Information Security Officer

Information Security Officer

London (Hybrid) Permanent, Full-time

Salary - £60,000 - £70,000 p/a + Benefits

About the Role

A leading digital bank is seeking a talented and ambitious Information Security Officer to join its growing Cybersecurity Department.

This is a key role acting as the bridge between the bank's London operations and the Group's Cyber and Information Security team. You will play a pivotal part in ensuring that cybersecurity controls are effectively implemented, risks are well-managed, and the bank's information assets remain secure.

The ideal candidate will combine strong technical understanding with strategic insight - ensuring the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of critical information while supporting the business in achieving its goals securely.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Group Cyber and Information Security requirements.
• Act as the first point of contact for all cybersecurity-related requests in the London office.
• Perform compliance reviews and oversee remediation of cybersecurity weaknesses.
• Coordinate security testing, incident management, and reporting of key cybersecurity metrics (KPIs/KCIs).
• Review and assess cybersecurity-related requests and infrastructure changes (e.g., access management, system interconnections, change control).
• Support post-incident analysis and help implement preventative measures.
• Partner with IT and cybersecurity teams to maintain secure network, systems, and application configurations.
• Oversee the delivery of security awareness training to staff.
• Participate in internal and external audits related to information security.
• Promote a strong culture of cybersecurity awareness across the organization.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards and frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST).
• Stay informed on emerging threats, technologies, and regulatory changes.

What You will need to have:

• Proven experience in information security, cybersecurity governance, or risk management.
• Experience of working within a banking institution.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• A proactive, results-driven mindset with strong planning and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Familiarity with financial services or regulated environments is advantageous.

What we can offer you?

• Opportunity to play a key role in shaping cybersecurity practices at a forward-thinking digital bank.
• Collaborative, international environment with exposure to group-level cybersecurity initiatives.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid working model promoting flexibility and work-life balance.
• Performance bonuses
• Pension contribution
• Private Medical Insurance
• Health cash back plan (dentist, opticians, therapies etc)
• Life Assurance: 4 x salary
• Season Ticket Loan
• Working abroad policy

Ready to take the next step in your cybersecurity career?

Apply now and become a key player in strengthening the security posture of a growing digital bank.