Deputy Head of IT Security Operations

Who We Are  Moneycorp is a thriving dynamic business with an excellent reputation helping Corporate and Private Clients with their FX and International Payments requirements for over 40 years. As a globally expanding business, our footprint covers UK & Ireland, Europe, USA, Canada, Hong Kong, UAE, and Brazil!   With our extremely rare single IBAN multi-currency account, we are able to assist with a variety of different payment needs, including business payment solutions, personal payments abroad (for example buying a property), travel money, as well as the ability to offer interest on deposits. Supplementing this, we also support the global supply chain of wholesale banknotes through our Financial Institutions Group (FIG) and partnership with the US Federal Reserve Bank, to build deeper payment relationships with international banking customers.  It is through obtaining our own banking and payment licenses, the acquisition of two banking platforms and access to 16+ liquidity providers that we are able to proposition a trailblazing FinTech payment infrastructure that simplifies our customer’s diverse business needs and reduce their costs. There is no doubt that we are a major player and differentiated ourselves in a continuously evolving and competitive industry.   With 600+ employees, Moneycorp prides itself in attracting some of the world’s top talent and the people who work at Moneycorp are truly behind its continued success. As Moneycorp continues to expand into new territories, there are considerable opportunities for growth for newcomers and the learning possibilities are endless. We welcome you to be part of a team which has a passion for the business, all within a collaborative and supportive working environment that has ultimately translated to a unique exciting business. To find out more about our journey click here.  Your Next Challenge    This position sits within the IT Security Operations team and demands a confident and skilled individual who can rapidly understand complex systems and security challenges whilst balancing business priorities with security risks. This role includes direct line management responsibility and would suit an experienced Cybersecurity practitioner looking to move into a first team lead or line management role within a Cybersecurity structure.This role will have day-to-day operational responsibility for operating and continuously improving the security operations function within Moneycorp as well as working closely with engineers, architects and peers across the IT department to contribute to wider continuous improvement. This role will also be expected to deputise for the Head of IT Security Operations in their absence and represent the IT department in dealings with external suppliers. The role holder will manager a team who own and operate the following tools:

• Threat prevention tools (email, endpoint/server, web filters, identity protection etc.)
• SIEM/SOAR tools.
• Identity management tools.
• Vulnerability management and patching tools.
• Password Repositories.

 Key Accountabilities 

• Direct line management of the security operations team.
• Platform/Product ownership and strategy for multiple security capabilities or security tools used by the IT Security Operations Team.
• Ownership and continuous improvement of procedures and processes used within the IT Security Operations team.
• Contribute to Moneycorp future security architecture plans.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement activities of the IT department.
• Liaise with InfoSec, audit, and risk management teams and identify areas for security improvement. Manage following implementation of remedial actions and new systems as appropriate.
• Provide security technical leadership for small to large sized security initiatives.
• Working closely with IT teams to promote and advocate the importance of effective security processes and policies into IT activities.
• Provide training and mentoring to IT Security Operations team members.

 Person Specification Knowledge & Experience - Essential

• Experience of working within complex IT environments with multiple deliverable dates.
• Experience of working in complex project structures with geographically distributed team members.
• IT Security Engineering, IT Security Operations, GRC or IT Infrastructure engineering background.
• One or more security qualifications such as ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity, CompTIA Security +, CompTIA CySA+, Microsoft SC-200, SC-300, SC-400
• Experience of infrastructure tools or security tools including a combination of the following:
  • Microsoft SCCM, Microsoft Intune or other Endpoint and server management and patch management tools.
  • Microsoft Azure virtual machine hosting or virtual networking.
  • Endpoint protection tools such as Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, McAfee or Symantec.
  • Active Directory or Azure Active Directory experience.
  • Microsoft Defender for Identity
  • SIEM and SOAR Tools such as Splunk or Microsoft Sentinel
  • Secure Web Gateways or Web Filter tools.
  • Email Security Platforms such as Microsoft Defender for O365, Tessian or Proofpoint.
  • Zero Trust Networking tools such as iBoss, Z-Scaler, CloudFlare Warp, Akamai Guardicore.
  • Code Scanning tools such as Snyk

 Knowledge & Experience - Desirable One of the below industry recognised information security qualifications or equivalent is preferred:

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or equivalent.
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM.
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).

Education / Qualification

• Relevant experience and knowledge will be considered in lieu of formal educational attainment.

Skills & Competencies

• Enthusiastic and eager to learn
• Proven ability to work both within teams and independently as required
• Professional
• Ability to speak Portuguese will be advantageous but not essential
• Strong communication skills (both written and oral)
• Approachable and personable

 The successful candidate will be part of a dynamic team and work in a fast-paced environment, catering to a diverse mix of stakeholders with varying needs. Therefore, the ideal candidate should be a self-starter, as there is an opportunity to make an immediate and tangible contribution to the business.  Please note:    This is a full-time, permanent position with an opportunity to work hybrid within the IT Security Operations team based in our London office.   What you get in return:  This role offers a competitive salary, plus a benefits package including private medical health insurance.   Interested?  If the role sounds like you, we invite you to upload a copy of your CV and can do this by clicking on the Apply Now button.  For company news, announcements and market insights, visit our News Hub.   You can also find Moneycorp on Facebook, Twitter UK, Twitter Americas, Instagram, LinkedIn, where you can discover how we are leading the way in global payments and currency risk management.    Diversity and Inclusion   Moneycorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Across our Group, Moneycorp maintains a philosophy that an inclusive company culture inspires creativity, fosters a sense of belonging, and is imperative to both personal and professional growth. With a makeup of 47 percent female employees, Moneycorp has a remarkably diverse workforce. Our commitment to inclusion and opportunity continues to evolve and improve as we listen and engage with our diverse teams.    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, colour, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, political affiliation, status as an individual with a physical or mental disability status as an individual with a protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.  

Moneycorp believes that diversity is critical to our success in helping Corporate and Private Clients with their FX and International Payments requirements across the world and is committed to creating an inclusive, mutually respectful environment which celebrates diversity. We hire on the basis of talent, merit, competence, performance, and business needs