(Junior) IT Security Officer (80% - 100%)

Location: Zurich

About Us

Rothschild & Co is a leading global financial services group with seven generations of family control and a history of over 200 years at the centre of the world's financial markets.

Our expertise, intellectual capital and global network enable us to provide a distinct perspective that makes a meaningful difference to our clients, communities and planet.

We have 4,600 talented specialists on the ground in over 40 countries around the world, enabling us to deliver a unique global perspective across four market-leading business divisions – Global Advisory, Wealth Management, Asset Management and Five Arrows.

As a family-controlled business built on relationships, we place a huge emphasis on our people and finding the right colleagues to take our business forward.

Rothschild & Co is committed to an inclusive and supportive environment where different perspectives are valued. We are focused on the attraction and recruitment, development and retention and progression of high calibre talent to ensure we and our clients benefit from the value of difference.

Overview of Role

Rothschild & Co Bank AG’s IT Security team is responsible for implementing the information- and cybersecurity strategy in accordance with internal security standards, regulatory requirements and best practices for the Rothschild & Co Wealth Management division in Switzerland.

This role is suitable for a somebody with the will to develop in the field of  IT security with a good eye for detail. The ideal candidate would have a solid understanding of technical security matters and also has knowledge of frameworks such as ISO 27001 and NIST.

Responsibilities

Lead Threat & Vulnerability Management (TVM) activities, including tracking emerging threats and vulnerabilities, coordinating remediation and patching activities with IT teams and service providers, and monitoring remediation KPIs.

Coordinate and manage penetration tests, red team exercises, and other security assessment activities.

Implement and maintain a centralized process for tracking remediations of security findings and vulnerabilities to ensure timely mitigation and effective risk reduction.

Collaborate in the deployment and utilization of IT security technologies across key control areas to effectively mitigate cybersecurity risks and ensure compliance with information security standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices

Execute and maintain daily security operations to ensure robust protection of organizational assets.

Support IT Projects and lead security projects, including initiatives to enhance cybersecurity hygiene across the organization

Develop and maintain security documentation including technical standards, methodologies and procedures

Implement and monitor IT security controls to ensure adherence to regulatory standards and organizational policies

Provide comprehensive support for internal and external audits, ensuring all security controls are thoroughly documented and compliant

Offer expert advisory support through thorough documentation review, assurance tests, technology assessments, and strategic foresight to anticipate future security needs

Demonstrate a proactive approach to personal development by engaging in security trainings and pursuing relevant certifications, such as CISSP, to maintain and enhance cybersecurity knowledge and skills

Experience, Skills and Competencies Required

Master degree in computer science, information technology, cybersecurity, or related field

Newly graduated to 3 years working experience

Self-motivated, proactive, well organized and delivery focused – the candidate must be able to work independently and switch between several simultaneous projects and effectively prioritize work

Strong problem solver and excellent analytical skills

Strong team player and very good communication skills (verbal and written) – the candidate must be a team player and able to effectively interact with other team members of the Rothschild & Co Group

Understanding of IT Security architecture concepts, technologies and good security practices

Proficient in English (written and spoken) is a must, additional languages (German, French, Italian) desirable

Preferred, knowledge of various information security frameworks and technologies, e.g. ISO 27001 and/or NIST Cybersecurity Framework

Preferred, knowledge of Swiss banking regulations and their applicability to technology

Benefits

Rothschild & Co is committed to safeguarding and enhancing the health and wellbeing of all its employees. To support this, Rothschild & Co provides all employees with a range of healthcare services and benefits that aim to support their overall wellbeing

We are conducive to creating a working environment and culture where people can succeed

We provide a variety of inhouse trainings, as well as tuition assistance for further education and training courses

Everyone can choose to incorporate agile working principles into their working week

We believe there are opportunities for all of us to enhance our working lives and outcomes, by applying a more flexible approach to where and when we work and up to 40% of your work time can be performed from home.

If you are curious to learn more about us and have valuable experiences in a similar role, then please submit your CV and Cover Letter through our recruitment tool.