Overview
Skipton International is seeking a knowledgeable and proactive Information Security Advisor to join our IT team. This multi-faceted role is critical in ensuring that change is delivered securely, security best practices are embedded across the organisation, and our internal processes and tooling remain fit for purpose.
You'll act as a subject matter expert across a wide range of cyber security domains, supporting both strategic initiatives and day-to-day operations. This is an exciting opportunity to influence the security posture of a growing financial institution and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
Key Accountabilities
Lead information security input into change delivery, ensuring solutions are 'secure by design'
Advise on physical, procedural, and technical security controls across the organisation
Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and support change initiatives using both traditional and agile methodologies
Provide expertise in cloud security, application security, identity and access management, and industry standards
Work closely with architecture teams to ensure security principles remain relevant and effective
Monitor emerging technologies, threats, and vulnerabilities, applying insights to internal initiatives
Conduct threat modelling, vulnerability assessments, and risk evaluations, delivering clear, actionable reports
Champion continuous improvement within the Information Security function
Support knowledge sharing and coaching within the team
Produce and peer-review reports for governance groups, acting as a subject matter expert
Requirements
Essential:
4-5 years of experience in Information/Cyber Security
At least 2 years of hands-on experience securing Azure environments
Experience with DevSecOps and agile delivery environments
Hold a recognised security qualification (e.g., CISSP, CISA, CISM or equivalent)
Strong understanding of enterprise-wide security threats, controls, and principles
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Self-directed, detail-oriented, and enthusiastic with a positive attitude
Strong time management, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
Collaborative and pragmatic approach to stakeholder engagement
Comfortable navigating ambiguity and making informed decisions
Desirable
Experience with threat modelling and control effectiveness reviews
Familiarity with industry governance and compliance frameworks
Interest in mentoring and cross-training within the team
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a forward-thinking organisation. If you're passionate about cyber security and thrive in a collaborative environment, we'd love to hear from you.
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