Head of IT Security - Cambridgeshire - SOC/SIEM £70-85,000 + package Concept IT are looking for a Head of Cyber Security to join a leading and growing IT company in Cambridgeshire. The role will sit in the senior leadership team is responsible for clients managed security services and internal systems. The role will head up the security operations and oversee a team of analysts as well as being the design authority for SOC & SIEM technologies. This role is ideal for an experienced SOC Manager looking to lead and grow a practice in a fast-paced and thriving business. Someone that has a passion for Cyber Security and wants to lead a grow a team. The role will be office based when we return to normal, therefore a suitable home address commutable from Cambridgeshire is essential. Key Responsibilities Build and develop the Security Operation Centre (SOC) and manage day-to-date activities Deliver and support ongoing Security Strategy Lead and develop the SOC team across UK&I Be accountable for incident management Engage with C-level stakeholders both internally and with external customers Technical Design Authority for all SOC and SIEM technologies integrated into managed services Skills Required In-depth knowledge and experience of Cyber Security Operations Working within a Security Services Provider (MSSP) is highly desirable Knowledge of Prevention Systems (PS) and Intrusion Detection (ID) Experience managing SOC analysts and designing SOC automation practices Experience with AlienVault or Qradar Excellent communication skills Excellent people and man management skills Experience of Cloud Technologies (AWS/Azure) is desirable Industry recognised security certifications are highly desirable (CISSP/CISA/CISM/IISP/CEH/OCSP/OSCP/CCSA Salary on offer is £70-85,000 + package Looking to move ASAP so please send me your latest CV and I will arrange a call to discuss further. Full JD is available. Key Words: Cyber Security - SOC Manager - Head of SOC - Security - CISSP - MSSP - Cyber Security Operations
Apr 18, 2021
Full time
Head of IT Security - Cambridgeshire - SOC/SIEM £70-85,000 + package Concept IT are looking for a Head of Cyber Security to join a leading and growing IT company in Cambridgeshire. The role will sit in the senior leadership team is responsible for clients managed security services and internal systems. The role will head up the security operations and oversee a team of analysts as well as being the design authority for SOC & SIEM technologies. This role is ideal for an experienced SOC Manager looking to lead and grow a practice in a fast-paced and thriving business. Someone that has a passion for Cyber Security and wants to lead a grow a team. The role will be office based when we return to normal, therefore a suitable home address commutable from Cambridgeshire is essential. Key Responsibilities Build and develop the Security Operation Centre (SOC) and manage day-to-date activities Deliver and support ongoing Security Strategy Lead and develop the SOC team across UK&I Be accountable for incident management Engage with C-level stakeholders both internally and with external customers Technical Design Authority for all SOC and SIEM technologies integrated into managed services Skills Required In-depth knowledge and experience of Cyber Security Operations Working within a Security Services Provider (MSSP) is highly desirable Knowledge of Prevention Systems (PS) and Intrusion Detection (ID) Experience managing SOC analysts and designing SOC automation practices Experience with AlienVault or Qradar Excellent communication skills Excellent people and man management skills Experience of Cloud Technologies (AWS/Azure) is desirable Industry recognised security certifications are highly desirable (CISSP/CISA/CISM/IISP/CEH/OCSP/OSCP/CCSA Salary on offer is £70-85,000 + package Looking to move ASAP so please send me your latest CV and I will arrange a call to discuss further. Full JD is available. Key Words: Cyber Security - SOC Manager - Head of SOC - Security - CISSP - MSSP - Cyber Security Operations
Head of Security Operations/Security Operations Manager Great opportunity to become Head of Security Operations for large Multi-national client. You will be responsible for all Security Operations, including: Delivery of group wide security operations Network security & vulnerability management (including patching, scanning and reporting), threat management (including threat intelligence, threat modelling & threat hunting), attack simulation and security testing (including ethical hacking) Compliance Assessments Working closely with CISO to deliver vision/strategy to the business. Communicating technical and non-technical layer risks to stakeholders. Provision of security leadership to operational teams & brief senior management on the cyber threat landscape. Providing guidance and support on security incidents Delivering technical detection and response programs and initiatives, Establishing and delivery of methods & tools which provide value for the organisation by reducing risk. Experience required: Demonstrable experience of cyber security subject matter expertise Sound knowledge of IT security landscape (Infrastructure/Networks/Servers/Software) Project delivery, programme & stakeholder management Good knowledge of information security frameworks (ISO, SANS, OWASP, Cyber Essentials) Experience in handling live cyber incidents Strong leadership skills, the ability to inspire, energise and motivate
Apr 17, 2021
Contractor
Head of Security Operations/Security Operations Manager Great opportunity to become Head of Security Operations for large Multi-national client. You will be responsible for all Security Operations, including: Delivery of group wide security operations Network security & vulnerability management (including patching, scanning and reporting), threat management (including threat intelligence, threat modelling & threat hunting), attack simulation and security testing (including ethical hacking) Compliance Assessments Working closely with CISO to deliver vision/strategy to the business. Communicating technical and non-technical layer risks to stakeholders. Provision of security leadership to operational teams & brief senior management on the cyber threat landscape. Providing guidance and support on security incidents Delivering technical detection and response programs and initiatives, Establishing and delivery of methods & tools which provide value for the organisation by reducing risk. Experience required: Demonstrable experience of cyber security subject matter expertise Sound knowledge of IT security landscape (Infrastructure/Networks/Servers/Software) Project delivery, programme & stakeholder management Good knowledge of information security frameworks (ISO, SANS, OWASP, Cyber Essentials) Experience in handling live cyber incidents Strong leadership skills, the ability to inspire, energise and motivate
NEVER HEARD OF NOMINET? Our name may not be familiar, but you probably use our services every single day - ever visited a website ending in a .uk? We've been running the national internet namespace for a quarter of a century, sitting proudly at the heart of the UK's critical digital infrastructure. Such a responsibility requires world-leading cyber security and we've gaining a reputation for our innovative new security solutions, protecting our own systems and beyond. But we're also a profit with a purpose business. We invest in making a positive impact of the lives that are being most disrupted in our digital age: young people. We're known as one of the UK's leading 'tech for good' funders and the commitment to building a connected, secure and inclusive digital future drives everything we do. It's not just rhetoric - ask our staff. THE BEST BITS At Nominet you can expect a competitive salary, plus excellent benefits including a 15% bonus, 30 days holidays, Healthcare, Pension Scheme, Life Assurance, Wellbeing allowance, Flex benefits and an onsite fitness classes and studio (once we get back to the office) There'll be some organised fun along the way too. