InfoSec Assurance & Resilience Specialist (Hybrid)

Aberdeen Standard Investments; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading wealth management firm in Edinburgh is seeking an Information Security Assurance Specialist to ensure robust risk management within their operations. This role involves assessing and validating information security controls, while promoting a positive risk culture across the business. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of control processes and possess relevant qualifications. The position offers extensive benefits including generous annual leave, pension contributions, and flexible working options.

Benefits

40 days’ annual leave

16% employer pension contribution

Private healthcare

Qualifications

• Knowledge of managing information security risks and controls.
• Ability to make balanced risk judgements against business priorities.
• Experience in improving organizational security posture.

Responsibilities

• Ensure appropriate information security controls are implemented.
• Manage understanding of cyber security threats and risks.
• Provide reliable evidence of information security control effectiveness.

Skills

Knowledge of control and risk management processes

Ability to frame recommendations and decisions in terms of risk

Excellent planning skills

Education

Professional information security qualification(s) e.g. Security+, CCSP, CISMP, CISA, CISSP

Job description

A leading wealth management firm in Edinburgh is seeking an Information Security Assurance Specialist to ensure robust risk management within their operations. This role involves assessing and validating information security controls, while promoting a positive risk culture across the business. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of control processes and possess relevant qualifications. The position offers extensive benefits including generous annual leave, pension contributions, and flexible working options.