Head of Market Cyber Security – Ireland, Investors & Group Functions

R-155116 Head of Market Cyber Security

National: £110,000 - £140,000 / London: £120,000 - £160,000  

We are looking for a strategic and experienced Business Information Security Officer to join our Cyber Security Leadership Team. As the Head of Market Cyber Security for Aviva Investors, and Group Functions, you will be responsible for overseeing and supporting cyber security across these markets. Your role will be crucial in simplifying cyber security engagement for colleagues and supporting them in securely delivering their objectives.

A bit about the job:

This role acts as a strategic cybersecurity partner to business leaders, ensuring cyber risks are understood, managed, and aligned with both Group and market needs. It bridges the gap between technical controls and business priorities, driving secure operations and regulatory compliance across the market

• Serve as a trusted cybersecurity advisor to business leaders, offering strategic guidance on cyber risks and treatment plans
• Oversee and consolidate cyber risk posture at both market and group levels, ensuring effective risk management
• Ensure compliance with relevant market-specific cybersecurity regulations and standards
• Collaborate with stakeholders to embed security into key market projects and change initiatives
• Partner with control operators and capability leads to align and implement Group cyber security controls within market operations
   

Skills and experience we’re looking for:

• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Extensive experience in cyber security risk management, regulatory compliance, and control frameworks.
• Strong track record of implementing security standards in complex environments.
• Ability to balance cyber security and business objectives pragmatically.
• Deep understanding of regulatory requirements and industry standards related to cyber security

What you’ll get for this role:

Our purpose - with you today, for a better tomorrow – is a promise we make to our colleagues too.  And one of the ways we live up to that promise is by investing in you.  We have so much to offer when it comes to being an Aviva colleague.

• National salary £110,000 - £140,000 and London salary £120,000 - £160,000 (depending on location, skills, experience, and qualifications)
• Bonus opportunity – 25% of annual salary Actual amount depends on your performance and Aviva’s.
• Generous pension scheme - Aviva will contribute up to 14%, depending on what you put in.
• 29 days holiday plus bank holidays, and you can choose to buy or sell up to 5 days
• Make your money go further - Up to 40% discount on Aviva products, and other retailer discounts
• Up to £1,200 of free Aviva shares per year through our Matching Share Plan and share in the success of Aviva with our Save As You Earn scheme
• Brilliantly supportive policies including parental and carer’s leave
• Flexible benefits to suit you, including sustainability options such as cycle to work
• Make a difference, be part of our Aviva Communities and use your 3 paid volunteering days to help others
• We take your wellbeing seriously with lots of support and tools

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Aviva is for everyone:

We’re inclusive and welcome everyone – we want applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Excited but not sure you tick every box? Even if you don’t, we would still encourage you to apply. We also consider all forms of flexible working, including part time and job shares.

We flex locations, hours and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you. Most of our people are smart working – spending around 50% of their time in our offices every week - combining the benefits of flexibility, with time together with colleagues.

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We’d love it if you could submit your application online. If you require an alternative method of applying, please give Harjot Kaur a call on +44 7353 138456 or send an email to harjot.kaur@aviva.com