Information & Cyber Security Executive

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company is seeking a passionate Information & Cyber Security Executive to ensure robust organizational security and compliance. This full-time, remote position involves assessing risks, conducting compliance checks, and translating technical risks into business-friendly language. The role offers a competitive salary, car allowance, and the opportunity to contribute to critical cybersecurity efforts.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of cybersecurity and risk management.
• Experience with risk assessments and incident management.
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Assess compliance with internal security policies.
• Conduct supplier risk assessments.
• Support vulnerability assessments and incident investigations.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Governance

Risk Management

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Education

Security Certifications (CISSP, CISM, CISMP)

Tools

Microsoft Azure Security Tools

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Information & Cyber Security Executive, Bolton, Greater Manchester

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Client:

McCabe & Barton

Location:

Bolton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

6

Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

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Job Description:

Location: Remote with occasional travel

Employment Type: Full-Time

Reports To: Information Security Manager

Join our client's teams in Protecting What Matters

Our client is a financial services company seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Information & Cyber Security Executive to join their team.

The role covers all aspects of information security, including organisational security and governance, people security, physical (site) security, and technical security controls. The role involves assessing evolving technologies and threats and communicating risks.

They offer a salary up to £80k base + £5k car allowance and other benefits. Work is remote with occasional in-office presence in Essex.

What You’ll Do

• Assess compliance with internal security policies and industry standards (e.g., ISO/IEC 27001/2, PCI-DSS).
• Conduct supplier risk assessments and third-party due diligence.
• Support vulnerability assessments, incident investigations, and operational resilience activities.
• Monitor the effectiveness of security controls to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability (CIA).
• Assist with security certifications and regulatory frameworks including GDPR.
• Translate technical risks into clear, business-friendly advice.
• Stay on-call during scheduled weeks for incident support and response.

Requirements

• Solid understanding of cybersecurity, governance, and risk management principles.
• Experience with risk/vulnerability assessments and incident management.
• Experience with first and second line support.
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks like ISO 27001 / 27002, NIST Cybersecurity Framework – 2.0 (preferably version 2), PCI DSS v4.0.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure Security tools (Defender for Endpoint, Sentinel, Purview).
• Understanding of ITIL, data protection laws (UK GDPR), and payment card security.
• Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISMP or equivalent.