IT Security Administrator

PIXOMONDO; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in visual effects is seeking an IT Security Administrator to enhance their security posture across global operations. This role involves leading incident response, managing security audits, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in IT infrastructure and security, along with excellent communication skills to bridge the gap between technical and non-technical teams. Join a creative environment where your expertise will directly contribute to the safety and integrity of high-profile projects. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow within a dynamic and award-winning company.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in security and/or infrastructure.
• Familiarity with Cyber Essentials, ISO 27001, GDPR.
• Strong interpersonal skills and analytical mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead incident response and coordinate security audits.
• Manage firewall and oversee vulnerability management.
• Act as liaison for GDPR and data protection compliance.

Skills

IT Security

Information Security Standards

Microsoft O365 Security

Vulnerability Management

Security Auditing

Threat Intelligence Analysis

Disaster Recovery Principles

Education

ITIL Certification

Tools

SIEM Tools (e.g., Splunk)

Job description

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PXO creates industry-leading Virtual Production and Visual Effects for premium Film and Episodic content. With over 20 industry awards and nominations, PXO, a Sony Pictures Entertainment company, is a trusted partner for storytellers and showrunners worldwide.

PXO has been creating iconic work since 2001, from Martin Scorsese's Academy Award winning Hugo and HBO's Emmy winning Game of Thrones, House of the Dragon, through to Amazon's The Boys, Marvel's Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania and many more.

We're looking for an IT Security Administrator to join our IT team. In this role, you will provide expert guidance on IT security, contribute to the development of policies and procedures, and support the maintenance of enterprise-wide security solutions across multiple global regions. You will also hold responsibility for decision-making within your area of expertise, ensuring clear ownership and accountability. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of IT infrastructure and information security in large-scale, fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

Information Security & Compliance

• Lead and coordinate incident response remediation activities across Office tenant and related infrastructure
• Oversee the application security request review process, including white paper evaluations and coordination with InfoSec teams
• Conduct Infosec Criticality Assessments (ICAs) and participate in DAART and IR meetings
• Represent PXO in Sony CISO meetings and ensure alignment with broader Sony InfoSec policies
• Enforce Sony security policies and standards in production environments
• Manage and maintain IT Risk Register
• Coordinate client security audits and support external certifications (e.g., TPN)
• Complete and manage client security questionnaires during bidding or audit processes
• Conduct internal penetration tests and vulnerability assessments to proactively identify and mitigate security risks
  
  

Infrastructure & Systems Security

• Manage the firewall whitelisting and approval process
• Oversee vulnerability and patch management workflows
• Maintain sandbox and production environments; support workflow and network hardening (e.g., Microsoft 365, HiBob)
• Own and manage I/O and data transfer security procedures
• Participate in systems design and implementation from a security perspective
• Develop user and technical security documentation and training resources
• Document and maintain critical security and infrastructure policies, e.g., Incident Response Plan, Business Continuity Plan, Change Management Procedures, and Disaster Recovery Plan
• Test and improve Disaster Recovery capabilities and identify process gaps
  
  

Physical & On-Set Security

• Manage and maintain physical security systems including CCTV, alarm, and access control systems in collaboration with vendors
• Advise on on-set data handling procedures, ensuring certified media and secure practices are in place
  
  

Legal & Regulatory Compliance

• Act as the liaison between IT/InfoSec and Legal on matters related to GDPR, data retention policies, and compliance
• Ensure proper documentation, communication, and enforcement of data protection practices in line with regulatory standards
  
  
  

Requirements

• Five plus years of hands-on experience in security and/or infrastructure within an enterprise environment
• Familiarity with enterprise information security standards such as Cyber Essentials, ISO 27001, 27002, Data Protection Act, and GDPR
• Proficiency in Microsoft O365 Security solutions, Networking, Security operations, Vulnerability Management, and Security Auditing
• Experience in security testing, vulnerability scanning, and risk management
• Ability to create formal documents such as reports or procedures
• Detailed knowledge of Microsoft O365 environment, Threat Intelligence analysis, Security Incident Response, and Disaster Recovery principles
• Strong interpersonal skills, analytical mindset, and ability to communicate in non-technical language
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage and prioritise workload, along with experience in key security areas such as Zero Trust architecture, secure remote access, and security practices relevant to the digital content/VFX industry (e.g., TPN). Familiarity with SIEM tools, such as Splunk, is also highly desirable
• An ITIL certification or similar would be preferred
  
  
  

Benefits

Pixomondo is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.

Benefits may vary by location due to regional regulations and company policies.

PXO does not accept resumes from recruiters. Unsolicited resumes are accepted directly from candidates only. PXO will not pay any fees associated with unsolicited resumes.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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