Information Security Officer - West Midlands (Region), United Kingdom - Akkodis

Akkodis

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West Midlands (Region), United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Job Title:
Information Security Officer

Location:
West Midlands

Duration:
Permanent

Salary:
£65,000- £80,000
My client is looking for
Information Security Officer to join their business on a permanent basis. You will establish and maintain the organisation's Information Security capability.

Working closely with the Global CISO, the role will supportthe creation, development and implementation of the Information Security strategy and operations.

The Information Security Officer will play a crucial role in servicing client requirements relating to information security (including Military, Defence and Critical National Infrastructure) whilst working with stakeholders to assess information securityrisks.

The ISO will work proactively to reduce incidents and champion adherence to agreed processes, policies, and procedures.

Primary Responsibilities:

Managing, maintaining and continually improving each organisation's information security management systems and recommendations for improvement.
Development and championing all Information Security Policies, Procedures and relevant standards, and produce supporting documentation and training material.
Working with third parties and establishing monitoring processes for performance.
Orchestrating regular Information and Cyber Security assurance tests, audits and risk assessments, and working with stakeholder to report and rectify findings.
Monitoring the vulnerability and threat landscape and continually assessing risks to both organisations.
Proactively identify information security deficiencies or opportunities for improvement and facilitating development of pragmatic solutions
Providing an escalation path for information security issues, incidents and enquiries
Managing relationships with 3rd party Information Security Service Providers
Managing the security training, induction and awareness program for staff and volunteers across the organisation
Providing advisory and consulting support to help the organisation improve its security posture and adhere to security policies, expected controls & regulatory requirements

Professional Experience:

Indepth knowledge of ISO2700
Knowledge of vulnerability management
Knowledge of Identity and Access management
Strong technical experience across Endpoint, Firewalls, SIEM tools, vulnerability scanners, network devices and IAM systems
A recognised IS qualification (e.g. CISA, CISM, CISSP, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor)

Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers.