Business Information Security Officer, Barclays

Embark on a pivotal career move with Barclays by stepping into the role of a Business Information Security Officer. We are actively seeking passionate professionals to fill two distinct openings, each offering a unique focus: one dedicated to securing developer environments and the other to fortifying infrastructure technologies. This is a high-impact opportunity designed for individuals who thrive on safeguarding critical information and proactively embedding security into the fabric of technological services.

In this role, you will be at the forefront of cybersecurity strategy, acting as a crucial liaison between business objectives and technology solutions. You'll have direct engagement with key technology and business stakeholders, ensuring that strategic initiatives are not only met but are also underpinned by robust security measures. This position offers exceptional visibility, placing you in direct partnership with Cyber & Technology leadership. Your expertise will be instrumental in shaping their understanding of the current cyber risk posture and identifying the strategic priorities needed to enhance it.

Key Advantages for Your Career Path:

• Strategic Influence: Play a direct role in shaping and executing cybersecurity strategy, contributing to the organisation's long-term resilience and risk management.
• High Visibility: Gain direct exposure to senior leadership and executive decision-making within the Cyber & Technology functions, a significant career accelerant.
• Diverse Specialisation: Choose a path aligned with either cutting-edge developer environments or foundational infrastructure technologies, allowing for tailored skill development.
• Impactful Work: Directly contribute to the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information for a leading financial institution, mitigating significant security risks.
• Continuous Learning: Engage with emerging cybersecurity trends, threats, and new technologies, fostering continuous professional development and thought leadership.
• Collaboration and Leadership: Lead and guide collaborative, multi-year assignments, developing your ability to influence, negotiate, and mentor.

Key Considerations for Aspiring Candidates:

• Foundational Security Knowledge: A strong understanding of Security & Control Frameworks & Methodologies is essential. Familiarity with security tooling and industry standards, particularly NIST frameworks, will be a significant asset.
• Exceptional Communication: The ability to articulate complex security concepts clearly and persuasively to a wide range of stakeholders, from technical teams to senior executives, is paramount.
• Financial Domain Acumen (Highly Valued): Previous experience within the finance sector will provide valuable context and understanding of industry-specific risks and regulatory landscapes.
• Navigating Complex Environments: Experience working within large, intricate organisations, collaborating across diverse teams, and understanding structured processes will be beneficial.
• Critical Skill Development: Be prepared to demonstrate your capabilities in areas such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen, strategic thinking, and digital and technology proficiency.

The successful candidate will be based at our Knutsford (Radbroke Hall) location, a hub for innovation and collaboration. This role is an exceptional opportunity to advance your career in cybersecurity within a dynamic and globally recognised financial services organisation. We encourage you to consider how your skills and ambitions align with this impactful position.