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Information Security and Continuity Specialist

2 months ago

Coventry, Coventry, United Kingdom Mpac Group Full time
Job Summary

The Mpac Group is seeking a highly skilled Information Security and Continuity Officer to safeguard its information assets and ensure the continuous, secure operation of its critical IT services.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement the organisation's information security strategy, policies, and procedures.
  • Ensure the security and integrity of all IT systems and data, including protection against cyberattacks, data breaches, and unauthorised access.
  • Conduct regular security audits, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing to identify and address potential security risks.
  • Monitor the organisation's IT infrastructure for security breaches and respond promptly to any incidents.
  • Implement and manage cybersecurity tools and technologies, such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDPS), and antivirus software.
  • Lead incident response efforts, including investigation, containment, eradication, and recovery, and provide detailed reports to senior management.
  • Oversee the monitoring of IT services and infrastructure to ensure they are performing optimally and securely.
  • Implement and manage service monitoring tools to provide real-time alerts and reporting on system performance and security events.
  • Collaborate with IT support teams to proactively address performance issues and ensure the resilience of IT services.
  • Design and manage the organisation's data backup strategy, ensuring all critical data is regularly backed up and securely stored.
  • Conduct regular tests of data recovery processes to ensure the organisation can quickly recover from data loss incidents.
  • Implement and manage disaster recovery plans to ensure minimal disruption to business operations during a major IT incident.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain the organisation's business continuity plans (BCP) to ensure the continuous operation of critical IT services during disruptions.
  • Collaborate with various departments to identify key business processes and systems that require continuity planning.
  • Conduct regular BCP drills and exercises to ensure the organisation is prepared to respond effectively to disruptions.
  • Ensure the organisation complies with relevant information security regulations, standards, and best practices (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001).
  • Conduct risk assessments to identify potential threats to the organisation's IT systems and data, and implement mitigation strategies.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the latest security threats, trends, and regulatory changes, and ensure the organisation's security practices evolve accordingly.
  • Collaborate with other IT and business leaders to integrate security practices into all aspects of the organisation's operations.
  • Develop and deliver security awareness training programs to employees at all levels of the organisation.
  • Provide regular reports to the Group IT Director and senior management on the status of the organisation's information security and business continuity efforts.
  • Communicate security risks, incidents, and mitigation strategies to stakeholders across the organisation.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for external security audits and assessments.
Qualifications and Skills

Education: degree in Information Security, Computer Science or equivalent

Experience: At least 6+ years of experience in information security, cybersecurity, or a related field

Certifications: Relevant certifications such as CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), CISM (Certified Information Security Manager), ISO 27001 Lead Implementer, or equivalent are highly desirable.

Technical Skills:

  • Strong knowledge of information security management frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001).
  • Proficiency in cybersecurity tools and technologies, such as firewalls, IDPS, antivirus, and SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) systems.
  • Experience with service monitoring and data backup/recovery tools.

Soft Skills:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Effective communication skills, with the ability to explain complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Location and Travel: This role is based in the UK, with occasional travel to other Mpac Group sites as required.