Senior Information Security Consultant

7 days ago


Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom Allianz UK Full time

Who we are


Allianz is a global insurance company serving across 70 different countries, but from the very first day you join our team you'll know that your contributions are valued.

We offer world class learning and career development opportunities, while we celebrate an inclusive culture.

Role Description


We are looking for talented, ambitious, and passionate Information Security professionals to join us on our journey to build a 'Best in Industry' team which sets the gold standard within the Allianz Group.


As a Senior Information Security Consultant, you'll play a key part in small change initiatives to large business transformation projects, risk assessments, as well as keeping our data safe and secure through the delivery of the Allianz Security Framework.


You will also have access to our training and development opportunities, including exposure to the Allianz Group frameworks, expertise, opportunities and security champion network.


This role would suit someone within Information Security who is able to work independently within a transformation environment and demonstrate flexibility by switching between security domains as required whilst ensuring the Allianz Security frameworks and policies are implemented in a secure but pragmatic manner.


Key Responsibilities
Reporting into the Information Security Consultancy Principal, based in either Guildford or Bournemouth (travel between the two will be required) this role will:

  • Collaborate with project and change personnel to complete threat and risk assessments for change activities, and embed appropriate information security controls within project requirements across Cloud and on-premise environments
  • Provide advice and recommendations on requirements, solution designs, test plans and other change artefacts to ensure that they comply with Allianz security policies and standards, to project teams across Cloud and onpremise environments
  • Ensure residual risks are identified, documented and managed through the information security risk management framework
  • Educate all project and change personnel on information security requirements
  • Work collaboratively with team members to identify any areas for continual improvement and development
  • Support the business in the safe and secure delivery of its objectives

Skills and Experience

  • Managing of multiple projects across different business areas
  • Selfdriven and capable to work with mínimal to no supervision on large and complex projects
  • Proven experience in conducting security risk and threat assessments, defining options for mitigation, and assessing compliance with control requirements
  • Demonstratable experience of reviewing technical architecture and design documentation, as well as designing security requirements and controls
  • Strong technical knowledge of IT systems across traditional onpremise infrastructure, cloud platforms (Azure and AWS), and SaaS
  • Ability to build and main relationships and influence key stakeholders, by acting as the interface between Information Security and the Business
  • Able to translate Information Security and IT risk language into business language, with excellent communication skills
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and decisionmaking skills
  • Good teamwork and time management skills
  • Good understanding of third party supply chain risk management

What We Will Offer You
Recognised and rewarded for a job well done, we have a range of flexible benefits for you to choose from
- so you can pick a package that's perfect for you.


We also offer flexible working options, global career opportunities across the wider Allianz Group, and fantastic career development and training.

That's on top of enjoying all the benefits you'd expect from the world's number one insurance brand, including:

  • Competitive annual salary
  • Up to £70,000
  • Flexible buy/sell holiday options
  • Hybrid working
  • Annual performance related bonus
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Development days
  • A discount up to 50% on a range of insurance products including car, home and pet
  • Retail Discounts.

Our Ways of Working
Here at Allianz, we are signatories of the ABIs flexible working charter.

We believe in supporting hybrid work patterns, which balance the needs of our customers, with your personal circumstances and our business requirements.

Our aim with this is to help innovation, creativity, and you to thrive - Your work life balance is important to us.


Our Purpose and Values

We secure your future

Be Brave | With Heart | Everyone Counts | Inspiring Trust


Our purpose and values are more than just words on a website - they are the why and how of Allianz.

They influence everything we do and guide us how to do it.


Created by our people, for our people, they shape our culture, bring us together, and inspire us to be the best.

Building on inclusive culture for us all to succeed.

Diversity & Inclusion
At Allianz, we value

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