Head of Cyber Resilience Consultancy

Location: Home Based, with frequent travel to London

Closing date for applications: 16th August 2024

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for Cyber Resilience and emerging technology such as Artificial Intelligence (AI)? Do you have experience in driving growth and delivering exceptional consultancy services? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join Zurich Resilience Solutions as the Country Head of Cyber Resilience.

About Zurich Resilience Solutions:

Zurich Resilience Solutions was created to provide organisations with the most in-depth expertise, data and insight to manage their risks. We work collaboratively with customers, brokers and our carefully selected network of 3rd parties. We provide data, tools and insight for our customers to make informed decisions to reduce their total cost of risk.

The opportunity:

The role will be part of our global Zurich Resilience Solutions (ZRS) advisory unit and will work closely with the Global Cyber Head, Cyber Underwriting teams on global, regional, and local levels, as well as brokers and customers. You will play a pivotal role in continuing our journey towards offering cyber resilience risk solutions to organisations and developing Zurich Resilience Solutions as a trusted brand in this space. This is a unique opportunity to lead and shape the future of our Cyber Resilience risk solutions consultancy.

Many of our employees work flexibly in a variety of different ways, including part-time, flexible hours, job share, an element of working from home or compressed hours. This is because we want the best people for our roles, and we recognise that sometimes those people aren't available full-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may need.

What will you be doing?

Sales and Business Development

• Develop and promote the Zurich Resilience Solutions (ZRS) Cyber Services proposition (primary focus area).
• Active support and promote ZRS propositions in other consultancy domains where this is feasible and (cross) selling opportunities are identified (secondary focus area).
• Represent and promote Zurich Resilience Solutions (ZRS) at events where Cybersecurity is on the agenda.
• Drive internal Cyber Security related projects to contribute to the ongoing digital transformation and continuous improvement of our internal methodologies and tools.
• Support business development activities such as writing and presenting proposals.
• Build strong client relationship by listening and establishing credibility and trust.
• Lead the local ZRS Cyber team.

Operational

• Design and assist our clients in achieving the adequate level of information security maturity.
• Offer guidance and support to our customers to carry out cyber risk management as well as advising them on risk mitigation and cyber strategy development.
• Organize and orchestrate services delivery projects to customers which include work done by ZRS staff members and/or selected vendor partners.
• Provide technical advice to our cyber underwriters and other stakeholders inside and outside the business as a subject matter expert on cyber risk management.
• Conduct cyber risk assessments of the client's environment to better understand the cyber exposures, cyber risks, and loss potential.
• Deliver Information Security Governance consultancy for clients across multiple industries.
• Ability to act as a Virtual CISO for our customers or support the CISO in place in the day-to-day operations would be helpful but not required.

What are we looking for?

• Degree in Cybersecurity and proven extensive experience.
• Relevant experience in the audit and assessment of cyber risks.
• Relevant experience in strategic consulting, in a security team and/or as CISO.
• Strong knowledge in Cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity assessment frameworks such as the NIST, ISO 27001, COBIT or CIS and regulatory frameworks such as NIS2 or DORA.
• Knowledge, insight, and understanding of cybersecurity concepts, tools, and processes that are needed for making sound decisions in the context of the company's business.
• Experience in the definition of Information Security standards, processes, and procedures.
• Experience in the lead and delivery of information security governance services either as a consultant or in a corporate cybersecurity team.
• Proven experience in leading a team of cybersecurity consultants.
• Able to build reliable relationships with our customers and to build and maintain a network of professional contacts. Presales and sales experience preferred.
• Effective communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Hands-on mentality.
• Curiosity, innovation, and motivation.
• Proficiency in English.
• Experience with data protection laws such as GDPR.
• Experience in cyber insurance helpful but not required.
• CISSP and/or CISM certifications preferred but not required.

As an inclusive employer we want to ensure that all candidates feel comfortable and are able to perform at their best during the interview. You'll have the opportunity to let us know of any reasonable adjustment or practical support needed when you apply.

Who we are:

At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world and the best global insurer. Together we're creating a brighter future for our customers, our people and our planet.

With over 55,000 employees in more than 170 countries, you'll feel the support of being part of a strong and stable company who are a long-standing player in the insurance industry.

We've made a promise to each other and every employee; to focus on sustainable impact, to care about each other's wellbeing, to use our diverse expertise to be curious and optimistic and to develop the skills needed for our future.

If you're interested in working in a dynamic and challenging environment for a company that recognises and rewards your creativity, initiatives and contributions - then Zurich could be just the place for you. Be part of something great.

Our Culture:

At Zurich, our sense of community is strong and we're particularly passionate about diversity and inclusion, which we've won numerous awards for. We want our people to bring the whole of themselves to work and ensure everybody is made to feel welcome, regardless of their background, beliefs or culture. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our customers, and so are committed to treating all of our applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability or any other protected characteristic.

We've an environment that places a real importance on our people's wellbeing from a physical, mental, social and financial perspective. We work with our wellbeing partners and industry experts to provide the best advice and access to a wealth of lifestyle support. We're also committed to continuous improvement and we offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities.

We're passionate about supporting employees to help others by getting involved in volunteering, charitable and community activity. Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, is one of the longest-established corporate trusts in the UK. In that time, we've awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.

So make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported, Love what you do. Work for us.