Job Description

We’re looking for an Information Security Architect to support the Chief Information Security Officer in managing and reducing information security risks across Technology Services.

This role is key to enabling the secure delivery of AJ Bell’s technology and business change. You’ll lead on designing and implementing security controls, while working closely with colleagues to ensure security is embedded into everything we do.

Key responsibilities

• Act as a subject matter expert on security best practice, ensuring confidentiality, integrity and availability of systems and data
• Design and implement enterprise security controls and platforms aligned to industry standards
• Support projects and change initiatives to ensure security is considered throughout
• Conduct security reviews of in-house and third-party solutions
• Support audit and due diligence activities
• Collaborate with Information Security, Infrastructure and Architecture teams to define security standards
• Act as a key link between the CISO and business/technology teams to embed security across the organisation

Technical skills

• Experience implementing enterprise security platforms
• Strong knowledge across areas such as endpoint, cloud, network security, DevOps and security monitoring
• Understanding of secure software development lifecycle (SSDLC) practices
• Strong knowledge of information security risk management techniques
• Experience of governance, risk and compliance, ideally in financial services
• Knowledge of frameworks such as ISO27001, NIST, PCI DSS
• Awareness of the threat landscape and modern security controls
• Strong understanding of cloud security solutions and standards

Skills and experience

• Experience working within recognised security frameworks (e.g. ISO27001, NIST)
• Ideally 5+ years’ experience in an information security role within financial services or e-commerce
• Strong understanding of core IT and networking concepts
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical topics for non-technical audiences
• High attention to detail and strong ownership of deliverables
• Confident challenging and improving security approaches
• Self-motivated, organised and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• CISSP (or equivalent) certification preferred

About us

AJ Bell is one of the UK’s fastest-growing investment platforms, serving over 644,000 customers and managing £103.3 billion in assets. Our award-winning platform supports everyone from financial advisers to first-time investors.

With over 1,500 employees across Manchester, London and Bristol, we’re a FTSE 250 company and have been named one of the UK’s Best 100 Companies to Work For for six consecutive years, as well as a Great Place to Work®.

What we offer

• 26 days’ holiday (rising to 31) + buy/sell scheme
• Pension with matched contributions up to 7%
• Discretionary bonus and annual share awards
• Health cash plan and discounted private healthcare
• Free on-site gym and wellbeing support
• Enhanced family leave and sick pay
• Season ticket loans and bike scheme
• Social events and volunteering opportunities
• Ongoing technical training and professional qualification support
• Career development programmes tailored to you

Hybrid working

We offer a hybrid model with at least 50% office-based working per month. New joiners will spend an initial period full-time in the office to support onboarding and relationship building.

AJ Bell is committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. All hiring decisions are based on merit, skills and business need.

If this sounds like the right opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.