IT Risk and Control Specialist

Project description

Join one of our leading investment banking clients as an IT Risk and Controls Expert. You will play a pivotal role in strengthening the organization's cybersecurity programme by evaluating security controls, identifying and assessing information security (IS) risks, and providing expert guidance to support risk-based decision-making and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Cybersecurity: Manage cybersecurity-related activities, including the identification, assessment, and mitigation of information security (IS) risks. Security Assessments: Conduct security assessments of internal projects and third-party service providers to evaluate control effectiveness and compliance with security requirements. Security Consulting: Provide security advisory services to stakeholders, offering guidance on security controls, risk treatment options, and policy requirements in business-friendly language. Project Management: Coordinate and manage security-related projects and initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with cybersecurity objectives. Third-Party Risk Management: Drive discussions regarding identified risks, communicate potential business impacts, and provide guidance on appropriate remediation actions.

SKILLS

Must have

• Demonstrable experience in Information Security (IS), Cybersecurity, IT Risk Management, or a related field. Experience operating within financial services, investment banking, or other regulated environments. Familiarity with industry frameworks and standards such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, or COBIT. Strong understanding of information security principles, risk management methodologies, and control frameworks. Experience providing security advisory and consulting services to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Ability to drive risk remediation discussions and influence stakeholders to achieve security objectives. Proven experience in cybersecurity risk management, security assessments, and control effectiveness reviews. Strong knowledge of cloud security concepts and cloud-related risk management practices. Experience assessing third-party service providers and managing associated security risks. Ability to provide clear, risk-based security advice and influence stakeholders at all organizational levels. Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate technical findings into actionable business recommendations. Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities, coupled with a practical approach to risk management.

Nice to have

Familiarity with ISO 27001, NIST CSF, CIS Controls, or similar security frameworks. Knowledge of AWS, Azure, or GCP security capabilities and cloud governance practices. Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CCSK, or CCSP.