Regional Information Security Officer (RISO), UK & Ireland recruitment

The role is based in the UK, ideally Edinburgh or London, and is a critical senior managerial role which will report directly into the Head of Corporate Security Services – UK Ireland.

As Regional Information Security Officer (RISO) you will effectively manage the Information Security (IS) risk across the UK Ireland region, ensuring the protection of all data held within the region and related third parties. This extends to all physical and electronic data including internal, customer and employee related information.  You will also be responsible for understanding, communicating and ensuring compliance with the regulatory requirements for IS, including setting specific policy and driving change in order to meet existing and any new requirements. 

You will lead and manage a diverse team of Information Security (IS) subject-matter experts across multiple locations comprising of Divisional Information Security Officers (DISO), IS Specialists and IS Analysts.  You will build relationships with key Senior Management, Executive and Group Internal Audit contacts inside the Group, both divisionally and regionally, to maximise the effectiveness of the role and represent the RBS Group where appropriate with local regulators and on external global bodies for opinion forming, lobbying and sharing of best practice.

This is a key leadership role within RBS Corporate Security Services and as such, it is essential you have previous experience leading teams, ideally across multiple locations. You will also have a proven track record of working in Information Security within the Financial Services industry.

If this role is not suitable, please note we have another senior manager role within Corporate Security Services; Technical Information Security Officer (TISO) 00058862.

With us, hard work adds up to more. Our rewards include a generous salary, the opportunity to participate in bonus schemes and receive discounted Group products. Plus we offer up to 30% benefit funding that gives you the option of choosing your own mix of cash and benefits. We offer a range of career development opportunities across Corporate Security Services and the wider RBS Group, both in the UK and world wide.  All of which creates a truly flexible package that fits your changing needs and lifestyle.  For more information visit http://www.jobs.rbs.com/uk/you-and-rbs

Please note this position will be appointed subject to the successful completion of enhanced screening.