Information Security Consultant

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Information Security Consultant

Information Security Consultant / ISO 2700x / PCI DSS / Security Architecture / CISSP / Permanent / Redditch / Worcestershire / West Midlands

Nationally recognised and award winning company based in Redditch, Worcestershire are looking for an experienced and passionate Information Security Consultant to join their growing team.

The Information Security Consultant will work as part of the Information Security team reporting to the Head of Information Security. The role requires a strong security background coupled with an in-depth knowledge of security systems and relevant regulations and legislation to assist in maintaining the security of information of assets, processes and systems.

The Information Security Consultant will have a solid understanding of Risk Management, Data Protection Regulations, PCI DSS and ISO 2700x, along with experience of designing and deploying security infrastructures, defining security requirements, handling security incidents and acting as a trusted advisor to Projects and Business Initiatives.

Key responsibilities:

*Provide SME consultation to enable project and supplier assurance

*Determine the most effective way to protect computers, networks, software, data and information systems against any possible attacks

*Keep abreast of security standards, security systems and authentication protocols

*Plan, research and design robust security architectures for any IT project

*Test final security structures to ensure they behave as expected

*Respond immediately to security-related incidents and provide a thorough post-event analysis,

*Analyse security breaches to determine their root cause

*Train fellow employees in security awareness and procedures

*Coordinate security plans with outside vendors

*Review and approve installation of firewall, VPN, routers, IDS scanning technologies and servers

*Represent Information Security in Change Management

*Anticipate new security threats and stay-up-to-date with evolving infrastructures

*Collaborate with departments to improve security compliance, manage risk and bolster effectiveness

Key skills and experience:

*Experience of an Information Security role within a similar organisation

*Experience of developing and championing security initiatives

*Experience of working in a project environment

*Knowledge of industry security regulations and regulatory practices

*An good level of knowledge in technical security protocols and mechanisms

*Experience of technical security products and solutions

*Experience of organisation information security audits

*Strong communications skills

*CISSP certification

This is a great opportunity to join an established, yet progressive organisation through an exciting period of change. The salary of offer for this position is £50,000 - £60,000 DOE plus an excellent company benefits package including private healthcare, generous pension scheme, good holidays and a generous bonus scheme to name a few. This is a fantastic company to work for who have a reputation for looking after their employees.

Information Security Consultant / ISO 2700x / PCI DSS / Security Architecture / CISSP / Permanent / Redditch / Worcestershire / West Midlands

Spring Technology is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Spring Technology is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.