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING As Continuous Improvement Manager will be creating a culture of bottom-up continuous improvement, with three main aims: Help our operational units to understand what is critical to our customers and aligning that to our business strategy & product roadmap Providing the lean six sigma skills across the service estate to empower & engage everyone to make good changes. Create a self-regenerating organisation that delivers to its financial and Customer commitments As part of our customer delivery strategy, we are looking for a passionate and experienced Continuous Improvement Manager to help us deliver an exceptional experience to all customers and staff. You will be leading a new team, committed to delivering both incremental and breakthrough improvements in Nominet products, services, & processes. You will work cohesively with our Customer Service, product and Operations teams to develop and deliver a plan for continuous improvement, using recognised improvement methodologies. But there's a whole lot more to this role too… Help build and lead a best in class continuous improvement strategy / framework across Nominet's registry business Work with key business stakeholders to build a continuous improvement environment to support an ongoing programme of change Lead and facilitate LEAN/process improvement-based workshops to drive ideas and solutions around CX, revenue enablement and operational efficiency Oversee voice of customer programme to deliver meaningful insights into product & process development Oversee Departmental Training Strategy, ensuring teams have access to the right material and skills to deliver an exceptional customer experience across the registry portfolio Deliver a pipeline of improvement through automation for the department Embedding a consistent Continuous Improvement culture across the department by coaching managers and their team Identify trends and process variations as part of establishing a continuous improvement monitoring system Take ownership of change initiatives from evolution/efficiency identification through to project delivery via internal governance and control Elicit requirements and drive process change using staff interviews, document analysis, requirements WHO ARE YOU? To be a great fit for our team, you'll be motivational and operate with integrity, acting as a role model to those around you. You'll be innovative by nature and be able to think outside the box, and be bold enough to challenging our status quo. You'll have fresh and exciting ideas and be able to apply a change mind-set to the planning, execution, and monitoring of business activities. You'll have the ability to think laterally and look beyond the obvious to problem solve more effectively. In terms of the nitty-gritty...you'll also have… • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or above - Ideal • Proven track record in delivering high business benefit through change programmes • Excellent understanding of continuous improvement concepts including Kaisen, Six Sigma, Lean, value stream mapping • Proven experience of continuous improvement leadership from a similar role, including project management and business analysis • Experience in; delivering change through automation, training concepts including design and delivery, leading and mentoring teams • Experience of the whole project life cycle, with the ability to operate in the initial conceptual design stage, in the depths of system testing, and at each stage in between • Experience of analysing and auditing performance reports, as well as management of risk, governance and regulatory compliance • A technology background is not essential but the job will require an ability to grasp technical concepts WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT FROM HERE? Once you've hit that apply button, you'll find that we've kept our recruitment process concise and slick, much like how we operate our business. We're human beings and we want to help you through this, and because applying for jobs can be gruelling so the recruitment team welcomes your contact throughout the process.
Apr 16, 2021
Full time
NEVER HEARD OF NOMINET? Our name may not be familiar, but you probably use our services every single day - ever visited a website ending in a .uk? We've been running the national internet namespace for a quarter of a century, sitting proudly at the heart of the UK's critical digital infrastructure. Such a responsibility requires world-leading cyber security and we've gaining a reputation for our innovative new security solutions, protecting our own systems and beyond. But we're also a profit with a purpose business. We invest in making a positive impact of the lives that are being most disrupted in our digital age: young people. We're known as one of the UK's leading 'tech for good' funders and the commitment to building a connected, secure and inclusive digital future drives everything we do. It's not just rhetoric - ask our staff. THE BEST BITS At Nominet you can expect a competitive salary, plus excellent benefits including a 15% bonus, 30 days holidays, Healthcare, Pension Scheme, Life Assurance, Wellbeing allowance, Flex benefits and an onsite fitness classes and studio (once we get back to the office) There'll be some organised fun along the way too. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING As Continuous Improvement Manager will be creating a culture of bottom-up continuous improvement, with three main aims: Help our operational units to understand what is critical to our customers and aligning that to our business strategy & product roadmap Providing the lean six sigma skills across the service estate to empower & engage everyone to make good changes. Create a self-regenerating organisation that delivers to its financial and Customer commitments As part of our customer delivery strategy, we are looking for a passionate and experienced Continuous Improvement Manager to help us deliver an exceptional experience to all customers and staff. You will be leading a new team, committed to delivering both incremental and breakthrough improvements in Nominet products, services, & processes. You will work cohesively with our Customer Service, product and Operations teams to develop and deliver a plan for continuous improvement, using recognised improvement methodologies. But there's a whole lot more to this role too… Help build and lead a best in class continuous improvement strategy / framework across Nominet's registry business Work with key business stakeholders to build a continuous improvement environment to support an ongoing programme of change Lead and facilitate LEAN/process improvement-based workshops to drive ideas and solutions around CX, revenue enablement and operational efficiency Oversee voice of customer programme to deliver meaningful insights into product & process development Oversee Departmental Training Strategy, ensuring teams have access to the right material and skills to deliver an exceptional customer experience across the registry portfolio Deliver a pipeline of improvement through automation for the department Embedding a consistent Continuous Improvement culture across the department by coaching managers and their team Identify trends and process variations as part of establishing a continuous improvement monitoring system Take ownership of change initiatives from evolution/efficiency identification through to project delivery via internal governance and control Elicit requirements and drive process change using staff interviews, document analysis, requirements WHO ARE YOU? To be a great fit for our team, you'll be motivational and operate with integrity, acting as a role model to those around you. You'll be innovative by nature and be able to think outside the box, and be bold enough to challenging our status quo. You'll have fresh and exciting ideas and be able to apply a change mind-set to the planning, execution, and monitoring of business activities. You'll have the ability to think laterally and look beyond the obvious to problem solve more effectively. In terms of the nitty-gritty...you'll also have… • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or above - Ideal • Proven track record in delivering high business benefit through change programmes • Excellent understanding of continuous improvement concepts including Kaisen, Six Sigma, Lean, value stream mapping • Proven experience of continuous improvement leadership from a similar role, including project management and business analysis • Experience in; delivering change through automation, training concepts including design and delivery, leading and mentoring teams • Experience of the whole project life cycle, with the ability to operate in the initial conceptual design stage, in the depths of system testing, and at each stage in between • Experience of analysing and auditing performance reports, as well as management of risk, governance and regulatory compliance • A technology background is not essential but the job will require an ability to grasp technical concepts WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT FROM HERE? Once you've hit that apply button, you'll find that we've kept our recruitment process concise and slick, much like how we operate our business. We're human beings and we want to help you through this, and because applying for jobs can be gruelling so the recruitment team welcomes your contact throughout the process.
