Security Assurance Specialist

Job description

We tackle the most complex problems in quantitative finance, by bringing scientific clarity to financial complexity. From our London HQ, we unite top researchers and engineers in an environment that values deep exploration and methodical execution - because the best ideas take time to evolve. Together we’re building a world-class platform to amplify our teams’ most powerful ideas. Every breakthrough is built on strong foundations. In our Strategy and Insights team, you’ll work across disciplines to drive the strategy, culture and structure that enable our success. Take the next step in your career. The role Security Assurance is not a traditional assurance function. We are a team of experienced technologists and security practitioners that provides the Board and Executive Management Team (EMT) with independent, insightful and pragmatic observations to help drive real security improvements in our business. We review the systems, processes and capabilities that protect our most critical information, assessing whether the security outcomes expected by the Board are being achieved and identifying opportunities for improvement. Our work combines deep security expertise with data-driven and AI-enabled analysis to provide clear, actionable findings. As a member of the team, you will gain broad visibility across a complex, technology-driven organisation, working with stakeholders from engineering teams through to senior executives and Board members. This is an opportunity to influence security outcomes across the business while helping shape the future of modern security assurance. Reporting into the Head of Security Assurance, this role will be responsible for: Scoping and executing in-depth security reviews Assessing current- and target-state security capabilities against good practice Leveraging data analytics, automation and AI techniques to enhance evidence gathering, analysis and assurance coverage Writing reports that concisely articulate findings for consideration by the Board and EMT Discussing conclusions with stakeholders, up to and including Board and EMT Providing selective direct input into security improvements being developed by the operational parts of the business, leveraging your own security experience Building and maintaining a broad understanding of our business’s complex and rapidly changing organisation, processes, technologies and capabilities Building strong working relationships with teams across the business, including occasional travel to the US, whilst maintaining the independence required of an assurance team Proactively helping to continuously improve security assurance capabilities, including through the practical application of AI Who are we looking for? Security Assurance are looking for an experienced candidate who is keen to work for a fast-paced, technology-focused company in a team that has the remit, responsibility and Board-level visibility to make a real difference. The ideal candidate will have: Extensive experience with information security, including some experience in first- or second-line roles Experience carrying out assessments of security capabilities Good understanding of security risk management Strong analytical and investigative skills Experience applying automation, data analytics and AI techniques to complex security, risk or assurance challenges Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to think creatively and challenge conventional approaches Confidence to engage with experts across the business in unfamiliar areas Familiarity with risks, controls and governance considerations associated with AI adoption Familiarity with Cloud Computing, Kubernetes and DevOps tooling (e.g., Terraform and Jenkins) Familiarity with some information security frameworks such as ISO 27000, CIS or NIST, and common control frameworks such as SCF Comfort with change and ambiguity Some knowledge of assurance and audit techniques Why should you apply? Highly competitive compensation plus annual discretionary bonus Lunch provided (via Just Eat for Business) and dedicated barista bar 30 days’ annual leave 9% company pension contributions Informal dress code and excellent work/life balance Comprehensive healthcare and life assurance Cycle-to-work scheme Monthly company events G-Research is committed to cultivating and preserving an inclusive work environment. We are an ideas-driven business and we place great value on diversity of experience and opinions. We want to ensure that applicants receive a recruitment experience that enables them to perform at their best. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation please let us know in the relevant section