It Policy Writer

An experienced IT Policy writer is needed for a 6 month contract with a financial markets company in the city.

Thorough understanding of IT operations and processes, and relevant experience in a financially regulated firm.

Ability to explain technical concepts to people with a non-technical background to aid understanding and decision making.
Self directed and structured approach to work.

The role is hybrid, split 3 days in and 2 at home,

IT Policy Writer to initially perform a gap analysis across the current policy documentation, the Group standard and best practise that is aligned to a (to be agreed) recognised standard. (Eg CIS,Nist, ISO2700).

New policy framework will also need to cater for the expectation of financial regulators (SEC(US), FCA(UK), FINMA (Swiss))

Then to transfer existing documentation or create & update new policies to the agreed standard.

Updates and creation of new policies will need to be done working closely with S&P Information Security Officer, IT Department and Senior Management.

Duties

Review and familiarize with existing Group and Firm IT Policies
Perform a gap analysis to identify changes required to existing documentation.
Propose new Policy Framework.
Implement agreed policies in line with agreed framework.