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We are looking for a highly skilledInformation Security Consultantto join our Operational Risk Management (ORM) team at the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). This is a unique opportunity to play a vital role in protecting the EBRD’s Information Assets and IT Facilities, supporting the delivery of critical projects, and shaping our security and risk governance across the Bank; with a focus on providing Information Security consultancy to the business and performing supplier assurance assessments.

Your Role and Purpose

As an Information Security Consultant, you will support the Head of Information Security in managing Information Security (IS) risks across the Bank. You will be responsible for:

• Providing technical security consultancy and managing risk assessments, including third-party and cybersecurity risks.
• Identifying and assessing AI risks and devising remediation programmes.
• Working on key Information and Cybersecurity remediation projects such as Data Leakage Prevention (DLP) and Supplier Assurance Security Reviews.
• Assess and advise on technical risk mitigation measures, review identified risks, analyse security incidents and communicate risk mitigation actions, plans and activities to management and peers for strategic decision-making.
• Ensuring regulatory compliance and supporting internal/external reviews.
• Work closely with the IT Department on technical aspects of information security in the Bank.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct Information Security and Cybersecurity assessments and technical risk evaluations.
• Design remediation projects, in particular around Data Leakage, Supplier Security Assurance and AI.
• Liaise with IT and MSSP teams to identify and remediate security risks/incidents.
• Draft reports, risk register updates, and maintain documentation aligned with best practice (ISO 27001, NIST CSF).
• Track and advise on industry security trends and their implications.
• Contribute to social engineering assessments, BAU risk mitigation, and business process evaluations.
• Influence and support change by aligning policy updates with new regulations and business needs.

What We’re Looking For

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (preferably in IT, Security, or Risk).
• At least one recognised IS qualification (CISM, CISA, CISSM, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor/Implementer, CIPP/E).
• Proven experience in delivering project and supplier assurance activities in the IS domain.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, especially the ability to translate technical details into business-friendly language.
• Effective project management and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and maintain high attention to detail.
• A collaborative mindset with strong influencing and problem-solving capabilities.

What is it like to work at the EBRD?

Our agile and innovative approach is what makes life at the EBRD a unique experience! You will be part of a pioneering and diverse international organisation, and use your talents to make a real difference to people's lives and help shape the future of the regions we invest in.

The EBRD environment provides you with:

• Varied, stimulating and engaging work that gives you an opportunity to interact with a wide range of experts in the financial, political, public and private sectors across the regions we invest in;
• A working culture that embraces inclusion and celebrates diversity;
• An environment that places sustainability, equality and digital transformation at the heart of what we do.

Diversity is one of the Bank’s core values which are at the heart of everything it does. A diverse workforce with the right knowledge and skills enables connection with our clients, brings pioneering ideas, energy and innovation. The EBRD staff is characterised by its rich diversity of nationalities, cultures and opinions and we aim to sustain and build on this strength. As such, the EBRD seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities and works in an inclusive environment. The EBRD encourages all qualified candidates who are nationals of the EBRD member countries to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities. As an inclusive employer, we promote flexible working and expecting our employee to attend the office 50% of their working time.

Please note, that due to the high volume of applications received, we regret to inform you that we are unable to provide detailed feedback to candidates who have not been shortlisted (for further consideration).