Information & Cyber Security Executive

JR United Kingdom; Liverpool; Remote; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company is seeking a passionate Information & Cyber Security Executive to protect vital assets while ensuring compliance with security standards. The role focuses on assessing risks, managing incidents, and providing expert guidance in cybersecurity. This is a remote position offering a competitive salary and a car allowance, ideal for a detail-oriented individual with strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of cybersecurity principles.
• Experience with risk/vulnerability assessments and incident management.
• Understanding of ITIL and data protection laws (UK GDPR).

Responsibilities

• Assess compliance with internal security policies and industry standards.
• Conduct supplier risk assessments and third-party due diligence.
• Monitor the effectiveness of security controls.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISMP

Tools

Microsoft Azure Security tools

Job description

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Information & Cyber Security Executive, Liverpool

Client: McCabe & Barton

Location: Liverpool, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

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, governance, people security, physical (site) security, and technical security controls. The role involves assessing evolving technologies and threats and communicating risks effectively.

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