Security Governance Lead

Job Title: Security Governance Lead – NIST & Archer ExpertiseLocation: LondonAbout the Role:Albany Beck is seeking a highly skilled Security Governance Lead to support a key financial services client in advancing its information security governance capabilities. This role requires deep expertise in NIST frameworks and Archer GRC, as well as strong leadership in centralising security policy management, controls, and compliance operations.Key Responsibilities:Collaborate with the Executive Director of Security Governance to maintain and evolve the client’s information security policies, standards, and procedures in alignment with the organization’s master policy.Lead the centralisation, documentation, and continuous improvement of a unified controls inventory, including clear assignment of control ownership and alignment of roles and responsibilities.Maintain the service catalogue and ensure organizational alignment across business units and technology teams.Develop and deliver consolidated reports on agreed security metrics, such as training completion rates and awareness initiatives.Coordinate the collection of evidence to support internal and external regulatory attestations and compliance reviews.Drive continuous governance improvements through structured policy lifecycle management and stakeholder engagement.Required Experience and Skills:Proven experience in a security governance or risk management leadership role within the financial services or consulting industry.Strong working knowledge of NIST frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, NIST 800-53).Hands-on experience with RSA Archer GRC platform, particularly in managing controls, risks, and compliance reporting.Excellent understanding of regulatory compliance requirements and security policy management.Exceptional communication and organizational skills, with the ability to influence and guide stakeholders across technical and business domains.Experience with metrics development and reporting dashboards is a plus.

Created: 2025-07-26