IT Security SecOps Lead

The IT Security SecOps Lead will coordinate and monitor the day-to-day security operations performed by internal teams and IT outsourcers. The role reports to the Head of IT Security.

Key responsibilities and accountabilities:

Oversee cyber security monitoring activities across internal detection capabilities and outsourced security services.

Coordinate cyber security incident response and recovery activities with technology teams, the Security Operations Centre and relevant service providers.

Manage security operations service delivery, including production, monitoring and continuous improvement of SLAs, KPIs and operational dashboards.

Oversee outsourced cyber security services, ensuring effective delivery, clear governance, timely escalation and appropriate challenge of service providers.

Provide expert support and guidance to IT Security Officers responsible for security control execution, evidence gathering and control assessments.

Support ITIL-based cyber security processes, including change management, incident management, problem management and operational risk reduction.

Lead or contribute to cyber securityprojects in coordination with internal IT teams and IT outsourcers tostrengthenLCHSA’ssecurity posture.

Prepare and present regular management reporting on SecOps activities, service performance,cyberrisks and remediation progress.

What you'll be doing:

Vulnerability Management:

Monitor threat intelligence and coordinate urgent patching or mitigationactivities where required.

Review infrastructure, application and platformvulnerability scan reports;track,challengeand follow upremediation planswithtechnology teams.

Cyber security incident management:

Monitorand assesscyber securityalerts andeventsgenerated byinternaltoolsand outsourcedsecurity monitoringservices.

Provide expert support during incident response activities, including triage, containment, eradication, forensic coordination and recovery support.

Cyber security projects:Lead or contribute to security initiativesand providecyber security expertiseto technology teams throughoutprojectdelivery.

Cyber security controls:Performselectedsecurity controls, such asanti-malware coveragereviews and firewall rulerecertification,and provideexpertinputon controlsassessed byother IT SecurityOfficers.

ITIL cyber security management:Review and challengetechnology and businesschanges,problem closures and operational decisions thatmay impact the cyber security profile of the CCP.

You'll bring:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree inComputer Science, Engineering,Cybersecurityor a related field,or equivalentprofessionalexperience.

Professional experience:

At least 10 years of experience as a Security Engineer, Security Operations specialist or similar role, preferably in a regulated, complex and highly available environment.

Cyber security certificationssuch as CISSP, GIAC or equivalent would be an advantage.

Fluent Englishismandatory,given the role’s regular interaction with teamsacross an international Group.

Required technology expertise:

Network Security

Operating systems, databases, middleware and application security

VMware Cloud Security

Cloudtechnologyexpertise(SNC,AWS,Azure etc.)

Secrets management

Encryption

Vulnerability Management

EDR/AV

IAM/PAM

SIEM / SOC

Soft Skills:

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills,

Teamwork, collaboration and ability to work across internal and outsourced teams

Analytical thinking and problem-solving mindset,

Adaptability,prioritizationand ability to operate effectively under pressure.

Career Stage:

Manager

London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) Information:

Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, we'd love to hear from you.

LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone’s race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.

You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas. We are committed to sustainability across our global business and we are proud to partner with our customers to help them meet their sustainability objectives. Our charity, the LSEG Foundation provides charitable grants to community groups that help people access economic opportunities and build a secure future with financial independence. Colleagues can get involved through fundraising and volunteering.

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