Information Security Consultant

1 week ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Wanstor Full time

Information Security Consultant

Department: Security Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Hybrid Reporting To: Chris Connolly Description Summary We are pleased to be advertising an exciting opportunity for a Information Security / Data Protection professional. This role will act as a focal point for security governance, risk & compliance activities within Wanstor, and undertake GRC consultancy for our customers. The successful candidate will be resourceful, self-motivated individual who is comfortable getting things done. They will have the opportunity to both shape and deliver projects and solutions. You will be expected to apply information security and data protection best practices with pragmatism, common sense and an eye on risk management. Taking responsibility for planning and carrying out security control reviews, producing reports and proposing recommendations to provide assurance to stakeholders. Actively engaging to help and guide organisational change for customers and Wanstor through stakeholder engagement. Deliver new policies and procedure documents to align with existing and new business, legal and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities Overview
  • Customer GRC consultancy project work including ISO27001 and data protection
  • Internal process, policy, controls and technical documentation
  • Internal audit and compliance activity
Detailed Responsibilities
  • Maintain ISO certifications for Wanstor through assisting with ISMS (Information Security Management Systems) or BCMS (Business Continuity Management Systems) processes, meetings, policies and procedures maintenance.
  • Understand Business Continuity Plans to support areas of the business to complete Business impact assessments and act on the outputs.
  • Ongoing development and maintenance of the ISMS/BCMS to ensure they continue to meet business and performance requirements.
  • Maintain data protection compliance by assisting departments with DPIAs, SARs, updating policies, procedures and providing support for new information systems.
  • Support all areas of the business completing supplier information security risk assessments.
  • Respond to changes in legal and regulatory changes affecting the business or customers and review policies to ensure changes and training are completed where necessary
  • Manage information security awareness and training for all employees
  • Engage with stakeholders on areas for information security improvement within the business.
  • Perform gap analyses, providing strategic and tactical recommendations for security maturity and resilience
  • Assist clients in implementing Information Security Management Systems and achieving/maintaining security certifications
  • Advising clients on security and cyber risk, governance, and maturity, considering the broader business landscape and associated threats.
  • Explaining to risk owners and other stakeholders the causes, likelihood and potential impacts of information risks throughout the information system lifecycle;
  • Assist with the maintenance and communication of information security and data protection policies, standards, procedures, and guidelines.
  • Coordinate independent audit activities, including internal audits, external audits and facilitating responses to audit evidence requests and subsequent audit actions.
KPIs
  • Support maintaining ISO27001 Certification for Wanstor
  • Timely completion of compliance/certification reporting
  • Consistent and regular ISWG, ISMG & internal actions to meet compliance requirements
  • Successful delivery of client projects/consultancy to statement of work (SoW) requirements
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
  • The successful candidate will demonstrate competency in information security by having either the relevant work experience, completed a degree or obtained industry relevant certifications (e.g. ISO LA, ISO LI, CISM, CISA, CRISC)
  • Experience in or understanding of industry standards and frameworks, such as ISO 27001, ISO22301, Cyber Essentials and IASME Assurance/Governance
  • Broad knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws (e.g. DPA, GDPR)
  • Experience and knowledge of IT systems, networking principles and associated technology-based security controls
  • Knowledge and experience of logical access control management and administration.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills and ability to influence at all levels of an organisation
  • Practical knowledge of information security risks, controls and frameworks (e.g. ISO27001, Cyber Essentials, COBIT,).
  • Experience in facilitating and supporting internal and/or external audit activities.
  • Passion for information security, with a proactive attitude toward maintaining up-to-date knowledge.
  • High level of personal and professional integrity.
  • Problem Solving: Getting to the root cause of problems and coming up with practical, commercial solutions.
  • Business & Customer Focus: Works consistently in the best interests of customers and the business.
  • Relationship Building: Building positive relationships with colleagues and customers through respect, listening and teamwork
  • Developing and delivering our information security services and consultancy across a wide range of clients.
  • Willing to learn and take on new responsibilities
Benefits Wanstor is a sociable organisation and want to make sure everyone feels part of the team. Below are some of the perks we offer you:
  • 24 days annual leave, rising by 1 day each year to a maximum of 28 days + Bank Holidays
  • We have regular lunch and learns from staff and external speakers
  • We offer everyone 5 days a year to learn something new
  • We provide 2 days to volunteer
  • We are a friendly team and have several team events throughout the year organised by our social team
  • We have a lovely office based in Borough, hosting a great coffee machine and a rooftop terrace
  • Vitality health, to make sure you are at your best
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