Security Specialist

Security specialist

General Information:

• Contract Type: Temporary / contract to permanent
• Start Date: 04/03/2024
• Duration: 12 months
• Wish for takeover: YES
• Job Title: Security Specialist

Our client's organization seeks an information security officer who can take an active role in managing information security risks. The ideal candidate must possess a profound understanding of IT security and compliance methodologies, industry standards, and a proactive attitude towards adopting and implementing security practices. Additionally, they should demonstrate an inherent drive to stay well-informed in security trends, identifying opportunities for innovative initiatives that enhance security measures.

Project Description:

• Provide technical guidance to various stakeholders (devops teams, management, contract managers, project managers, etc.) on implementing required security measures and risk mitigation strategies within their respective domains.
• Collaborate with the Security Consultancy & Assurance team on diverse security and compliance tasks, including periodic assessment of security controls, regulatory compliance reporting, reviewing security documentation, conducting in-depth asset reviews, threat modeling, delivering IT security training, and interpreting vulnerabilities and security incidents' impact on services and supply chain security.
• Work closely with devops infrastructure and application teams, Risk Management, Security Operation Center, Defensive Security teams, and other security disciplines to proactively identify and implement appropriate security measures.

Requirements:

• Preferably experienced in a financial organization.
• Strong attention to detail while maintaining a comprehensive view of goals.
• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• A team player who remains supportive and adaptable to shifting priorities.
• Self-awareness regarding strengths and areas for improvement, actively pursuing personal development, and staying updated with the latest security developments.
• Substantial experience (+3 years) in IT and IT security, preferably holding a Bachelor's or Master's degree in IT or related technical/security fields.
• Advantageous to hold SSCP or CISSP certification. Preferred knowledge of application security, SAP, and/or cloud.
• Experience with NIST or the DORA framework.

If your experience aligns with the above requirements, please don't hesitate to apply for this position.

Michael Bailey International is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.