Information Security Officer

A global Leeds based organisation has a new requirement for an Information Security Expert to join them. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well known organisation with excellent opportunities for progression. You will be responsible for identifying and managing data security risks by reviewing existing processes and standards. You will also be responsible for the delivery of compliance ensuring it is in line with current standards and regulations.

Scope of Role:

• Identify and manage the remediation of data security risks through execution of the existing security review process and through input to and maintenance of the risk register.
• Deliver compliance in line with current standards & legislation (PCI, SOX, ISO27001,DPA) using a project based approach to ensure appropriate business engagement, planning and delivery.
• Support in the delivery of continual service improvements in collaboration with Information Security Coordinator.
• Use knowledge of technical and nontechnical security controls as well as knowledge of emerging technologies and trends to deliver robust and consistent security guidance in line with security policy.
• Promote security awareness and adherence to policy, process and standards.

Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

• Perform risk analysis reviews on proposed systems and solutions.
• Support in the delivery of PCI, SOX, ISO27001 and DPA compliance.
• Fulfil service requests and provide direction across all information security domains.
• Manage security incidents through the organisations security teams.
• Manage and maintain the BIA element of the disaster recovery plan.
• Monitor and respond to change requests where security input is required.
• Build and manage relationships with internal business partners.
• Take an ongoing and proactive role to drive the security awareness program for all colleagues.