Senior Cybersecurity Officer - Assurance - Information Security - Banking

Rothstein Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services recruitment company is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Officer to enhance their banking team's information security framework. The successful candidate will have significant experience in information assurance, responsibility for risk management, and familiarity with regulatory compliance within the financial sector. Responsibilities include collaboration for security integration, governance document management, and Cyber Incident handling, with a strong emphasis on communication and analytical skills crucial for the role.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in Information Security/Information Assurance within financial services.
• Knowledge of NIST CSF and cybersecurity principles.
• Experience managing Cyber Incident Response.

Responsibilities

• Integrate security measures into business processes with engineering teams.
• Oversee project activities to evaluate information security risks.
• Develop and maintain information security governance documents.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant Information Security qualification (degree, CISSP, or CISM)

Tools

Information Security tools

Job description

Senior Cybersecurity Officer - Assurance - Information Security - Banking

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Director at Rothstein's | Financial Services Recruitment Specialist | BA(Hons) First Class Graduate | International Relations

Senior Cybersecurity Officer - Assurance - Information Security - Banking

Excellent opportunity opens for an Cybersecurity Officer/Information Security Officer /Information Security Assurance Officer with Financial Services experience to join a London based bank's team, helping to ensure all information and cyber risks are identified, analysed, mitigated, and monitored, ensuring the smooth operation of the Bank.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Information Security Engineering and Operations Teams to integrate security measures into business processes.
• Advise business units on security-related issues and initiatives.
• Oversee Second Line project activities to evaluate information security risks for new projects, products, systems, and other significant changes within the bank.
• Supervise the resolution of risks and issues identified during audits or external assessments.
• Develop, review, and maintain information security governance documents, including policies, standards, frameworks, and procedures.
• Create and deliver Information/Cyber Security Awareness training, educating staff on best practices.
• Maintain comprehensive records and documentation of ISO activities.
• Provide regular updates and reports to the Information Security Management System (ISMS) governance committee.
• Manage internal and external information security requirements, liaising with relevant parties.
• Support the ISO in annual budgeting and planning.
• Participate in Cyber Incident Response as part of the ISO Team.
• Coordinate with vendors to evaluate new technologies and lead Proof of Concept evaluations as needed.
• Evaluate, recommend, and implement cloud security controls in line with emerging technologies and practices across group entities.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Experience in Information Security/Information Assurance and/or working within a highly regulated UK sector (Financial Services) for 3+ years.
• Relevant Information Security qualification (degree, CISSP, or CISM) obtained or in progress.
• Strong technical acumen with broad knowledge across Information/Cyber Security, Software Development, and IT systems.
• Working knowledge of NIST CSF.
• Willingness to learn and expand skills in both Information Security and Financial Services.
• Ability to work autonomously and flexibly within a team, contributing to an improved Bank security posture.
• Analytical skills to interpret data and provide insights into threats facing the bank.
• Awareness of common Cyber Incidents and Security breaches (OWASP).
• Knowledge or experience in SOC2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS and GDPR.
• Previous experience working within an organisations Cyber Incident Response function.
• Hands on experience with Information Security tools.

About you:

• Team player with the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with diverse business stakeholders.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• High accuracy and strong attention to detail.
• Effective time management and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Interested? Please Apply!

SOC ISO ISAO CISSP NIST CSF ISO27000 ISO27001 PCI DSS GDPR Cybersecurity Cyber Security Information Security Infosec Cybersec Risk Infrastructure ISMS 2LOD 2 LOD Second Line of Defence

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology, Engineering, and Consulting

• Industries

  Banking, Investment Banking, and Financial Services

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