Strategic Security Risk Leader

Nationwide Building Society; England; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Competitive pension plan

Annual performance-related bonus

Training and development opportunities

Additional benefits through salary sacrifice scheme

Life assurance

Health and wellness access

Paid volunteering days

Job summary

A leading financial services institution in the United Kingdom is looking for a Senior Risk Manager – Security to shape the security risk agenda. The ideal candidate will develop a robust oversight strategy and influence senior stakeholders while ensuring the organization is prepared for future threats and regulatory changes. This role supports hybrid working and offers various benefits including private medical insurance and a competitive pension plan.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of cyber and physical security, familiar with frameworks like NIST CSF and ISO 27001.
• Extensive expertise in cyber security, translating technical risk into strategic business implications.
• Proven experience in strategic risk management and influencing senior decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the security risk oversight strategy.
• Influence senior stakeholders, set priorities for the oversight team.
• Deliver high-quality risk insights and thematic reviews.

Skills

In-depth knowledge of cyber and physical security

Ability to influence organisational direction

Experience in strategic risk management

Technical experience in cyber security controls

Strong communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor

Job description

A leading financial services institution in the United Kingdom is looking for a Senior Risk Manager – Security to shape the security risk agenda. The ideal candidate will develop a robust oversight strategy and influence senior stakeholders while ensuring the organization is prepared for future threats and regulatory changes. This role supports hybrid working and offers various benefits including private medical insurance and a competitive pension plan.