Information Security Officer
JOB DESCRIPTION
Location: Zurich (Hybrid)
In this position, you'll be based in the Zurichoffice for a minimum of three days a week, with the flexibility to work from home for some of your working week. Find out more about our flexible work culture at computershare.com/flex.
We give you a world of potential
Are you passionate about Information Security and looking to work in an organisation that gives you the ability to support the vulnerability management of a global estate? Are you looking for a role that supports flexibility within the working day? We have an exciting new role that may be just what you are looking for!
The Global Information Security team is responsible to drive the development, deployment and management of information and cyber security across the Computershare businesses, globally. Through partnerships with the business units, Technology Services and other support functions, the Global Information Security team actively support the business objectives whilst reducing the overall composite risk to Computershare.
This role, while based within the EMEA region (Zurich), is part of a global team of information security professionals that deliver in-depth technical security services for our most critical applications and infrastructure, to ensure they are highly resilient against existing and emerging cyber security threats.
Want to learn? We've got you covered. We are big on employee progression, so we ensure that you're given the training and tools that you need to excel in your career.
A role you will love
The Information Security Officer provides technical and non-technical information security consultancy, architecture and project services to the Computershare business units and Computershare Technology Services (CTS) within region.
Supporting the Regional CISOs and Global CISO in the development and execution of the Information Security Consultancy programme (supporting the wider Computershare Information Security Strategy) by overseeing a portfolio of information security services and ensuring that these are consistently aligned with the Global Information Security Group operating model.
The Information Security Officer will contribute towards and actively participate in regional and global information security projects and initiatives. In addition you will contribute to managing and maintaining vendor relationships, evaluating usefulness and cost of products, and making appropriate recommendations to assist in execution of the enterprise security architecture.
Other key responsibilities include:
- Providing broad strategic and tactical information security risk management experience.
- Present technical and non-technical information security consultative support/guidance to the regional business units/technology teams ensuring compliance with relevant regulatory and legislative requirements.
- Maintaining technical information security advice to internal stakeholders regarding technology projects, ensuring security is considered and applied prior to deployment in line with relevant SDLC processes.
- Maintain a forward-looking perspective on emerging information security, technology developments and their relevance to business and technology strategies.
- Work with the Global Information Security team to deliver and interpret the results of network penetration tests, vulnerability scans, patch assessments build compliance scans, support incident investigations, operational security matters and governance.
- Attending regular team, forum and project meetings, providing both verbal and written reports as may be required.
- Answer client contractual questions, RFIs/RFPs and client vendor assessments regarding information security related topics.
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What will you bring to the role?
You will be a self-starter, be able to successfully prioritize and manage multiple complex tasks and work well under pressure with limited supervision both individually and at times, with other team members. With experience working in information security or relevant technical IT function either from an end-user or consultancy environment.
Able to work in an independent manner, know when to consult with other people, and command strong organizational and planning skills. Understand and be able to comfortably explain the connection between data protection regulations such as the Swiss Banking Secrecy Obligation, General Data Protection Regulation and information security and risk management.
The post holder will be adept at engaging with and influencing internal stakeholders in all areas of technical and non-technical information security. In addition you will be able to adapt to a flexible working model, such as attending conference call meetings outside of normal office hours and occasionally travelling to other local and international Computershare locations.
Other key skills required for the role include:
- Possess, or working towards, one of more of the following professional information security certifications: CISSP, CISM, CRISC or similar) together with a thorough understanding of the security principles outlined in OWASP, NIST and ISO27000.
- Confident and able to communicate both with the management level and technical staff as to why security is a business enabler.
- Evidenced experience of being the single point of contact to all internal stakeholders regarding information security related topics.
Rewards designed for you
Global opportunities. Everyone here has the opportunity to grow through on-the-job training, access to comprehensive learning resources and career development support.
Invest in our business by setting aside salary to purchase shares in our company, and you'll receive a company contribution as well.
Health and wellbeing rewards that can be tailored to support you and your family including accident insurance and income protection.
Save for your future. We will support you along your retirement savings journey.
Extra rewards ranging from recognition awards to transport and child allowances.
And more. Ours is a welcoming and close-knit community, with experienced colleagues ready to help you grow. Our careers hub will help you find out more about our rewards and life at Computershare, visit computershare.com/careershub.
ABOUT US
A company to be proud of
We're a global leader in financial administration with over 11,000 employees across more than 22 different countries. At Computershare, it's more than just a job, our open and inclusive culture means that we will help you to grow, to move forward and make the most of our world of opportunities.
Fairness and culture
We're dedicated to providing you with the opportunity to succeed on your own merits, starting from the application process and continuing throughout your career with us. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels valued, to remove barriers and obstacles and ensure equal opportunities for all. For support with accommodations or adjustments during our recruitment process please visit computershare.com/access for further information.
ABOUT THE TEAM
Our Shared Services teams support all of our business lines behind the scenes. Across the world, we have a range of specialisms that ensure the delivery of our business priorities. These include Technology, Information Security, Finance, Risk, Audit, Governance, Marketing and Communications as well as our People team. Join our strategic team and help us look after everything from creating an amazing end to end employee journey to keeping our systems safe. You'll be looking after our people, our clients and their customers, whilst maintaining our exceptional standards around the globe.
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
Parental Benefits
Work Flexibility
Office Life and Perks
Vacation and Time Off
Financial and Retirement
Professional Development
Diversity and Inclusion