SOC Manager - Cambridgeshire - SOC/SIEM £70-85,000 + package Concept IT are looking for a Head of Cyber Security to join a leading and growing IT company in Cambridgeshire. The role will sit in the senior leadership team is responsible for clients managed security services and internal systems. The role will head up the security operations and oversee a team of analysts as well as being the des...... click apply for full job details
Apr 15, 2021
Full time
SOC Manager - Cambridgeshire - SOC/SIEM £70-85,000 + package Concept IT are looking for a Head of Cyber Security to join a leading and growing IT company in Cambridgeshire. The role will sit in the senior leadership team is responsible for clients managed security services and internal systems. The role will head up the security operations and oversee a team of analysts as well as being the des...... click apply for full job details
37 hours Dual based - home and Lilleshall National Sports Salary range £31,880 - £42,500 per annum (dependent upon experience) plus pension + 34 days annual leave (includes Bank Holidays and Company Days) Technology is at the heart of everything we do at British Gymnastics, we are constantly working to improve our IT systems and services to both staff and members. We are looking for someone who will drive the delivery of the IT Strategy, proactively leading on new and emerging technologies/ innovative changes that will advance the British Gymnastics IT Services. Ensuring all activities from service management, Disaster Recovery and strategy and planning, streamlines the customer experience. The Role The main responsibilities of the role are: Develop SLAs across the business for IT services, regularly reviewing targets and managing expectations both internally and externally. Create and evolve processes that maximise the effectiveness of the service desk and allow the support team to add value to the customers Oversee the planning, scheduling, testing and deployment of releases, patches and hotfixes." Line management of the support team, setting role expectations, managing 1-1s/performance reviews, coaching and developing them to increase motivation and productivity Maintain the integrity of technologies and services provided, minimising downtime and identifying areas for improvement within the current infrastructure Accountable for governance and oversight of security solutions, providing escalations for unacceptable levels of residual risk Help manage the Cyber Security posture of the Organisation following best practices from Organisation such as NCSC and Sans Regularly review system and service capacity trends, identify risks and bottlenecks, and make the necessary recommendations to the Head of IT & Digital. Ensure strong relationships are built and managed across the organisation to best meet customer requirements to deliver - service levels, change management, processes, standards and procedures, incidents, infrastructure projects; ensuring customer satisfaction. Being available to respond to unplanned system issues outside of working hours Further details about the role can be found here. The Person The ideal individual will have/be able to demonstrate: Up to date knowledge of IT infrastructure including a working knowledge of: Virtualisation, Storage, Backup and Recovery, Firewalls, Networks. Experience of maintaining and developing web based systems An in-depth understanding of recognised industry frameworks e.g. ITIL A range of business management skills including project management/planning; time management; staff management; development and performance evaluation; financial management and customer service Excellent communications skills, including written, verbal and active listening, with the interpersonal skills to interact and influence at all levels. The ability to collaborate across teams and with senior leadership to generate results. How to apply British Gymnastics is an equal opportunities employer and aims to provide a discrimination-free working environment. We are committed to an action plan and policy in line with the Equality Act 2010, which ensures that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment because of a protected characteristic. To apply click 'Apply Now' to submitt your CV and a covering letter detailing how you meet the requirements of the role. Closing date for applications: Midnight on Tuesday 6th April 2021 This is considered a key role for the team and early applications are encouraged
Apr 15, 2021
Full time
37 hours Dual based - home and Lilleshall National Sports Salary range £31,880 - £42,500 per annum (dependent upon experience) plus pension + 34 days annual leave (includes Bank Holidays and Company Days) Technology is at the heart of everything we do at British Gymnastics, we are constantly working to improve our IT systems and services to both staff and members. We are looking for someone who will drive the delivery of the IT Strategy, proactively leading on new and emerging technologies/ innovative changes that will advance the British Gymnastics IT Services. Ensuring all activities from service management, Disaster Recovery and strategy and planning, streamlines the customer experience. The Role The main responsibilities of the role are: Develop SLAs across the business for IT services, regularly reviewing targets and managing expectations both internally and externally. Create and evolve processes that maximise the effectiveness of the service desk and allow the support team to add value to the customers Oversee the planning, scheduling, testing and deployment of releases, patches and hotfixes." Line management of the support team, setting role expectations, managing 1-1s/performance reviews, coaching and developing them to increase motivation and productivity Maintain the integrity of technologies and services provided, minimising downtime and identifying areas for improvement within the current infrastructure Accountable for governance and oversight of security solutions, providing escalations for unacceptable levels of residual risk Help manage the Cyber Security posture of the Organisation following best practices from Organisation such as NCSC and Sans Regularly review system and service capacity trends, identify risks and bottlenecks, and make the necessary recommendations to the Head of IT & Digital. Ensure strong relationships are built and managed across the organisation to best meet customer requirements to deliver - service levels, change management, processes, standards and procedures, incidents, infrastructure projects; ensuring customer satisfaction. Being available to respond to unplanned system issues outside of working hours Further details about the role can be found here. The Person The ideal individual will have/be able to demonstrate: Up to date knowledge of IT infrastructure including a working knowledge of: Virtualisation, Storage, Backup and Recovery, Firewalls, Networks. Experience of maintaining and developing web based systems An in-depth understanding of recognised industry frameworks e.g. ITIL A range of business management skills including project management/planning; time management; staff management; development and performance evaluation; financial management and customer service Excellent communications skills, including written, verbal and active listening, with the interpersonal skills to interact and influence at all levels. The ability to collaborate across teams and with senior leadership to generate results. How to apply British Gymnastics is an equal opportunities employer and aims to provide a discrimination-free working environment. We are committed to an action plan and policy in line with the Equality Act 2010, which ensures that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment because of a protected characteristic. To apply click 'Apply Now' to submitt your CV and a covering letter detailing how you meet the requirements of the role. Closing date for applications: Midnight on Tuesday 6th April 2021 This is considered a key role for the team and early applications are encouraged
Head of ICT Bournville, Birmingham Salary £53,636 - £58,189 Full-Time | Permanent Creating and sustaining communities where people can thrive is Bournville Village Trust's (BVT) mission. Based in the beautiful surroundings of Bournville, Birmingham, Bournville Village Trust is part of a tradition rooted in the principles of its founder, George Cadbury. Today BVT owns and manages some 4,000 properties in Birmingham and Shropshire as well as commercial and agricultural properties and is developing a small amount of new properties. We provide a diverse and comprehensive range of services to the communities we serve. We are inspired by our legacy but not afraid to be bold and innovative to meet the needs of people today and in the future. Our aims and values have been created to help us shape the organisation and we aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workforce. This is why we are creating job opportunities that are designed to be agile and centred on personal and professional development whilst creating an environment where well-being and work-life balance is a key part of our culture. We are looking for talented people from a wide range of backgrounds, who are adaptable in an ever changing and exciting environment to join us. If you think you meet our job and candidate profile then we strongly encourage you to apply. Job Profile We have an amazing opportunity for a Head of ICT to join our Charity and lead the ICT Team. If you are an experienced and passionate IT professional who is seeking a new challenge to develop and contribute towards delivering the corporate strategy of a value driven organisation, then this could be the perfect career opportunity for you. In this role you will lead and manage the ICT Team of 5, in line with the overall objectives of the Charity, ensuring continuous improvement and the delivery of a first-class service. You will be responsible for managing the Infrastructure, Security and Service Delivery. You will also oversee the Cyber Security Strategy and lead on Technology Service Operations projects, applying an appropriate project management techniques. In this key role you will also work collaboratively with other members of the Senior Leadership Team to help deliver continuing success across the organisation and contribute to the development of the Technology operational and strategic plans, supporting our objectives and embedding our values and behaviours throughout the Group. Candidate Profile We want somebody who has: BS/ MS in Information Technology or related discipline or extensive relevant experience (or equivalent) Security