• Job Description

  Req#: R0026506

  We believe in better. And we make it happen.

  Better content. Better products. And better careers.

  Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate.

  We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love.

  And we do it all right here at Sky.

  What you'll do:

  The Group Cyber Security Compliance team is responsible for ensuring the controls needed to demonstrate compliance for regulatory requirements, security frameworks and internal policies and standards. This is an exciting time for the team, with cyber security risk and compliance a key focus area at Board level.

  • Management and ownership of Cyber Security initiatives focusing in particular on adherence to external compliance obligations, assessing opportunities for ongoing improvement.
  • Day-to-day operation of the compliance assurance process, including ownership, creation and operation of the central cyber control framework, attestation requirements and policy exceptions.
  • Interface with external audit functions to ensure non-compliances are identified and to drive cyber remediation activities across all areas of the organisation.
  • Preparation of compliance risk papers, ownership of compliance policies and governance documentation, including compliance metrics management reporting.
  • Work closely with all teams across Technology and wider Business to drive ownership and mitigation of compliance risks, as well as ensuring compliance by design into all current and new practices.
  • Source of subject matter expertise and guidance for internal teams on cyber compliance obligations.
  • Understand and assimilate external changes in the compliance landscape, and the impact on Sky teams.
  • Day-to-day line management of Compliance Analyst(s).

  What you'll bring:

  • Experience in Information Security and/or Technology risk or compliance management in areas such as GDPR, SOX, PCI-DSS and understand the potential consequences and significance to Sky for non-compliance.
  • Process driven, self-motivated and well-organised. You will have excellent analysis skills and lots of initiative.
  • Great at managing a variety of stakeholders, and adept at communicating technical topics effectively to non-technical audiences such that business impacts and benefits are understood. You will also have good engagement skills to foster strong relationships with external security organisations.
  • Familiar with enterprise risk and compliance platforms (e.g. ServiceNow).
  • A team player and collaborator with the skills, patience, pragmatism and ability to accept rebuffs and setbacks without undue rancour.
  • Someone who thrives in an environment of change. Happy to challenge the status quo when appropriate, you are as comfortable promoting continuous improvement as you are working to agreed objectives, targets and timescales. In short, you are just the person for this interesting, varied and challenging role. Further, we’d like you to have a demonstrable understanding of relevant laws and regulations relating to the protection of information, for example:
  • Have an in-depth understanding of how information security related risks can impact an organisation, especially in relation to Sky’s businesses strong communication and articulation skills, both written (in particular PowerPoint) and verbal, with the ability to articulate & author reports, recommendations and similar written communications.
  • Ideally, have a recognised professional security qualification /membership in compliance or I.T. risk and controls assessment.

  Team overview

  Strategy & Security: We play a meaningful role in crafting a cohesive tech strategy across all of our teams – uniting our tech teams to work towards clear and common goals. Behind the scenes, we’re protecting our business and our customers from cyber threats. Join a team that’s kickstarting and leading mission-critical work across Sky.

  The rewards

  There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to #LifeAtSky: the perks. Here’s a taster:

  • Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place
  • The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate
  • A generous pension package
  • Private healthcare
  • Discounted mobile and broadband
  • A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences

  Inclusion & how you'll work

  We are a Disability Confident Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all, and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can.

  We’ve embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You’ll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process.

  Your office space

  Osterley

  Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers.

  On campus, you’ll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon.

  Livingston:

  Our lively campus is a free shuttle bus away from Livingston South train station and the town centre. Plus, there’s onsite parking available for cars, motorbikes and bicycles.

  You’ll be well fed at our subsidised canteen, and you can keep in shape at our onsite gym. Or play a game of pool or table tennis.

  We'd love to hear from you

  Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It’s a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next.

  But better doesn’t stop at what we do, it’s how we do it, too. We embrace each other’s differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet.

  If you believe in better, we’ll back you all the way.

  Just so you know: if your application is successful, we’ll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.

• About the company

  Sky News is a British English language free-to-air television news channel and organisation.

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