• In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity principles, concepts and best practices including threat modelling, risk assessment and security controls.
• Substantial knowledge/experience of network security technologies and protocols such as firewalls, intrusion detection / prevention systems, VPNs and secure network design principles.
• Experience/knowledge of application security concepts, secure coding practices and techniques.
• Demonstrable experience of cloud computing e.g. AWS, Azure, and expertise in securing cloud-based environments including identity access management (IAM).
• Experience of conducting security assessments, penetration testing, vulnerability assessments and security audits.
• Experience in developing incident response plans and procedures.
• Significant demonstrable experience with cybersecurity tools and technologies such as SIEM.
• Experience of delivering verbal and written communications to effectively convey complex technical concepts to diverse levels and abilities of staff.
• Leadership abilities to lead cross-functional teams and collaborate with stakeholders.
• Project management skills/experience of planning executing and managing cybersecurity project(s).
• Experience within financial services or regulated environments.
• Exposure to large-scale enterprise platforms and transformation programmes.
• Familiarity with secure design in cloud, hybrid, and on-prem environments.
• Experience acting as a Solution Architect or Technical Design Authority.
• Pragmatic and risk-based approach to security.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to operate across a wide range of technologies and domains.
• Collaborative, with the ability to influence without direct authority.
• Comfortable operating in governance-driven environments.

Qualifications

• CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
• CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional)
• AWS Solutions Architect (or equivalent cloud certification)
• TOGAF (The Open Group Architecture Framework)