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Job Summary: The Cyber Security Team Lead will support the Head of Information Security in the development, implementation, and management of the organisation s information security strategy. This role involves overseeing daily operations, ensuring the security of information assets, managing security incidents, and fostering a security-conscious culture within the organisation. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Support: Assist in the development and execution of the organisations information security strategy and policies. Provide strategic guidance and leadership in all areas of information security. Operational Management: Oversee day-to-day security operations, including monitoring, threat management, and incident response. Ensure effective 24/7 monitoring and incident handling. Risk Management: Identify and assess security risks, and develop mitigation strategies. Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments. Incident Response: Lead the response to security incidents and breaches, ensuring timely and effective resolution. Develop and maintain the incident response plan, including conducting regular drills. Compliance and Governance: Ensure compliance with relevant security standards, regulations, and frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR). Maintain up-to-date documentation of security policies, procedures, and incidents. Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor the information security team, providing guidance and support. Foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment. Training and Awareness: Develop and deliver security training and awareness programs for employees. Promote a culture of security awareness throughout the organisation. Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with IT, legal, HR, and other departments to ensure cohesive security practices. Serve as a key point of contact for security-related matters with external partners and vendors. Qualifications: Education: Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field. Master s degree is a plus. Certifications: Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent. Experience: Minimum of 10 -15 years of experience in information security, with at least 3 - 5 years in a leadership role. Proven experience in managing security operations, incident response, and risk management. Skills and Competencies: Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of information security principles, technologies, and best practices. Experience with security tools and technologies such as SIEM, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection. Analytical Skills: Ability to analyse complex security issues and develop effective solutions. Strong risk assessment and management skills. Leadership and Communication: Excellent leadership and team management skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Problem-Solving: Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Ability to remain calm and effective in high-pressure situations. Additional Requirements: Availability for on-call duties and to respond to security incidents outside regular working hours. Willingness to travel as needed. Hybrid Policy - 2 to 3 days in a month work from Office* #LI-Hybrid What we offer Benefits We offer excellent benefits including an incentive programme, generous annual and parental leave policies, volunteering days and well-being support throughout the year, as well as free access to all Economist content. Country specific benefits are also offered. Our Values Our values are a collective set of beliefs and behaviours that strengthen The Economist Groups purpose and demonstrate where we want to be as an organisation. They reflect on our mission to pursue progress for individuals, organisations and the world. Independence We are not bound to any party or interest and encourage exploration and free-thinking. We champion freedom, both within our organisation and around the world. Integrity We are bold in our efforts to uncover the truth and stand up for what we believe in. We inspire trust through our rigour, fact-checking and transparency. Excellence We aspire to the highest standards in all we do. We are ambitious and inquisitive in our pursuit of continuous progress and innovation. Inclusivity We value diversity in thought and background and encourage healthy debate with a breadth of perspectives. We treat our colleagues and customers fairly and respectfully. Openness
