Chief Information Security Officer Full Time

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world’s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.

Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.

That’s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply ’empower’ you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.

Take the lead and we’ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.

Reports To: Chief Digital Information Officer

Job Summary:

The Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) is responsible for establishing and maintaining the enterprise vision, strategy, and program to ensure information assets and technologies are adequately protected. This role involves identifying, developing, implementing, and maintaining processes across the organization to reduce information and technology risks. The CISO will respond to incidents, establish appropriate standards and controls, manage security technologies, and direct the establishment and implementation of policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and drive a comprehensive information security strategy aligned with enterprise business objectives.
• Identify and assess security risks, implement measures to mitigate these risks, conducting regular risk assessments and audits.
• Develop and implement information security policies, standards, procedures, and guidelines.
• Lead incident response planning and investigation of security breaches.

• Coordinate with legal and HR departments on disciplinary and legal matters associated with breaches.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards, keeping the business updated on the latest security regulations and compliance requirements.
• Raise security awareness throughout the organization, ensuring adherence to security awareness training programs.
• Manage the selection, implementation, and management of security technologies.
• Provide regular updates on the status of the information security program to senior business leaders and the board of directors.
• Prepare and present reports on security incidents, compliance, and risk management activities.
• Work closely with other executives and IT experts to ensure the company’s data is secure.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in information security and risk management, with a proven track record in a senior leadership role.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA are highly desirable.

We pride ourselves in our commitment to fostering a connected and inclusive culture, all our opportunities at Apex have five (5) days in office requirement.

Disclaimer: Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex (Talent Acquisition Team or Hiring Managers) by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position. Apex operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners.

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