Information Security Contractor
London, England, United Kingdom
Lendscape
Contract Length:
6 months (possibilities of extension or a more permanent engagement for the right individual)
Purpose of Role:
Lendscape is seeking an Information Security Contractor to provide operational support focused on clearing the backlog of security tasks. This includes handling security assessments, responding to inquiries, managing third-party risk assessments, and resolving corrective actions and vulnerabilities. The role is essential for maintaining operational efficiency, allowing the Information Security Manager to focus on strategic priorities.
Responsibilities:
- Operational Support: Manage security inquiries, third-party risk assessments, corrective actions, and vulnerabilities to ensure timely resolution.
- Security Assessments: Review and resolve outstanding security issues and ensure improvements are made where necessary.
- Task Management: Prioritise and complete backlog tasks, ensuring deadlines are met.
- Collaboration: Work with internal teams to gather necessary information and execute tasks efficiently.
- Autonomous Execution: Independently manage assigned tasks and provide regular updates.
- Adaptability: Adjust to shifting priorities, focusing on backlog clearance and high-risk areas.
Success Metrics:
- Timely completion of security assessments, third-party risk evaluations, and vulnerability reviews.
- Efficient resolution of backlog tasks.
- Positive feedback from internal teams on collaboration and task management.
- Successful execution of security tasks, meeting deadlines and objectives.
Requirements
Must Have:
- Operational Security Experience: Strong background in handling security assessments, third-party evaluations, corrective actions, and vulnerabilities.
- Task Management: Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
- Autonomous Work: Proven ability to work independently and keep key stakeholders informed.
- Collaboration: Strong communication skills to work effectively with internal teams.
- Adaptability: Capable of adjusting to changing priorities as the workload evolves.
* Salary range is an estimate based on our InfoSec / Cybersecurity Salary Index 💰
Tags: Clearance Risk assessment Security assessment Vulnerabilities
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