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Cyber Security and IT Risk Recruitment

Placing Talent to Secure Your Business's Future

Providing Organisations with a World-Class Strategic Partnership

Since forming in 2010, we are proud to have developed into a multi-award-winning and forward-thinking Fintech recruitment business. With offices located in London, Belfast, and New York, our services have a global reach. So, no matter where you are located, your business size, or your ambitions, we are dedicated to helping your organisation flourish. 

In today's digital world, cyber security and IT risk are critical for businesses of all sizes and industries. Cyber security professionals help protect your company against data theft, cyberattacks, and system failures, which can damage your finances and your company's reputation. IT risk ensures the seamless operation of crucial systems, helping to maintain production and minimise risks. By proactively addressing these risks, your business can confidently operate in this increasingly technological age. 

We pride ourselves on being change-makers within the Fintech industry and are ready to partner with your businesses to ensure you have the talent you need to achieve unprecedented success.  

The roles we recruit for range from highly specific in mature teams to security 'allrounders' as an organisation’s first security hire.

Specialisms and roles we recruit:

  • Information Security Leadership- CISO level, Heads of Information Security, Director level roles
  • Blue Team/ Defensive Security -Security Operations/ Engineering, SOC Analysts, Tooling/ SIEM Specialists, Threat Hunting
  • Red Team/ Offensive Security/ Penetration Testing -OSCP, OSCE, CREST and CHECK Team Leader certified candidates
  • Application Security
  • Governance, Risk and Compliance -, ISO27001 Implementation, Security Awareness/ Training Specialists, Security Policy, 3rdParty Assurance and Risk Management
  • Threat Intelligence
  • Cloud security and DevSecOps
  • Security Architecture - Enterprise-level and "hands-on" roles
  • Malware and Computer Forensics

What we offer:

  • The ability to place single key vacancies and to deliver on volume project hires
  • Free salary surveys covering different skillsets and locations and available on request
  • Different service levels covering retained and contingent recruitment
  • Access to a number of talent acquisition tools including LinkedIn Recruiter, a custom-built database of global candidates and online advertising
  • Dedicated Information Security networking events held throughout the year

Industry-Leading IT Risk and Cyber Security Recruitment Solutions

Taking a value-focused approach, our specialist teams invest time in truly understanding your security needs and diving deep into your workforce and culture. This knowledge ensures excellence in all our interactions with you. It enables us to build high-performing cyber security and IT risk teams who not only have a deep understanding of regulatory compliance, threat intelligence, and risk management but also align with your culture and contribute to organisational growth. 

As IT risk and cyber security recruitment experts with the Fintech industry, we can access an extensive candidate database of active and passive candidates and source industry-leading professionals. We are thought leaders within the sector and continuously analyse industry trends and refine our service to meet changing demands. 

Our specialist consultants maintain a firm commitment to transparent communication and alignment with your expectations throughout our partnership. By understanding the uniqueness of your business, we can adapt and be flexible where needed, ensuring we provide a tailored service at all times.

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Unlock your Potential with our Expert Job Search Services

With businesses increasingly investing in cyber security and IT risk to counter the growing threats effectively, they need talented professionals like you to fill the latest IT risk and cyber security jobs. That's why we are passionate about providing dedicated support at every step of your recruitment journey.  

Our experts are thought leaders in the industry, allowing us to personalise our guidance to your unique needs, values, and personality. We are dedicated to connecting the next generation of leaders with IT risk and cyber security jobs that align with your career goals. 

By enabling us to become your job search partner, you can access our vast business network and expert insights into the latest industry trends. Through this partnership, we ensure you will be offered the most relevant opportunities, enabling you to unlock your potential. 

