
Cyber Security Program Lead – Payments
Hybrid
London, United Kingdom
£ 700 / day
Freelance
19-03-2025
Job Specifications
Job Title: Cyber Security Program Lead – Payments
Location: Amsterdam, NL or London, UK
Contract: 8-9 months (option to extend)
Pay Rate: €500-€£700 per day
About the Role
We are seeking a Cyber Security Program Lead to drive and enhance the cybersecurity and operational resilience framework for regulated payments entities. You will lead technology and security programs, manage risk exposure, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., PSD2, DORA/ORA). This role involves collaborating with internal teams to strengthen security processes, conduct scenario exercises, and improve business continuity measures.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and maintain the cybersecurity framework for regulated payments entities.
Oversee risk exposure, remediation, and compliance with operational resilience regulations.
Lead business continuity planning, testing, and reporting.
Collaborate with legal, security, and business teams to align on security strategies.
Provide training and briefings to stakeholders and leadership.
What You’ll Need
6+ years in IT Risk Management, Information Security, or IT Audit in financial/tech sectors.
3+ years in Information Security (CISSP, CISM preferred).
Strong understanding of security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST CSF, SOC2) and regulatory requirements (PSD2, DORA/ORA).
Expertise in IT security technologies, network protocols, and cloud security.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Solution-oriented, proactive, and adaptable in dynamic environments.
Apply now to play a key role in securing and enhancing our clients payments infrastructure!
About the Company
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