Risk Management Jobs

Information Security and Data Risk Officer

Birmingham

£50,000 - £60,000

Financial Services firm, located in Birmingham, are looking to hire an Information Security and Data Risk Officer to join an established Operational Risk Division. Reporting to the Operational Risk Manager and part of the firms 2nd line of defence, the role will provide critical oversight of the firms Information Security, Cyber Security and Data Protection activities. In addition, the role holder will be responsible for maintaining the Information Risk Framework. Key responsibilities include: Enhance the awareness, identification, management, reporting and mitigation of Information risk within the firm. Liaise with Information Security and Data Protection teams to ensure risks are accurately articulated and appropriate business and IT approval is sought where risks are being accepted or exceptions are being granted. Ensure material risks are identified and mitigated in line with internal controls systems and policy compliance. Work in conjunction with the Data Protection Officer and the Information Security Manager to provide assurance that the firm is fulfilling its obligations for holding and processing information. Contribute to the articulation and analysis of operational risk scenarios. Design and deliver Information Risk training to the business, when appropriate. Deliver one-off activities and projects to the outcomes and standards agreed with line manager. Represent Information Risk at key management committee meetings, steering groups and Business leadership meetings. The ideal Candidate: Preferably an SME in Information Risk & Controls, ideally from a financial services background. We welcome applicants from areas outside of financial services who have experience of designing, implementing and embedding a safe and secure environment. Diverse background across information security, data governance, and data quality. Ideally prior information security assurance, risk and controls, information risk and information risk governance. Technical knowledge and practical experience with FCA, PRA and ICO requirements and standards, including GDPR Experience of establishing data identification, classification, ownership and security standards Proven in challenging senior stakeholders and demonstrating ability to negotiate and persuade where necessary. IT literate with good knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, particularly Excel and Word Have a relevant qualification such as CISSP, CISM or CISA. These qualifications are preferable but not essential. Please note, should feedback not be received within 28 days due to the large volume of applications, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. However, we may be in touch with similar relevant opportunities.

Business Continuity Manager

York

£60,000 + Benefits

Business Continuity Manager Our client is a well-known Financial Services company who are currently looking to recruit a Business Continuity. You will be responsible for Implementing and maintaining the Business Continuity Management framework, ensuring that the appropriate tools are in place and that all participants are aware of their obligations relating to Business Continuity Management. Key responsibilities include: Ensuring comprehensive Business Continuity Plans, Process and Procedures are in place, based on the requirements of the Business Continuity Framework and Policy and considering regulatory and contractual requirements Facilitating an annual refresh of the Business Impact Analysis (BIA) across the business and analysing this information to ensure that recovery plans are adequate Liaising with the IT teams to ensure Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity plans take account of Information security requirements Coordinate the business’ Corporate Business Continuity and DR testing Lead the business’ engagement and participation in the infrastructure provider’s annual business crisis scenario testing Implement, embed and maintain crisis management processes, including communications cascades Develop and implement the controls and processes necessary to support the monitoring and analysis of supplier performance The Person: A proactive approach with the ability to generate new ideas Ability to manage workload with competing priorities and frequent interruptions that require urgent attention Ability to analyse the root causes of issues, quickly understand, interpret and clearly explain complex matters Qualifications/Key Skills: Degree in relevant discipline Industry certification and experience (CBCP certification or similar desirable, ISO 22301, etc.) Business Continuity coverage experience in a Financial Services, Technology or Service Provider industry Solid foundation in Operational Risk Management with exposure to Operational Assurance, Business Continuity and Supplier Management General awareness of Business Continuity and Supplier Management standards Developed interpersonal and collaborative skills with the ability to communicate risk focused Business Continuity and Supplier Management related concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences Excellent interpersonal skills to deal with challenging situations and relationships with key stakeholders Please note, should you not receive feedback 28 days, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. However, we may be in touch with similar relevant opportunities.