and Network experience Extensive Senior IT Management experience Prior experience of building and leading multi-functional ICT teams Experience in liaising with end-users for insight on functionality, interface, problems, and/or usability issues Experience of preparing performance reports for consumption at executive level Experience of budget forecasting and management Experience of management server hardware and technologies Previous experience of developing and implementing operational plans A proven track record of delivering results in a fast paced and changing environment Experience of working across a multi-site environment Knowledge of Enterprise IT and / or Web based infrastructure and the ability to pick up new technical knowledge quickly A natural leadership style with excellent managerial and motivational skills You will be value driven and focused on delivering great services This post will be based with the ICT Team at our Head Office, in Bournville. There will be occasional travel to our other offices in Birmingham and Shropshire and we are always happy to try and accommodate flexible and agile working. We offer excellent employment conditions and benefits including occupational pension scheme, employee discount scheme and healthcare cash plan. To Apply Click on the apply button to be taken to the BVT career page where you will find further information and the application form. Please ensure that you have read through all of the additional information on the right of this screen prior to completing the application form and person specification form. Do not attach any documents other than your completed person specification form as your application will not be considered. NO CV's - No Agencies Closing date: 19th April 2021 Interview dates: 29th and 30th April 2021
Apr 15, 2021
Full time
Head of ICT Bournville, Birmingham Salary £53,636 - £58,189 Full-Time | Permanent Creating and sustaining communities where people can thrive is Bournville Village Trust's (BVT) mission. Based in the beautiful surroundings of Bournville, Birmingham, Bournville Village Trust is part of a tradition rooted in the principles of its founder, George Cadbury. Today BVT owns and manages some 4,000 properties in Birmingham and Shropshire as well as commercial and agricultural properties and is developing a small amount of new properties. We provide a diverse and comprehensive range of services to the communities we serve. We are inspired by our legacy but not afraid to be bold and innovative to meet the needs of people today and in the future. Our aims and values have been created to help us shape the organisation and we aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workforce. This is why we are creating job opportunities that are designed to be agile and centred on personal and professional development whilst creating an environment where well-being and work-life balance is a key part of our culture. We are looking for talented people from a wide range of backgrounds, who are adaptable in an ever changing and exciting environment to join us. If you think you meet our job and candidate profile then we strongly encourage you to apply. Job Profile We have an amazing opportunity for a Head of ICT to join our Charity and lead the ICT Team. If you are an experienced and passionate IT professional who is seeking a new challenge to develop and contribute towards delivering the corporate strategy of a value driven organisation, then this could be the perfect career opportunity for you. In this role you will lead and manage the ICT Team of 5, in line with the overall objectives of the Charity, ensuring continuous improvement and the delivery of a first-class service. You will be responsible for managing the Infrastructure, Security and Service Delivery. You will also oversee the Cyber Security Strategy and lead on Technology Service Operations projects, applying an appropriate project management techniques. In this key role you will also work collaboratively with other members of the Senior Leadership Team to help deliver continuing success across the organisation and contribute to the development of the Technology operational and strategic plans, supporting our objectives and embedding our values and behaviours throughout the Group. Candidate Profile We want somebody who has: BS/ MS in Information Technology or related discipline or extensive relevant experience (or equivalent) Security and Network experience Extensive Senior IT Management experience Prior experience of building and leading multi-functional ICT teams Experience in liaising with end-users for insight on functionality, interface, problems, and/or usability issues Experience of preparing performance reports for consumption at executive level Experience of budget forecasting and management Experience of management server hardware and technologies Previous experience of developing and implementing operational plans A proven track record of delivering results in a fast paced and changing environment Experience of working across a multi-site environment Knowledge of Enterprise IT and / or Web based infrastructure and the ability to pick up new technical knowledge quickly A natural leadership style with excellent managerial and motivational skills You will be value driven and focused on delivering great services This post will be based with the ICT Team at our Head Office, in Bournville. There will be occasional travel to our other offices in Birmingham and Shropshire and we are always happy to try and accommodate flexible and agile working. We offer excellent employment conditions and benefits including occupational pension scheme, employee discount scheme and healthcare cash plan. To Apply Click on the apply button to be taken to the BVT career page where you will find further information and the application form. Please ensure that you have read through all of the additional information on the right of this screen prior to completing the application form and person specification form. Do not attach any documents other than your completed person specification form as your application will not be considered. NO CV's - No Agencies Closing date: 19th April 2021 Interview dates: 29th and 30th April 2021
Project Manager Location: Fleet, Hampshire/Home Based Salary: Highly Competitive, Car allowance & Benefits Contract: Full time, Permanent Project Manager - The Role: KHIPU currently have a vacancy within our operations department, for a full-time Project Manager . The successful applicant will have a proven track record as a Project Manager, ideally within the IT industry, having the ability to engage with our customers and suppliers at all levels. As our Project Manager, your job will be focused around coordinating resources and processes to ensure that projects are delivered on time and produce the desired results. You will be the go-to person for the projects you are allocated, meaning you must provide support to colleagues when needed. This role will require the occasional travel to customer sites, when necessary. Key Responsibilities: Successful delivery of assigned IT projects, on time and on budget Resource planning to enable successful project delivery Project documentation control, with an ability to provide a valuable input to project procedures and processes Liaising with customers, suppliers and internal departments on a regular basis to execute project deliverables Forecasting of internal resource capacity by tracking the progress of projects across the portfolio using an internal resource allocation system Providing added value to existing customer relationships Working closely with Account Managers, to ensure the correct number of professional service days are allocated to projects Following KHIPU reporting, escalation and change management control procedures Ensuring an ongoing quality of service, delivery and adherence to agreed SLAs Project Manager - Candidate Specification: This is a challenging and demanding role, and is likely to suit a self-motivated individual who has certifications in Prince II Project Management methodology (or equivalent). 3 - 5 years' experience in a similar role is essential Knowledge and experience with managing IT projects is essential Experience and knowledge of KHIPU product portfolio, or similar, would be desirable. The ability to provide effective and productive stakeholder management Extremely organised, sub-team management and leadership skills Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal Ability to work well under pressure, managing multiple projects with effective prioritisation techniques A flexible approach to delivering against tight deadlines in a challenging environment Able to drive and with a full UK driving licence, to travel to our customer locations within the UK as necessary Knowledge of Microsoft Project or similar Recognised Project Management qualification, such as Prince II is desirable. About Us: KHIPU Networks is an award-winning company and one of the UK's & South Africa's leading advanced system integrators, one of a very small number of companies who have the technical expertise and products to respond to the commercial and business challenges of customers. KHIPU Networks main focus is Cyber Security, which is implied in all of our innovative and often unique leading solutions which meet the common and specialist requirements of customers. Our ethos has always been to work in partnership with customers, to understand their environments and challenges so that we can design and deploy 'best of breed' solutions that enable them to meet their strategic goals. We are by Royal Appointment to Her Majesty the Queen, Network Security Provider and hold the highest certifications for the solutions we deliver. At KHIPU, we believe in an open, transparent working environment that encourages creativity and collaboration, with colleagues and customers, this makes us so effective at what we do. KHIPU Networks is based on the edge of Ancells Business Park, within 20 minutes' walk of Fleet mainline train station with direct links into London. There is also ample free parking available on site. Company Benefits: Competitive salary, dependant on experience + car allowance 23 days' annual leave entitlement, rising with service Private health care policy 5% pension contributions Life Insurance policy Cycle to Work Scheme Numerous company events throughout the year Regular team building activities throughout the year Company laptop and phone If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role click on "APPLY" today, forwarding a up to date copy of your CV for consideration in the first instance. No agencies please.
