Senior Manager – Cyber Security GRC & Controls Testing

Senior Manager – Cyber Security GRC & Controls Testing Specialisms: GRC Jobs Hybrid-WFH/London 2 day a week £700 - £750 per day (Inside IR35) Job type: Contract Sector: Financial Services Job reference: JEM/44446 We are supporting a financial services client in appointing an experienced Senior Manager with a strong background in cybersecurity, GRC, and third-line security controls testing. This role will work closely with the Director of Internal Audit, playing a key part in delivering high-quality information security assurance across the organisation. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior cybersecurity controls assurance professional who can operate autonomously, provide robust challenge, and deliver clear, executive-level reporting. The Role Lead and execute third-line information security controls testing Assess the design and effectiveness of security controls Evaluate alignment with recognised security frameworks (NIST, CIS, etc.) Provide insight and challenge across GRC and cybersecurity governance structures Deliver high-quality, concise, and impactful written audit reports Partner closely with the Director of Internal Audit and senior stakeholders Key Experience & Skills Strong background in cybersecurity, information security, and GRC Proven experience conducting cyber security controls testing within a third-line environment Deep understanding of security frameworks (NIST, CIS and similar) Excellent written communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to operate at Senior Manager level, engaging credibly with senior leadership Please note: This is not a ITGC type position; You must have strong experience across both cyber security and Third Line Security Controls Testing. Barclay Simpson, worldwide specialists in Cyber Security jobs: https://www.barclaysimpson.com/specialisms/cyber-security-jobs/ Job listing posted by Barclay Simpson: https://www.barclaysimpson.com/job/senior-manager-cyber-security-grc-controls-testing/ We seek individuals from a diverse talent pool and encourage applicants from underrepresented groups to apply to our vacancies. Our commitment to fair recruitment processes means that we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of their lived experience or personal characteristics. We also invite applicants who meet most of the listed requirements, even if not all, to apply. If you require any adjustments to the application process, please let us know. Barclay Simpson acts as an Employment Agency for permanent positions and an Employment Business for temporary/contract engagements. Jeff Mayger – Interim Security Executive Consultant View my profile Looking to hire? Other jobs I manage Cyber Security Consultant - GRC & Controls Testing Security Engineer - Zero Trust