Cyber Security Officer (Fintech)

TL;DR

Cyber Security Officer (Fintech): Monitors, identifies, responds to, and resolves security incidents, contributing to the continuous improvement of the business's security posture with an accent on maintaining compliance with ISO27001. Focus on internal auditing, vulnerability assessments, and providing operational support to managed services teams.

Location: Sheffield/ London – hybrid, 2 office days per week.

Salary: £75,000-£80,000 (DOE) per annum

Company

hirify.global works with more than 1,500 banks, building societies, and specialized finance providers across more than 80 countries worldwide, helping them develop and deliver their digital transformation strategies.

What you will do

• Proactively monitor for, identify, respond to, and resolve security incidents.
• Conduct internal technical and compliance audits to ensure processes are followed and controls are effective.
• Work with team leaders to continuously improve the security posture of the business.
• Work with projects and stakeholders to advocate and implement security practices.
• Mentor junior analysts and provide guidance on security best practices.

Requirements

• Experienced working in and securing cloud environments (AWS preferred).
• Experience as a Cyber Security Officer or similar role within a large organization.
• Working knowledge of common vulnerability assessment tools and techniques.
• Good working knowledge of networking technologies, principles, and concepts.
• Good working knowledge of various technologies and operating systems and hardening configurations (Windows Server, Linux, Solaris, etc.).
• Good knowledge of cloud security best practices and methodologies for security assessments.

Nice to have

• Comptia Security + or equivalent professional certification.
• ISC2 CISSP certification.
• Experience with Rapid 7 InsightVM and InsightIDR.
• Experience securing enterprise databases.
• Knowledge of UK financial sector regulation and/or bank and building society IT operations.

Culture & Benefits

• Committed to fighting against all forms of discrimination.
• Fostering a work environment that is inclusive and respectful of all differences.
• All positions are open to people with disabilities.
• Pension & excellent benefits package