Apr 15, 2021
Full time
Project Manager Location: Fleet, Hampshire/Home Based Salary: Highly Competitive, Car allowance & Benefits Contract: Full time, Permanent Project Manager - The Role: KHIPU currently have a vacancy within our operations department, for a full-time Project Manager . The successful applicant will have a proven track record as a Project Manager, ideally within the IT industry, having the ability to engage with our customers and suppliers at all levels. As our Project Manager, your job will be focused around coordinating resources and processes to ensure that projects are delivered on time and produce the desired results. You will be the go-to person for the projects you are allocated, meaning you must provide support to colleagues when needed. This role will require the occasional travel to customer sites, when necessary. Key Responsibilities: Successful delivery of assigned IT projects, on time and on budget Resource planning to enable successful project delivery Project documentation control, with an ability to provide a valuable input to project procedures and processes Liaising with customers, suppliers and internal departments on a regular basis to execute project deliverables Forecasting of internal resource capacity by tracking the progress of projects across the portfolio using an internal resource allocation system Providing added value to existing customer relationships Working closely with Account Managers, to ensure the correct number of professional service days are allocated to projects Following KHIPU reporting, escalation and change management control procedures Ensuring an ongoing quality of service, delivery and adherence to agreed SLAs Project Manager - Candidate Specification: This is a challenging and demanding role, and is likely to suit a self-motivated individual who has certifications in Prince II Project Management methodology (or equivalent). 3 - 5 years' experience in a similar role is essential Knowledge and experience with managing IT projects is essential Experience and knowledge of KHIPU product portfolio, or similar, would be desirable. The ability to provide effective and productive stakeholder management Extremely organised, sub-team management and leadership skills Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal Ability to work well under pressure, managing multiple projects with effective prioritisation techniques A flexible approach to delivering against tight deadlines in a challenging environment Able to drive and with a full UK driving licence, to travel to our customer locations within the UK as necessary Knowledge of Microsoft Project or similar Recognised Project Management qualification, such as Prince II is desirable. About Us: KHIPU Networks is an award-winning company and one of the UK's & South Africa's leading advanced system integrators, one of a very small number of companies who have the technical expertise and products to respond to the commercial and business challenges of customers. KHIPU Networks main focus is Cyber Security, which is implied in all of our innovative and often unique leading solutions which meet the common and specialist requirements of customers. Our ethos has always been to work in partnership with customers, to understand their environments and challenges so that we can design and deploy 'best of breed' solutions that enable them to meet their strategic goals. We are by Royal Appointment to Her Majesty the Queen, Network Security Provider and hold the highest certifications for the solutions we deliver. At KHIPU, we believe in an open, transparent working environment that encourages creativity and collaboration, with colleagues and customers, this makes us so effective at what we do. KHIPU Networks is based on the edge of Ancells Business Park, within 20 minutes' walk of Fleet mainline train station with direct links into London. There is also ample free parking available on site. Company Benefits: Competitive salary, dependant on experience + car allowance 23 days' annual leave entitlement, rising with service Private health care policy 5% pension contributions Life Insurance policy Cycle to Work Scheme Numerous company events throughout the year Regular team building activities throughout the year Company laptop and phone If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role click on "APPLY" today, forwarding a up to date copy of your CV for consideration in the first instance. No agencies please.
Join us as a Junior Automation Tester with the Bank of England (London, Full-time, Permanent) ABOUT CAPITA At Capita, we support clients across a range of sectors, including local Government, central Government, Education, Transport, Health, Life and Pensions, Insurance, Banking and other private sector organisations. We support with expertise applied by the talent across our business in combination with technology, insight and analytics to keep our clients ahead of change, sharper than competitors and more efficient than ever - and we always need new talent to help us achieve our goals. BANK OF ENGLAND - TECHNOLOGY DEVISION The Technology division manages and supports all aspect of technology delivery across the Bank, from maintaining critical systems which underpin the UK economy, to providing big data analytics, implementing comprehensive cyber security programmes and introducing innovative solutions in support of a digital workplace. Technology's key objective is to support all other areas of the Bank in achieving our collective mission to promote the good of the people of the UK by maintaining monetary and financial stability. This is achieved through the delivery of appropriate, high performing, resilient solutions and information services across the organisation and externally. Technology is structured around a simple operating model: Analyse-Deliver-Service-Secure. This model ensures transparency and effectiveness in our delivery, prioritisation and cost base for IT services and promotes close working relationships with colleagues across the Bank so that we can all deliver with pace and agility. THE ROLE OF A JUNIOR AUTOMATION TESTER The Automated Tester will be a member of the Infrastructure Delivery team which is accountable for the engineering and delivery of the Bank's varied server infrastructure. Key responsibilities include, and are not limited to: Teamwork & Communication - Ensure effective relationships are sustained across the wider Technology team, including internal and external stakeholders, and any domain partners/suppliers Leadership - leader of implementing positive change, selling benefits of new ways of working Contracts & Commercial Capability - Strives to deliver the best value for money by continually looking for improvements/efficiencies across both server delivery and capital expenditure Technology Strategy - Work closely with Architecture to lead the development and implementation and of the Linux server estate within the Bank and, more specifically, to produce and articulately communicate a clear view of the domain's future strategy in Linux server delivery Delivery - Support both the Delivery team leader and Infrastructure Engineering Manager to ensure that all change, whether programmes and projects, or smaller scale releases, is delivered in a timely and cost-efficient way, whilst ensuring that they align to both operations and the future domain strategy Domain Enablement - Ensure compliance with key audit, risk, and security policies and procedures applicable to the Linux server estate EXPECTED SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS Personal skills are key for this position - enthusiasm and a flare to problem solve, with a passionate, inquisitive and proactive attitude An Awareness of automated testing tools (such as Selenium /UFT/Axe/Eggplant) An Awareness of Test Management tools ( Jira ) Experience or knowledge of development automation tools (such as JUnit / JMeter) Project life cycle experience (Agile / Waterfall methodologies) Proficient in Microsoft Office (in particular Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Knowledge of; A range of testing types (functional, non-functional, regression, integration, UAT, OAT) Testing involving both internal and 3rd parties Risk analysis and Risk Based Testing Defect management and test management tools Testing complex user interfaces and GUI applications Test Data provisioning and Management tools, i.e. Test Data Manager DESIRABLE SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS Development languages, e.g. Visual Basic, Java and C# (Blue Prism / Visio) Knowledge of Markets and Banking Systems and applications such as RTGS, T24, Open link, Megara and CREST Gateway Please note: Successful applicants will be expected to go through vetting and Security Clearance We look forward to hearing from you and wish you the very best of luck with your application
Apr 15, 2021
Full time