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Our Other Fintech Recruitment Specialisms

Helping you grow your teams, supporting businesses across an array of specialisms.
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Application Support

We are passionate about connecting businesses with skilled professionals who play a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless operation of financial systems. With expertise in application support within the fintech industry, we streamline the recruitment process, contributing to the stability and efficiency of our client's financial technology infrastructure. 
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Change and Transformation

Our Change and Transformation team specialise in placing project managers and business analysts within fintech, recognising their crucial role. We source talented individuals with the strategic vision and technical expertise needed for successful projects, empowering organisations to achieve their fintech objectives.

Cyber Security and IT Risk

We bridge the gap between top-tier cybersecurity and IT professionals and leading fintech companies. Our team recognises the vital role these specialists play in fortifying cybersecurity measures, neutralising potential threats, and protecting the sensitive data entrusted to our fintech clients. Drawing on our in-depth knowledge of the ever-evolving fintech landscape, we excel at matching businesses with the ideal cybersecurity talent to meet their unique requirements.
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Data

Our Data team understands the pivotal role of data in strategic decision-making and innovation, dedicating itself to sourcing skilled professionals in data analysis, science, engineering, and governance. Recognising the unique challenges of financial institutions, we connect clients with top-tier talent to manage and leverage their data assets effectively.
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DevOps and Cloud Engineering

Our DevOps and Cloud Engineering team understands the importance of agility, scalability, and reliability in today's digital world. We're dedicated to finding skilled professionals in DevOps practices and cloud technologies. Our consultants closely match top candidates with clients' infrastructure needs, including expertise in AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud and containerisation, orchestration, and CI/CD pipelines.
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Infrastructure Support

Our Infrastructure Support team sources skilled professionals in network and system administration, virtualisation, and server management. We address challenges in maintaining performance and security for financial institutions. Whether clients need support for on-premises or cloud-based infrastructures, we connect them with experts for smooth IT operations, driving business growth in the financial technology space. 
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Network Engineering

Our Network Engineering recruitment team specialises in the financial technology sector, recognising the crucial role of robust network infrastructure in secure transactions. We're dedicated to sourcing skilled professionals in network design, implementation, and maintenance, ensuring compliant, high-speed networks for financial institutions.

Product Management

Our Product Management team recognises the vital role of product managers in innovation and customer value. We're dedicated to finding skilled individuals in product strategy and development lifecycle management. Our consultants deeply understand the challenges financial institutions face in delivering innovative fintech solutions while navigating regulations.
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QA Testing

We recognise the importance of quality assurance in financial software reliability and compliance. Our consultants specialise in sourcing skilled professionals experienced in testing financial applications, offering support in various testing methodologies to ensure software integrity and functionality.
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Quantitative Finance

Quantitative finance is a vital area for fintech firms looking to harness the power of statistical analysis to enhance decision making and optimise financial processes. With influential trends like the rise of AI, the growth of big data, and an ever-more complex regulatory landscape increasing the demand for highly skilled quantitative finance professionals, it is important for fintech businesses to gain an edge over the intensifying competition.

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Sales and Marketing

As sales and marketing recruitment experts, our consultants take pride in helping companies to source the brightest and best candidates for their all-important sales and marketing positions. In a climate of increasingly complex regulations and swiftly evolving marketing landscapes, securing exceptional talent can be a difficult undertaking. But by leveraging our sales recruitment expertise, fintech companies will be well-equipped to build high-performing sales and marketing teams.

Software Engineering

Our Software Engineering team prioritises recruiting professionals adept in building fintech solutions, with expertise in UI/UX design and languages like C++, Python, Java, and C#. We connect clients with skilled software engineers to develop trading platforms, risk management systems, and customer-facing applications. Our consultants leverage their industry expertise to build tailored, high-performing teams for the fast-evolving world of fintech.

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Office Locations

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London

info@harringtonstarr.com +44 (0)203 587 7007

Vintners Place, 68 Upper Thames St., London EC4V 3BJ

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New York

info@harringtonstarr.com +1 646 381 2067

575 Lexington Avenue, 14th Floor, New York, NY 10022

Belfast

info@harringtonstarr.com +44 (0)203 587 7007

River House, 48 60 High Street, Belfast, BT1 2BE

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