Information Security Officer

Aspire Personnel Ltd; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks an experienced Information Security Officer to lead security strategy and compliance in a hybrid role. The successful candidate will oversee ISO27001, PCI/DSS, and GDPR standards while managing security for cloud platforms. The position includes excellent benefits and opportunities for personal growth.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Two paid wellbeing days each year

Enhanced pension contributions

Performance-related bonus scheme

Flexible benefits platform

Confidential Employee Assistance Programme

Health check and wellness initiatives

Social events and team get-togethers

Networking opportunities at conferences

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in SaaS/cloud software environments.
• Proven track record managing ISO27001 certification.
• Experience supporting tender responses and client security assurance.

Responsibilities

• Lead security strategy, operations, and compliance.
• Manage security environments across Azure and AWS.
• Define technical security architecture for multi-cloud platforms.

Skills

Information security management

Cloud security (Azure and/or AWS)

ISO27001 compliance

GDPR implementation

PCI/DSS compliance

Excellent communication skills

Education

Professional certifications: CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent

Job description

Information Security Officer - Permanent, Hybrid, Milton Keynes

Salary £50k-£60k plus benefits

We are looking for an experienced Information Security Officer to lead security strategy, operations, and compliance. This is a hands‑on role combining strategic security architecture with operational security management and regulatory compliance oversight. The successful candidate will define security standards across the business product portfolio, manage security environments, and serve as central point for ISO27001, PCI/DSS, and GDPR compliance while supporting commercial teams with tender responses and client security assurance.

Key responsibilities

• Define technical security architecture and standards across multi‑cloud SaaS platforms
• Embed security into product development lifecycle and roadmap planning
• Conduct threat modelling and risk assessments for new features and system changes
• Manage security environments across Azure and AWS infrastructure
• Oversee security monitoring, alerting, and detection capabilities
• Manage vulnerability assessment and penetration testing programs
• Maintain ISO27001 certification and manage audit cycles
• Ensure PCI/DSS compliance for payment processing systems
• Act as primary security contact for customers and prospects

Essential Requirements

• Substantial information security experience in SaaS/cloud software environment (ISV or B2B software preferred)
• Proven track record managing ISO27001 certification and compliance
• Practical GDPR implementation experience in software products
• PCI/DSS compliance experience with payment processing systems
• Strong understanding of cloud security (Azure and/or AWS)
• Excellent communication skills - able to translate technical security for commercial and executive audiences
• Experience supporting tender responses and client security assurance

Preferred/Nice‑to‑Have

• Professional certifications: CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent
• Multi‑tenant SaaS architecture security experience
• DevSecOps and CI/CD security integration knowledgeSecurity frameworks: NIST, CIS Controls, OWASP
• Multi‑jurisdictional data protection knowledge

Key Attributes

• Strategic thinker who can balance security with business needs
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills
• Proactive in identifying risks and improvement opportunities
• Comfortable in fast‑paced, dynamic environment

Excellent benefits

25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) – with extra days the longer you're with us

Two paid wellbeing days each year, with a budget to enjoy some time out with someone important to you

Enhanced pension contributions to support your future

Two paid days a year to give back through volunteering, charity work, or sustainability projects with our Green Team

Salary sacrifice schemes for electric vehicles and cycle‑to‑work

24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme for confidential advice and support

A full annual health check to keep you at your best

A flexible benefits platform – from life assurance and learning opportunities to retail discounts and cinema tickets

A genuine people‑first culture where your growth and wellbeing come first

Performance‑related bonus scheme to reward your contribution

Regular socials – from team get‑togethers to all‑company celebrations, with each department owning a budget for their events

The opportunity to attend group conferences, away days and learning forums both in the UK and abroad – network with other talent

There is a welcoming office environment, with well‑stocked kitchens offering free breakfast, fresh fruit, hot and cold drinks, and a range of tuck shop goodies to keep you fuelled throughout the day.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer, fostering diversity and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.