Description

Everyone at Starling gets the chance to own interesting things from day one, and we’re told one of the best things about working here is the ability to achieve a lot in a short space of time. As a business we are growing, and our Cyber Security team is looking for someone passionate about making a difference.

As a member of our Cyber Security team you will be responsible for ensuring the protection of Starling information, assets and systems using the latest technologies and techniques 24x7 working collaboratively with all stakeholders including wider operational business functions, second and third line.

You will work on a variety of activities including:

• Participate in and support the design, implementation and continuous improvement of security solutions aligned to Starling Banks strategy and risk appetite.
• Support the continuous development of security resilience capabilities embedding measures to protect Bank systems and assets.
• Share knowledge, advice and guidance with our wider organisation.

Responsibilities

• Identification, quantification and response to identified cyber security risks across the organisation.
• Actively participate in the delivery of the security strategy including development, maintenance and continuous improvement of security processes and procedures aligned to industry recognised best practices and standards..
• Identification, evaluation, selection and implementation of security products and services.
• Participate in the test and evaluation of systems identifying weaknesses and providing guidance on proportionate solutions.

Requirements

You will need to …

• Have a good basic technical IT knowledge including a high level understanding of mobile, network and operating system security controls.
• Experience of preparing for, participating in and/or performing information security reviews and/or audits (e.g. ISO27001, PCI-DSS)
• Have an attention to detail and willingness to get involved.
• Enjoy problem solving.
• Be self motivated and want to continue to learn

The following skills and experience are desirable:

• Have an understanding of security in a cloud environment (AWS, GCP)
• Programming skills including but not limited too Python, Go, Java
• An information or cyber security related qualification.

Benefits

Starling technology works in a hybrid pattern both from home and one of our three offices. We’re open to applications from across the UK including fully remote, if you’re hybrid our preference is that you’re located within a commutable distance to either our London, Southampton or Cardiff office, so that we’re able to see each other and collaborate in person too.

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday (plus public holidays)
• An extra day’s holiday for your birthday, taken a week on either side of the day
• 16 hours paid volunteering time a year
• Part-time and/or flexible hours available for most roles
• Hybrid/remote working
• Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton
• Generous family-friendly policies
• Enhanced sick pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Varied social groups set up and run by our employees
• Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a cashback scheme, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, a birthday box and weekly free coffee
• Access to ‘salary sacrifice’ benefits such as Cycle to Work scheme

Full details are available on our careers site

About Us:

Starling is a leading digital bank on a mission to disrupt the banking industry.

Since our launch in 2014, we've surpassed 2 million accounts, including over 350,000 business accounts. Our total deposits, meanwhile, have topped £5 billion and we have lent over £2bn over the same period. We're a fully licensed UK bank, and we have the culture and spirit of a fast-moving, disruptive technology company. We've won the Best British Bank award four years running, and now employ over 1500 people across our London, Southampton, Cardiff & Dublin offices.