Senior Information Security Officer
Job Description
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Team - Information SecurityWorking Pattern - Hybrid - 2 days per week in the Vitality Bournemouth Office. Full time, 35 hours per week.
We are happy to discuss flexible working! Top 3 skills needed for this role: Information Security Governance & Risk LeadershipRegulatory & Framework Expertise (ISO27001, GDPR, NIST)Stakeholder Communication & Security Culture InfluenceWhat this role is all about: As our Senior Information Security Officer, you'll drive a business-wide security agenda, shaping how we identify, assess and manage risk while keeping pace with evolving threats and regulations. Working closely with the CISO, you'll turn strategy into action, lead our Security Governance team, and ensure our security posture not only protects but enables the business to thrive.
Key ActionsLead the continuous improvement of Vitality's ISO27001 framework and Information Security Management System (ISMS), ensuring ongoing complianceDeliver key security initiatives that bring the Information Security Strategy to life and drive measurable impactOwn and mature Information Risk management in alignment with the Enterprise Risk FrameworkAct as a trusted advisor on regulatory requirements and best-practice frameworks (ISO27001, GDPR, NIST, ITIL), protecting the confidentiality, integrity and availability of systemsLead security governance forums and manage the Information Security Governance team, including the Information Risk functionEmbed security across projects and development lifecycles, ensuring risks are identified, assessed (including DPIAs), and effectively mitigatedOversee supplier and third-party security risk, working closely with Cyber Security Operations to protect Vitality's wider ecosystemDrive a strong security culture by maintaining policies, delivering compliance reviews, and rolling out engaging awareness and training programmesWhat do you need to thrive?
Minimum 5 years' experience working in an Information Security EnvironmentProven experience in assessing and managing supplier and third-party security riskStrong communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into clear, business-friendly messaging and produce high-quality documentation (policies, standards, project artefacts)Demonstrated experience working across projects and development lifecycles (SDLC), including Agile environmentsHands-on experience implementing and maintaining ISO27001 and broader security governance frameworks (e.g. ISO27001/2, NIST, PCI DSS)Solid understanding of data protection and regulatory requirements (e.g. FCA, ICO, PRA, GDPR) and how to apply them in practiceAbility to balance risk, compliance and business objectives in a fast-paced, evolving environmentSo, what's in it for you?
Bonus Schemes - A bonus that regularly rewards you for your performanceA pension of up to 12%- We will match your contributions up to 6% of your salaryOur award-winning Vitality health insurance - With its own set of rewards and benefitsLife Assurance - Four times annual salaryThese are just some of the many perks that we offer! To view the extensive range of benefits we offer, please visit our careers page. Fantastic Benefits. Exciting rewards. Great career opportunities!
If you are successful in your application and join us at Vitality, this is our promise to you, w e will: Help you to be the healthiest you've ever beenCreate an environment that embraces you as you are and enables you to be your best selfGive you flexibility on how, where and when you workHelp you advance your career by playing you to your strengthsGive you a voice to help our business grow and make Vitality a great place to beGive you the space to try, fail and learnProvide a healthy balance of challenge and supportRecognise and reward you with a competitive salary and amazing benefitsBe there for you when you need usProvide opportunities for you to be a force for good in societyWe commit to all these things because we want you to feel that you belong, and are supported to be happy and healthy.