience in a senior security role.
• Advanced security certifications like CRISC, CISM, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Lead security assurance and remediation across environments.
• Develop compliance oversight and security governance.
• Collaborate with teams to reduce security risks.

Skills

Cybersecurity expertise

Risk management

Technical writing

Security governance

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

GRC tools (e.g., RSA Archer)

Security frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, ISO 27001)

Job description

A global financial services firm in London seeks a leader for security assurance and compliance. The role involves overseeing security risk management, developing remediation oversight, and collaborating with various teams to maintain security standards. Candidates should have a degree in a related field and significant experience in cybersecurity, along with relevant certifications. This position promotes a culture of security and responsibility within the organization.