Cyber Risk Consultant (Fintech)

TL;DR

Cyber Risk Consultant (Cybersecurity): Providing second-line oversight of cyber security controls and risk management for a major financial services firm with an accent on independent evaluation and red team activity management. Focus on assessing control effectiveness, managing cyber threat intelligence, and overseeing the security implications of AI integration.

Location: Stirling or Edinburgh, UK. Flexible working arrangements considered.

Company

A heritage asset management and insurance firm providing long-term investment and savings solutions.

What you will do

• Provide independent assessments of first-line security controls and deliver a second-line view of cyber security events.
• Oversee cyber security programs, projects, and the specific security implications of using AI.
• Manage the planning, engagement, and delivery of Red Team Cyber testing with third-party specialists.
• Advise on the design and development of risk appetite statements and metrics for technology and digital risks.
• Provide guidance on regulatory compliance and support Risk & Control Self Assessments.
• Line manage a Risk professional within the Technology Risk team.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in financial services or consulting within a cyber security or technology risk function.
• Broad knowledge of risk management principles, security engineering, threat intelligence, and incident response.
• Experience leading cyber risk reviews and delivering clear gap analysis against industry best practices.
• Strong understanding of enterprise security products and Microsoft Azure.
• Must be based in the UK (Stirling or Edinburgh) to align with office locations.
• Degree in Engineering, IT, or Computer Science; certifications such as CISSP, CISA, or CISM are preferred.

Nice to have

• Previous experience in security operations or incident response organizations.
• Knowledge of threat modeling techniques and experience developing threat models.
• Experience working in diverse, multi-cultural environments with international consultancy exposure.

Culture & Benefits

• Generous pension scheme with up to 18% total contribution.
• 38 days of annual leave including bank holidays, with an option to purchase 5 additional days.
• Private Healthcare, Critical Illness cover, and Life Assurance.
• Comprehensive "Inspiring Families" policy covering maternity, adoption, surrogacy, and paternity leave.
• Access to Share Save and Share Incentive Plan.