Cloud Cyber Security Officer

Company Description

SBS is a global financial technology company that’s helping banks and the financial services industry to reimagine how to operate in an increasingly digital world. SBS is a trusted partner of more than 1,500 financial institutions and large-scale lenders in 80 countries worldwide, including Santander, Societé Generale, KCB Bank, Kensington Mortgages, Mercedes-Benz, and Toyota FS. Its cloud platform offers clients a composable architecture to digitize operations, ranging from banking, lending, compliance, to payments, and consumer and asset finance. With 3,400 employees in 50 offices, SBS is recognized as a Top 10 European Fintech company by IDC and as a leader in Omdia’s Universe: Digital Banking Platforms. SBS is headquartered in Paris, France.

Job Description

🗺️ Location: Broad Street, Sheffield

📃 Permanent, fulltime

💰£60,000-£70,000 per annum

🏢 Hybrid: Minimum of 2 days in the offer per week

Are you passionate about information & cyber security and looking for your next challenge in a dynamic, fast-growing environment? Our Managed Services function is expanding, and we’re on the hunt for a Cloud Cyber Security Officer to join our team and make a real impact.

In this hands-on role, you'll work across teams, ensuring security is embedded into everything we do. You’ll be at the heart of monitoring, protecting, and enhancing our security posture while collaborating with key stakeholders across the business. This is an opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking, security-first culture where your expertise will help drive continuous improvement in a rapidly evolving landscape.

What will the role involve?

• Proactively monitor, detect, and respond to security threats – be the first line of defence in keeping our systems safe.
• Conduct internal security and compliance audits to ensure processes are followed, and security controls are effective.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to advocate for and implement best-in-class security practices.
• Support projects and business initiatives, ensuring security is at the forefront.
• Mentor and guide junior analysts, sharing your expertise to strengthen our security capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Investigate and respond to security alerts, documenting findings and collaborating with relevant teams.
• Lead internal audits to ensure compliance with ISO27001 and our security policies.
• Identify vulnerabilities across networks, operating systems, applications, and databases, ensuring risks are addressed effectively.
• Stay ahead of emerging cyber threats, driving improvements in our security strategy and processes.
• Provide operational security support to Managed Services teams.
• Engage with customers and external auditors to demonstrate the strength of our security controls.
• Ensure changes introduced through CAB do not introduce security risks.
• Generate and deliver security reports for customers and maintain security packs for project teams.

This is your chance to make a real impact in a company that values innovation, collaboration, and security excellence. If you’re ready to take your career to the next level, apply today! 🚀

Qualifications

What are we looking for?

• Experience securing cloud environments (AWS preferred).
• A background as a Cyber Security Officer or similar role within a large organisation.
• Strong knowledge of vulnerability assessment tools & techniques.
• A solid understanding of networking technologies, security best practices, and OS hardening.
• Awareness of cyber threats and adversarial techniques used to compromise systems.

It would be a bonus if you also had:

• Security certifications – CompTIA Security+, CISSP, AWS/Cloud certifications are a plus!
• Experience with Rapid7 InsightVM & InsightIDR or securing enterprise databases.
• Familiarity with UK financial sector regulations and banking IT operations.

Additional Information

What are we offering?

At SBS, we’re committed to supporting our employees in every aspect of their lives, from health and wellbeing to financial security and lifestyle perks. Here’s a snapshot of the benefits you'll enjoy as part of our team:

• Competitive salary: £60,000-£70,000 per annum
• Health & Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance, access to Peppy (Menopause, Fertility, Baby, Men’s health, Women’s health​ Support), Health Cash Plan, Dental Insurance, Eye Care Vouchers, Flu Vaccinations
• Finance & Protection: Life Assurance, Critical Illness Cover, Pension Plan, Long Service Awards, Payroll Giving, Fleet car provider
• Leisure & Lifestyle: 25 days annual leave, Cycle to Work Scheme, Holiday Trading, Travel Insurance

As part of our hiring process, new employees will be required to pass a confidential consumer credit check and DBS check. This is a straightforward credit check for CCJs, bankruptcy and a criminal record check, however if you wish to know more about what is or is not acceptable please ask our recruitment team.

At our organization, we are committed to fighting against all forms of discrimination. We foster a work environment that is inclusive and respectful of all differences.

All of our positions are open to people with disabilities.