Security Operations Manager

Barclay Simpson; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000

Job description

A leading bank is seeking a skilled Security Operations Manager to strengthen its IT Security team. This role involves optimizing security controls, frameworks, and processes while supporting the integration of new technologies to enhance the bank's security posture. You will act as the right hand to the Head of IT Security, ensuring robust security services across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Security Operations: Oversee and improve IT Security operations, ensuring efficient and compliant management of security services.
2. Vendor Management: Manage outsourced security providers, ensuring performance meets established SLA standards.
3. Incident Response: Lead and manage IT security incidents, including forensics when necessary.
4. Security Services: Drive the delivery of services including Threat & Vulnerability Management, Privileged Access Management, IAM, DLP, Network Security, and Penetration Testing.
5. Project Leadership: Lead IT/Cybersecurity improvement projects as an SME.
6. Risk & Compliance: Evaluate IT changes for security risks, ensuring compliance with security policies and frameworks like ISO 27001/NIST.
7. Security Controls: Operate and manage security controls to protect IT systems, ensuring alignment with regulatory and industry best practices.
8. Continuous Improvement: Recommend and implement new technologies and practices to improve security posture.

Required Skills & Experience:

1. Security Expertise: Extensive experience in IT/security roles, particularly within financial services.
2. Certifications: Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CEH.
3. Cloud Security: Experience in configuring and managing Microsoft Azure environments and cloud.