Head of Information Security — Cloud Security & Risk Leader

TradingHub Group; City of London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in London is seeking a Head of Information Security to lead their cybersecurity strategy and manage risk across the organization. The successful candidate will oversee security practices and audits, manage tools to detect vulnerabilities, and enhance the firm's security posture. A strong background in technical security and risk management is essential for this position.

Benefits

Annual discretionary performance bonus

Hybrid working policy

Office lunches twice a week

Private medical insurance + dental cover

Extended parental leave

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Enhanced company pension plan

5 days study leave towards professional qualifications

Death in service coverage

Qualifications

• Significant industry experience in a technical security role.
• Proven ability to identify and articulate information security requirements.
• Excellent knowledge of InfoSec, risk management, and governance.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the firm’s Information Security function.
• Lead the development of information security practices across all teams.
• Monitor SIEM and maintain useful reports and alerts.

Skills

Technical security experience

Customer relations

Risk-based approach

Programming/scripting

Information security knowledge

Job description

A leading financial services firm in London is seeking a Head of Information Security to lead their cybersecurity strategy and manage risk across the organization. The successful candidate will oversee security practices and audits, manage tools to detect vulnerabilities, and enhance the firm's security posture. A strong background in technical security and risk management is essential for this position.