Interim Group Security GRC Manager

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We are seeking an Interim Group Security GRC Manager to lead the development and implementation of an ISO27001-based Information Security Management System (ISMS) for the group. This role is critical in aligning security governance with EU financial services regulatory requirements, including DORA (Digital Operational Resilience Act), ensuring compliance across multiple legal entities in three EU countries. The successful candidate will establish a compliance monitoring and measurement framework, collaborate with security and IT teams, and support governance functions until a permanent hire is in place.

This interim role presents an opportunity to shape and enhance security governance within a complex, multi-entity EU financial services environment, ensuring compliance with DORA and ISO27001 while establishing a strong security risk management foundation.

Requirements

YOU WILL

• Design, implement, and operationalize an ISO27001-based ISMS for the group.
• Ensure alignment with DORA regulations and national security compliance requirements across multiple EU jurisdictions.
• Develop and embed a compliance monitoring and measurement framework, including KPIs, KRIs, and SLA alignment between group and local entities.
• Collaborate with first line of defence security and IT teams to build operational security processes and technologies.
• Report on the effectiveness of ISMS controls and compliance directly to the CISO.
• Work closely with risk management, business continuity, and data protection teams as part of the second line of defence.
• Lead security governance forums and ensure proper security risk reporting mechanisms are in place.

YOU NEED

• Extensive experience in ISO27001 ISMS implementation and governance.
• Strong knowledge of DORA (Digital Operational Resilience Act) and its implications for financial services.
• Ideally, prior experience in EU financial services security governance, risk, and compliance (GRC).
• Expertise in developing and managing security compliance metrics (KPIs/KRIs).
• Experience working with first and second lines of defence in security, IT, and risk functions.
• Strong background in running governance forums and managing regulatory compliance frameworks.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Willingness to travel for business purposes.

Benefits

• Flexible Work Arrangements: Offer adaptable schedules to maintain work-life balance.
• We work Remotely: Allow you to perform from any location.
• Contract Flexibility: Meet individual preferences with multiple contract models, including employment contract and B2B agreements.
• Attractive Rewards System: Recognize commitment and effort with generous rewards structure.
• Sport Card Benefit: Encourage fitness and wellness with access to multiple sports facilities.
• Private medical care: Prioritize employee health with private world-class medical care.
• Life Insurance: Ensure financial security and preparedness for the future with a robust life insurance plan.
• Employee Referral Program: Recognize talent acquisition contributions with a rewarding referral program.