Join us as a Junior Automation Tester with the Bank of England (London, Full-time, Permanent) ABOUT CAPITA At Capita, we support clients across a range of sectors, including local Government, central Government, Education, Transport, Health, Life and Pensions, Insurance, Banking and other private sector organisations. We support with expertise applied by the talent across our business in combination with technology, insight and analytics to keep our clients ahead of change, sharper than competitors and more efficient than ever - and we always need new talent to help us achieve our goals. BANK OF ENGLAND - TECHNOLOGY DEVISION The Technology division manages and supports all aspect of technology delivery across the Bank, from maintaining critical systems which underpin the UK economy, to providing big data analytics, implementing comprehensive cyber security programmes and introducing innovative solutions in support of a digital workplace. Technology's key objective is to support all other areas of the Bank in achieving our collective mission to promote the good of the people of the UK by maintaining monetary and financial stability. This is achieved through the delivery of appropriate, high performing, resilient solutions and information services across the organisation and externally. Technology is structured around a simple operating model: Analyse-Deliver-Service-Secure. This model ensures transparency and effectiveness in our delivery, prioritisation and cost base for IT services and promotes close working relationships with colleagues across the Bank so that we can all deliver with pace and agility. THE ROLE OF A JUNIOR AUTOMATION TESTER The Automated Tester will be a member of the Infrastructure Delivery team which is accountable for the engineering and delivery of the Bank's varied server infrastructure. Key responsibilities include, and are not limited to: Teamwork & Communication - Ensure effective relationships are sustained across the wider Technology team, including internal and external stakeholders, and any domain partners/suppliers Leadership - leader of implementing positive change, selling benefits of new ways of working Contracts & Commercial Capability - Strives to deliver the best value for money by continually looking for improvements/efficiencies across both server delivery and capital expenditure Technology Strategy - Work closely with Architecture to lead the development and implementation and of the Linux server estate within the Bank and, more specifically, to produce and articulately communicate a clear view of the domain's future strategy in Linux server delivery Delivery - Support both the Delivery team leader and Infrastructure Engineering Manager to ensure that all change, whether programmes and projects, or smaller scale releases, is delivered in a timely and cost-efficient way, whilst ensuring that they align to both operations and the future domain strategy Domain Enablement - Ensure compliance with key audit, risk, and security policies and procedures applicable to the Linux server estate EXPECTED SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS Personal skills are key for this position - enthusiasm and a flare to problem solve, with a passionate, inquisitive and proactive attitude An Awareness of automated testing tools (such as Selenium /UFT/Axe/Eggplant) An Awareness of Test Management tools ( Jira ) Experience or knowledge of development automation tools (such as JUnit / JMeter) Project life cycle experience (Agile / Waterfall methodologies) Proficient in Microsoft Office (in particular Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Knowledge of; A range of testing types (functional, non-functional, regression, integration, UAT, OAT) Testing involving both internal and 3rd parties Risk analysis and Risk Based Testing Defect management and test management tools Testing complex user interfaces and GUI applications Test Data provisioning and Management tools, i.e. Test Data Manager DESIRABLE SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS Development languages, e.g. Visual Basic, Java and C# (Blue Prism / Visio) Knowledge of Markets and Banking Systems and applications such as RTGS, T24, Open link, Megara and CREST Gateway Please note: Successful applicants will be expected to go through vetting and Security Clearance We look forward to hearing from you and wish you the very best of luck with your application
Microsoft Cloud Security Architect, Group Manager (Senior Manager), permanent. Do you have a passion for providing people with a good security experience? So do we. Working on some of the largest and leading-edge projects and clients; the role of the Microsoft Cloud Security Architect is a mixture of security solutions pre-sales as well as to be customer-facing and to play an active role in transforming our client's Security on their Microsoft platforms by building trust with our clients and leading our teams through successful deliveries. If you have deep technical skills and experience in designing and implementing Microsoft Security solutions, both within Microsoft 365, Microsoft Azure and through Windows Server suite this role is for you. You will be able to obtain UK Security Clearance, and ideally will have held this previously. Our offices are based in London, Manchester and Newcastle, thou right now, we only work remotely, so no travel to client site is required. About you as a Cloud Security Architect: You offer clients the kind of security that improves the way they operate, designing and deploying creative security solutions that protect identities and their information whilst enable flexible working. You're a creative problem solver, always thinking ahead and spotting risks. With a business and experience focus, you uncover and prevent cyber threats to protect businesses from risks whilst delivering improved ways of working. You're a leader in the space of Cloud Security with a deep understanding of the project and solutions lifecycle, designing and estimating solutions that not just meet our clients, but far exceed their expectations. To supplement the technical knowledge, solution architect and project delivery experience, you come from a Consulting background with good customer facing skills, the ability to connect with customers and understand their requirements and produce high quality written work. You will have a passion for growing your own career and those around you. You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills. As an Architect, you are willing and able to travel extensively within the UK and Ireland, potentially across a number of different clients. About the role: The Cloud Security Architect role involves architecting and estimating security solutions and ensuring they are deliverable. Throughout the project lifecycle we expect you to be a present and trusted expert leading and guiding our teams and the delivery of the solutions you and the other members of the Security Pre-Sales have solutioned. You should be comfortable with project delivery from performing discovery, analysis, design, build, test and deployment of solutions. You should be a leader and trusted advisor to our clients, being a significant presence in any meeting, bringing the voice of Security Risk to our clients and our colleagues, helping them to identify and mitigate risk with innovative security solutions. You should be comfortable leading workshops and presenting to large audiences, demonstrating your thought leadership. You should be passionate about supporting and developing other members of the team, both junior and senior, helping them to know what you know, and learning from others that understand things that you may not. Your skills: You have a deep and validated understanding of Microsoft Security technologies. You will be expected to demonstrate experience and deep expertise across at least 4 of the areas below and to have fully working knowledge of all of the areas and how they interact: Azure Sentinel, Azure Security Centre, Cloud Networking Security including Zero Trust Security, Security Operations, Microsoft Defender for Identity, Microsoft Defender for Endpoints, Microsoft Cloud App Security, Active Directory, Azure Identity Management and Azure AD Premium and more. As a potential leader within our growing Security Consulting practice, you have demonstrable security understanding and solution architecture experience in these areas is required: Cloud Security Networking (NGFW, DDOS, Zero Trust), Hybrid Identity, MFA, Cloud Security, SIEM, Endpoint detection and response and more. Additionally, you can demonstrate knowledge, experience and hold at least 2 certifications in the following areas: CISSP CSSP CompTIA Security+ Microsoft Security Exams Please list any other security qualifications Benefits we offer: Opportunity to work for Microsoft's global alliance partner of the year (14 years in a row), with exceptional development and training (minimum 80 hours per year for training and paid certifications) Private Medical Cover, Income Protection Policy, Extended benefits, Bonus, generous pension and much more! Avanade University - real-time access to technical and skilled resources globally Dedicated career advisor to encourage your progression Engaged and helpful coworkers genuinely interested in you Reward and Recognition scheme About Avanade: Avanade leads in providing innovative digital services, business solutions and design-led experiences for its clients, delivered through the power of people and the Microsoft ecosystem. Our professionals combine technology, business and industry expertise to build and deploy solutions to realize results for clients and their customers. Avanade has 39,000 digitally connected people across 25 countries, bringing clients the best thinking through a collaborative culture that honors diversity and reflects the communities in which we operate. Majority owned by Accenture, Avanade was founded in 2000 by Accenture LLP and Microsoft Corporation. Learn more at Avanade® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, colour, age, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, veteran, military or marital status, genetic information or any other protected status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Apr 14, 2021
