Security Governance and Risk Management Lead

4 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Vertus Partners Full time

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Security Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Manager to join our team at Vertus Partners. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the security compliance and governance activities of our organisation, ensuring that regulatory requirements are met and robust security practices are maintained.

Responsibilities

  • Provide strong leadership to develop, implement, and maintain a security governance, risk, and compliance program in line with industry standards.
  • Oversee security governance efforts, ensuring alignment with frameworks like ISO 27001, NIST, and GDPR, and regulatory standards.
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate security risks across the organisation. Implement and maintain risk management processes, ensuring effective controls are in place.
  • Ensure continuous compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Conduct internal audits and manage external audits related to security compliance.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, Legal, and Business Operations, to drive compliance initiatives and embed security practices across the organisation.
  • Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and standards that support risk mitigation and compliance efforts.

Requirements

  • CISA, CRISC, or CISSP certification (required).
  • Strong understanding of security governance, risk, and compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, and COBIT.
  • Proven leadership skills with the ability to guide and mentor teams, as well as influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders in a similar GRC, security, or risk management role.
  • A hands-on approach with the ability to balance strategic oversight with direct involvement in security tasks.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and effectively to non-technical stakeholders.

What We Offer

This is a unique role where someone can take ownership of a GRC function in a growing organisation that values risk management and IT security, all within a collaborative, high-impact environment with a talented team of professionals. We will pay a very competitive salary and benefits package and offer flexible working arrangements.

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