Are you an experienced information security professional looking to apply your skillset to provide vision and direction for Information Security across the Amnesty Global Movement?

JOB PURPOSE

This exciting leadership role brings a mix of strategic, technical and operational responsibilities. You will develop Information Security strategy, roadmap, policies and procedures; simultaneously inspiring, training and influencing your peers to set Information Security as a foundational enabler within organisational goals and objectives. You will own operational outcomes in this space, taking a hands-on approach to directing security operations, risk mitigation, incident response (IR), education and awareness, vendor onboarding and offboarding and the enforcement of policies and procedures.

ABOUT YOU

This is a key leadership position for Information Security within the I&T team and broader Amnesty Movement. It requires a candidate that can set strategic direction and deliver excellent customer-oriented Information Security services demonstrated through transparent metrics and benchmarks.

The role also requires a broad skillset including exceptional people, stakeholder management, technical and leadership capabilities. The postholder acts as the ultimate escalation point for Information Security, thus requiring empathetic customer and relationship management skills in sensitive human rights settings.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategy, Planning and Leadership

• Works with the Chief Information Officer (CIO) to set Strategic direction and associated Roadmap for Information Security at Amnesty International.
• Act as the International Secretariats primary SME on Information Security by maintaining awareness of threats and identifying, understanding and mitigating those relevant to Amnesty International.

Policy

• Coordinate the development of applicable Amnesty Information Security Policies, Standards and Processes; working closely to co-create as required with key Stakeholders and Governance Groups.
• Ensure that policies reflect and support both internal (organisational) and external (compliance) requirements.

Stakeholder Management

• Acts as a final point of escalation for Information Security and regularly engages with customers to obtain feedback on engagement and satisfaction levels.
• Manages Information Security staff including people strategy, recruitment, technical supervision, resourcing and disciplinary action.

Information Security Management & Incident Response

• Lead on Information Security incident response.
• Define, operate and optimise Information Security processes and procedures for security operations including security monitoring and incident response.

Risk Assessment and Incident Prevention

• Develop and implement an ongoing Risk Assessment and Controls Assurance program targeting Information Security and Privacy matters (including identification of threats, assessment of vulnerability, determination of risk level, implementation of control strategies to reduce risk, monitor and review).

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience working within an Information Security lead role.
• Significant experience implementing and managing an Information Security Management System (e.g. policies, processes, standards, controls etc.).
• Experience providing guidance, leadership and direction in evaluating Information Security risks and monitoring standards and policies across a large enterprise.
• Demonstrable experience securing and monitoring environments at local and enterprise levels.
• Demonstrable experience securing and monitoring enterprise SaaS platforms (e.g. Azure & Office 365).

Please refer to the attached job description for a detailed overview of the role responsibilities, skills and experience required for this role.

WHAT WE OFFER:

At Amnesty International, we are passionate about what we do and we are proud of our achievements as a movement. To compensate our employees for the critical work they do, we reward them through a combination of an attractive and sector competitive salary and benefits package, high levels of engagement and involvement, and a commitment to employee development.

• 37 days annual leave (inclusive of public holidays and grace days)
• Hybrid working environment – The standard working week at Amnesty International is 35 hours
• Pension Contribution Scheme – with an employer contribution of 8% of your gross annual salary, in addition Amnesty International will match individual contributions of up to 3%. Making a total employer contribution of 11%
• Life Assurance
• Annual salary review
• Opportunity to join our cycle-to-work scheme
• Interest-free season ticket loans for travel to work
• Contribution towards the cost of eye tests and glasses
• Access to Linkedin Learning
• Employee Assistance Programme

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