Job Description

Security Consultant - Financial Services

Permanent role - Full-time - WFH & Handforth Office hybrid role (We would expect you to be in the office once a week and in London once a quarter)

Due to the summer holidays, we will shortlist the candidates for the interview by 15th August

The 1st stage interviews will be conducted via MS Teams the w/c 18th August



Are you a security expert with a passion for protecting financial systems and data? We're looking for a knowledgeable and collaborative

Security Consultant

to join our Information Security team and help shape the future of secure digital services in the financial sector.

About the role

As a Security Consultant, you'll provide expert guidance across financial services programs--such as Insurance and PCI--ensuring robust security controls are in place to meet regulatory requirements and evolving cyber threats. You'll work closely with stakeholders to deliver tailored security solutions that support business resilience, digital transformation, and compliance with FCA, PRA, GDPR and DORA.

What you'll be doing

Conduct security assessments, architecture reviews and threat modelling. Guide internal teams on security governance and best practices. Ensure PCI DSS compliance and interpret UK regulatory requirements. Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to align with data protection laws. Define and implement technical and organisational controls across cloud infrastructure and customer-facing platforms. Support secure digital onboarding for insurance customers.

What we're looking for

Essential:

Experience consulting for UK financial institutions (e.g. banks, insurers, fintech). Strong knowledge of FCA/PRA regulations, PCI-DSS, DORA, GDPR, ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS. Hands-on experience with risk assessments, security architecture, and technical controls. Familiarity with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) in regulated environments. Ability to translate complex security requirements into practical solutions. Strong communication skills and experience engaging with senior stakeholders.

Desirable:

CISSP, CISM certifications. Experience with ISO27001 or PCI-DSS certification processes. Knowledge of IAM, SIEM, DLP, and vulnerability management tools. Experience with penetration testing, red teaming, or incident response.

Personal qualities:

A trusted advisor who can influence and guide business leaders. A clear communicator who can translate technical risks into business language. Collaborative, innovative, and practical in your approach. Passionate about security, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Why join Pets?

You'll be part of a forward-thinking security team, working on high-impact projects that protect critical systems and data. This hybrid role offers flexibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to shape security practices in a dynamic financial services environment.



Ready to apply?

If you're excited by this opportunity and meet the criteria, we'd love to hear from you!



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