Full time
Microsoft Cloud Security Architect, Group Manager (Senior Manager), permanent. Do you have a passion for providing people with a good security experience? So do we. Working on some of the largest and leading-edge projects and clients; the role of the Microsoft Cloud Security Architect is a mixture of security solutions pre-sales as well as to be customer-facing and to play an active role in transforming our client's Security on their Microsoft platforms by building trust with our clients and leading our teams through successful deliveries. If you have deep technical skills and experience in designing and implementing Microsoft Security solutions, both within Microsoft 365, Microsoft Azure and through Windows Server suite this role is for you. You will be able to obtain UK Security Clearance, and ideally will have held this previously. Our offices are based in London, Manchester and Newcastle, thou right now, we only work remotely, so no travel to client site is required. About you as a Cloud Security Architect: You offer clients the kind of security that improves the way they operate, designing and deploying creative security solutions that protect identities and their information whilst enable flexible working. You're a creative problem solver, always thinking ahead and spotting risks. With a business and experience focus, you uncover and prevent cyber threats to protect businesses from risks whilst delivering improved ways of working. You're a leader in the space of Cloud Security with a deep understanding of the project and solutions lifecycle, designing and estimating solutions that not just meet our clients, but far exceed their expectations. To supplement the technical knowledge, solution architect and project delivery experience, you come from a Consulting background with good customer facing skills, the ability to connect with customers and understand their requirements and produce high quality written work. You will have a passion for growing your own career and those around you. You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills. As an Architect, you are willing and able to travel extensively within the UK and Ireland, potentially across a number of different clients. About the role: The Cloud Security Architect role involves architecting and estimating security solutions and ensuring they are deliverable. Throughout the project lifecycle we expect you to be a present and trusted expert leading and guiding our teams and the delivery of the solutions you and the other members of the Security Pre-Sales have solutioned. You should be comfortable with project delivery from performing discovery, analysis, design, build, test and deployment of solutions. You should be a leader and trusted advisor to our clients, being a significant presence in any meeting, bringing the voice of Security Risk to our clients and our colleagues, helping them to identify and mitigate risk with innovative security solutions. You should be comfortable leading workshops and presenting to large audiences, demonstrating your thought leadership. You should be passionate about supporting and developing other members of the team, both junior and senior, helping them to know what you know, and learning from others that understand things that you may not. Your skills: You have a deep and validated understanding of Microsoft Security technologies. You will be expected to demonstrate experience and deep expertise across at least 4 of the areas below and to have fully working knowledge of all of the areas and how they interact: Azure Sentinel, Azure Security Centre, Cloud Networking Security including Zero Trust Security, Security Operations, Microsoft Defender for Identity, Microsoft Defender for Endpoints, Microsoft Cloud App Security, Active Directory, Azure Identity Management and Azure AD Premium and more. As a potential leader within our growing Security Consulting practice, you have demonstrable security understanding and solution architecture experience in these areas is required: Cloud Security Networking (NGFW, DDOS, Zero Trust), Hybrid Identity, MFA, Cloud Security, SIEM, Endpoint detection and response and more. Additionally, you can demonstrate knowledge, experience and hold at least 2 certifications in the following areas: CISSP CSSP CompTIA Security+ Microsoft Security Exams Please list any other security qualifications Benefits we offer: Opportunity to work for Microsoft's global alliance partner of the year (14 years in a row), with exceptional development and training (minimum 80 hours per year for training and paid certifications) Private Medical Cover, Income Protection Policy, Extended benefits, Bonus, generous pension and much more! Avanade University - real-time access to technical and skilled resources globally Dedicated career advisor to encourage your progression Engaged and helpful coworkers genuinely interested in you Reward and Recognition scheme About Avanade: Avanade leads in providing innovative digital services, business solutions and design-led experiences for its clients, delivered through the power of people and the Microsoft ecosystem. Our professionals combine technology, business and industry expertise to build and deploy solutions to realize results for clients and their customers. Avanade has 39,000 digitally connected people across 25 countries, bringing clients the best thinking through a collaborative culture that honors diversity and reflects the communities in which we operate. Majority owned by Accenture, Avanade was founded in 2000 by Accenture LLP and Microsoft Corporation. Learn more at Avanade® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, colour, age, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, veteran, military or marital status, genetic information or any other protected status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
GRC Consultant - Strategy & Governance, Financial Services Full time Permanent London Up to £80k basic + benefits Job Description The Team Our client is acknowledged by Forrester as a leader in providing cyber security consultancy. They are investing in building their Financial Services Cyber team to meet growing demand and provide a comprehensive range of services to many of the largest financial services companies. They help their clients protect, detect and respond to high end cyber threats; helping them understand the cyber threat landscape, make sensible decisions on investment priorities, and build the specialist capabilities they need to counter financial crime and other threats. They believe that cyber security is about helping their clients to harness business opportunities safely and securely. For them, cyber security isn't just a technical issue, it is one which engages the whole business and focusses on a holistic approach to understanding and mitigating the risk. The Financial Services Cyber team is an integral part of their rapidly growing UK Cyber practice. Their team works closely with the companies broader advisory practice to link cyber security to financial crime and risk management, operational resilience and IT transformation The Role You will be a Manager within the Financial Services Cyber team helping both grow our business and ensure our teams deliver high quality advice to clients. You should expect to be involved in a wide range of challenging engagements, ranging from major executive level cyber exercises and threat reviews, through optimisation of client security controls and cyber security programmes, to providing specialist support on issues such as cyber strategy, third party risk etc. Our clients are under increasing regulatory scrutiny, continually battling a rapidly changing cybercrime threat while harnessing the opportunities offered by digital services. As a Manager, we expect you to understand the business issues and to be able to translate complex cyber security issues into straightforward, credible, jargon free advice to our clients; and delivering the support they require. If you are able to help our clients seize the opportunity offered by the digital world, securely, then you are the type of person we are looking for. Responsibilities- Management and delivery