Information Security and Continuity Specialist
7 days ago
Job Summary:
The Information Security and Continuity Officer is a senior IT role responsible for safeguarding Mpac Group's information assets and ensuring the continuous, secure operation of its critical IT services.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and maintain the organisation's information security strategy, policies, and procedures.
- Ensure that all IT systems and data are protected against internal and external threats, including 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.
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