Information Security Specialist

Robert Walters UK; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is hiring an Information Security Specialist in London to enhance security measures across the organization. The role requires 8 years of experience in information security management and relevant certifications. Responsibilities include implementing security policies, conducting risk assessments, and collaborating with stakeholders. This permanent role offers a salary range of £50,000 - £80,000 with additional bonuses.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in information security management.
• Strong understanding of risk management frameworks and methodologies.
• Prior experience in the broadcast media or digital industries is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the implementation, audit, and assurance of information security policies.
• Conduct risk assessments and recommend preventive measures.
• Support and participate in information security projects.

Skills

Experience in information security management

Understanding of ISO 27001 standards

Knowledge of risk management frameworks

Experience with security technologies

Education

CISSP or related qualifications

Tools

EDR

SIEM

IAM

Vulnerability Management Systems

Anti-Virus

DLP

Job description

The Information Security Specialist will play a key role in strengthening the organization’s security posture. This role covers a broad range of responsibilities, including enhancing security controls, conducting security assessments, overseeing patch management, and supporting the implementation of information security solutions and related projects.

What you'll do:

• Oversee the implementation, audit, and assurance of information security policies, standards, guidelines, and procedures to maintain strong security practices.
• Ensure all business processes are aligned with the Group’s information security policies and standards, driving consistency across operations.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of information security awareness, training, and education programs to strengthen staff knowledge and practices.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to assess the effectiveness of security controls and ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational requirements.
• Assist in performing information security risk assessments, identifying vulnerabilities, and recommending preventive measures to mitigate risks.
• Support and participate in information security projects, contributing to the continuous enhancement of security measures across the organization.
• Provide support in handling and resolving security incidents, minimizing impact and ensuring timely remediation.

What you'll bring:

• 8 years of experience in information security management
• Certified with CISSP or related qualifications are strongly preferred
• In-depth understanding of ISO 27001 standards and practical experience with their implementation.
• Strong knowledge of risk management frameworks and methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with security technologies such as EDR, SIEM, IAM, Vulnerability Management Systems, Anti-Virus, APT, DLP, Threat Protection, Web Proxy, and Access Control solutions.
• Prior experience in the broadcast media or digital industries is highly desirable.
• Have the right to work in the UK (Mandatory)

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

About the job

Contract Type: Permanent

Focus: Information Security

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Associate

Location: London

Specialism: Technology & Digital

Focus: Information Security

Industry: Media

Salary: £50,000 - £80,000 per annum + bonus