The Very Group

Senior Security Specialist

The Very Group

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Liverpool • 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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Job Level

Senior

Tech Stack

AWSAzureCloudOracleSDLC

About the role

  • The role of a Senior Security Specialist, reporting to the Head of Information Security, encompasses a broad range of responsibilities aimed at safeguarding the organisation's digital assets and ensuring compliance with security standards.
  • Providing hands on security expertise to various business units, improving the overall security posture of the organisation by identifying and implementing security improvements to align with industry standards and ensuring adherence to security compliance requirements.
  • Developing and implementing security strategies, policies, and procedures, while also collaborating with cross-functional teams to promote a culture of security awareness and best practices throughout the organisation.
  • Supporting the Head of Information Security in leadership and strategic activities, contributing to the overall direction and vision of the security programme, and assisting in decision-making processes to enhance the organisation's security posture.

Requirements

  • A broad understanding of the Information Security industry, including UK regulations and compliance standards such as GDPR, ISO 27001, and PCI-DSS.
  • In-depth knowledge of IDAM including authentication mechanisms, single sign-on (SSO), and multi-factor authentication (MFA).
  • Familiarity with security measures for cloud platforms, particularly Oracle Cloud and Azure, Microsoft 365 (M365) Google Cloud and AWS.
  • Understanding of securing end user devices and applications.
  • Familiarity with the latest security threats, trends, and best practices.
  • Understanding of agile methods of working and the Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
  • Proven experience in IT security, with a focus on IAM, cloud security, and core IT infrastructure security.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Information Security and/or Information Technology industry qualifications such as CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) or CISM (Certified Information Security Manager), or equivalent time served.
  • A demonstrable hands-on background to improving security postures of organisations.
Benefits
  • Flexible, hybrid working model
  • Inclusive culture and environment, check out our Glassdoor reviews
  • £6500 flexible benefits allowance to suit your needs
  • 30 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Udemy learning access
  • Bonus potential (performance and business-related)
  • Up to 25% discount on Very.co.uk
  • Matched pension up to 6%
  • More benefits can be found on our career site

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
IDAMauthentication mechanismssingle sign-on (SSO)multi-factor authentication (MFA)cloud securityIT securityIAMSecure Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)security strategiessecurity policies
Soft skills
problem-solvinganalytical skillscommunication skillsinterpersonal skillsindependent workteam collaborationleadershipstrategic thinkingdecision-makingsecurity awareness
Certifications
CISSPCISM