IT Security Compliance Officer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Job details
Posted 25 January 2023 Salary £50000 - £60000 per annum LocationLondon Job type Permanent DisciplineInfrastructure ReferenceML-64-6 Contact NameMorgan LingardJob description
IT Security and Compliance OfficerLondon
12-Month FTC
£50,000 - £60,000 + Excellent Benefits
Digital Waffle is working in partnership with a provider of software development, data analysis, and marketing. This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic IT Security and Compliance Officer.
Job Role
The role of the IT Security and Compliance Officer is to Perform an evaluation of Third Party and Vendor engagements to identify and manage vendor risk which may include the completion of risk assessments as well as conducting technical security reviews of our suppliers and partners.
- Evaluate third-party risk and steer vendor relationships Evaluates vendor responses to security questionnaires Make recommendations on ways to mitigate vendor risk
- Maintain vendor risk repository of artifacts including regular third-party vendor certifications and assign risk scores to firm suppliers and partners.
- Conduct on-site audits of high-risk vendors reviewing security and controls
Requirements What do you need?
- Confident to make independent decisions.
- Possess a sufficient understanding of technical concepts including systems, networks, and security architecture best practices in order to effectively evaluate risk and assess the effectiveness of controls.
- Strong and deep information security risk identification (includes Cloud services), assessment, and risk ranking experience.
- Ability to convey technical concepts in layman's terms.
- Ability to interact effectively with, and influence, external vendors.
- Keen attention to detail and accuracy in order to analyze documents.
- Broad knowledge of risk management, vulnerability management, and third-party risk.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
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Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Staffing, Recruitment & Subcontracting
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for IT Security Compliance Officer roles across Digital Waffle's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Staffing, Recruitment & Subcontracting.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £50,000 - £60,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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