of challenging, complex client engagements to ensure quality and value to our clients by: Understanding their business challenges and the threats they face Helping them navigate the increasingly complex cyber security regulatory environment Advising on cyber security governance, frameworks and operating models Helping them optimise their approach to cyber security controls and risk management Getting the balance right between protection, detection, reaction and response to cyber attack Linking cyber security to other consultancy offerings on risk management, resilience and IT transformation to provide holistic support to our clients Coaching and developing team members through sharing of experience and knowledge, as well as managing the performance and development of other team members Upholding company values by acting with integrity Building and managing multiple client relationships Project managing engagements to deliver high quality work in a timely manner to include: scoping/financial management (budgeting)/engagement and risk management/production and review of deliverables. Input into identifying and progressing business development opportunities, as well as supporting sales activities such as proposal development and client presentations. Contributing to practice management, eg knowledge sharing, training, proposition development, and knowledge management. Experience- We expect that you will have: Proven track record in cyber security environment within professional services or an in-house information security function, preferably in Financial Services. Track record within the financial services showing understanding of the business, threat and regulatory issues faced by clients. Proven experience of delivering one or more of the following areas: strategy, transformation, governance, cyber resilience, identity and access management. Proven experience of successfully managing complex cyber security services in a commercial environment, ensuring the delivery of high quality work on time and to budget. Proven ability to lead work at sustained levels of high intensity, and inspire drive and resilience in others. Proven ability to analyse problems, identify core issues and recommend appropriate solutions Proven ability in taking appropriate action after monitoring/reviewing the progress and performance of others. Understanding of a wide range of information security and IT methodologies, principles, technologies and techniques. Excellent communication skills (both written and oral), negotiation and project management skills Ability to develop excellent relationships both internally and with clients at a senior level. A genuine interest and desire to work in the cyber security field. Knowledge of a broad range of cyber security topics eg governance, identity and access management, supply chain risks, security operations, incident management etc. A good understanding of technology platforms. Qualifications- Degree level qualified preferred Recognised cyber security qualifications (eg CISSP, CISM, M.Inst ISP, etc.) Additional Information The role can be based in anyone of our major offices in the UK (Manchester, London, Leeds, Edinburgh or Glasgow) and will include travel; candidates must have a willingness to travel frequently, both domestically and internationally on occasions, with the potential to be away from home for set periods of time.
Mar 22, 2021
Full time
GRC Consultant - Strategy & Governance, Financial Services Full time Permanent London Up to £80k basic + benefits Job Description The Team Our client is acknowledged by Forrester as a leader in providing cyber security consultancy. They are investing in building their Financial Services Cyber team to meet growing demand and provide a comprehensive range of services to many of the largest financial services companies. They help their clients protect, detect and respond to high end cyber threats; helping them understand the cyber threat landscape, make sensible decisions on investment priorities, and build the specialist capabilities they need to counter financial crime and other threats. They believe that cyber security is about helping their clients to harness business opportunities safely and securely. For them, cyber security isn't just a technical issue, it is one which engages the whole business and focusses on a holistic approach to understanding and mitigating the risk. The Financial Services Cyber team is an integral part of their rapidly growing UK Cyber practice. Their team works closely with the companies broader advisory practice to link cyber security to financial crime and risk management, operational resilience and IT transformation The Role You will be a Manager within the Financial Services Cyber team helping both grow our business and ensure our teams deliver high quality advice to clients. You should expect to be involved in a wide range of challenging engagements, ranging from major executive level cyber exercises and threat reviews, through optimisation of client security controls and cyber security programmes, to providing specialist support on issues such as cyber strategy, third party risk etc. Our clients are under increasing regulatory scrutiny, continually battling a rapidly changing cybercrime threat while harnessing the opportunities offered by digital services. As a Manager, we expect you to understand the business issues and to be able to translate complex cyber security issues into straightforward, credible, jargon free advice to our clients; and delivering the support they require. If you are able to help our clients seize the opportunity offered by the digital world, securely, then you are the type of person we are looking for. Responsibilities- Management and delivery of challenging, complex client engagements to ensure quality and value to our clients by: Understanding their business challenges and the threats they face Helping them navigate the increasingly complex cyber security regulatory environment Advising on cyber security governance, frameworks and operating models Helping them optimise their approach to cyber security controls and risk management Getting the balance right between protection, detection, reaction and response to cyber attack Linking cyber security to other consultancy offerings on risk management, resilience and IT transformation to provide holistic support to our clients Coaching and developing team members through sharing of experience and knowledge, as well as managing the performance and development of other team members Upholding company values by acting with integrity Building and managing multiple client relationships Project managing engagements to deliver high quality work in a timely manner to include: scoping/financial management (budgeting)/engagement and risk management/production and review of deliverables. Input into identifying and progressing business development opportunities, as well as supporting sales activities such as proposal development and client presentations. Contributing to practice management, eg knowledge sharing, training, proposition development, and knowledge management. Experience- We expect that you will have: Proven track record in cyber security environment within professional services or an in-house information security function, preferably in Financial Services. Track record within the financial services showing understanding of the business, threat and regulatory issues faced by clients. Proven experience of delivering one or more of the following areas: strategy, transformation, governance, cyber resilience, identity and access management. Proven experience of successfully managing complex cyber security services in a commercial environment, ensuring the delivery of high quality work on time and to budget. Proven ability to lead work at sustained levels of high intensity, and inspire drive and resilience in others. Proven ability to analyse problems, identify core issues and recommend appropriate solutions Proven ability in taking appropriate action after monitoring/reviewing the progress and performance of others. Understanding of a wide range of information security and IT methodologies, principles, technologies and techniques. Excellent communication skills (both written and oral), negotiation and project management skills Ability to develop excellent relationships both internally and with clients at a senior level. A genuine interest and desire to work in the cyber security field. Knowledge of a broad range of cyber security topics eg governance, identity and access management, supply chain risks, security operations, incident management etc. A good understanding of technology platforms. Qualifications- Degree level qualified preferred Recognised cyber security qualifications (eg CISSP, CISM, M.Inst ISP, etc.) Additional Information The role can be based in anyone of our major offices in the UK (Manchester, London, Leeds, Edinburgh or Glasgow) and will include travel; candidates must have a willingness to travel frequently, both domestically and internationally on occasions, with the potential to be away from home for set periods of time.
