Audit-Ready Security Controls Specialist

London Stock Exchange Group; City of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial markets infrastructure provider is seeking a Cyber Security Controls Specialist in London. This role involves ensuring effective security controls, conducting audits, and collaborating with teams to manage risk. Ideal candidates will have strong audit experience, technical security expertise, and the ability to communicate effectively with non-technical stakeholders. The company values integrity and excellence and offers a range of tailored benefits and support.

Benefits

Healthcare

Retirement planning

Paid volunteering days

Wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Proven experience in technical audit roles assessing controls in regulated organisations.
• Solid understanding of security technologies and risk management principles.
• Experience with GRC tooling platforms to capture and handle issues.

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal control assessments to validate control effectiveness.
• Lead team responses to audits, providing accurate evidence.
• Translate complex security concepts into understandable language for stakeholders.

Skills

Audit & Controls Experience

Technical Cyber Security Expertise

Communication Skills

Risk Management

Education

Certifications like CISSP, CISA, CRISC or similar

Job description

A leading financial markets infrastructure provider is seeking a Cyber Security Controls Specialist in London. This role involves ensuring effective security controls, conducting audits, and collaborating with teams to manage risk. Ideal candidates will have strong audit experience, technical security expertise, and the ability to communicate effectively with non-technical stakeholders. The company values integrity and excellence and offers a range of tailored benefits and support.