Information Security Service Manager

Copper is a digital asset technology company dedicated to helping institutional investors safely acquire, trade, and store crypto assets.

Built and led by Dmitry Tokarev, a software and financial engineering specialist, the firm provides a comprehensive suite of custody, trading and settlement solutions that reduce counterparty risk and bring greater capital and operational efficiency to digital asset markets. At the heart of Copper's offering is Multi-Party Computation (MPC) technology – the gold standard in secure custody. Copper’s multi-award winning custody system is unique in that it can be connected to centralised exchanges, DeFi applications and even staking pools without the assets leaving the custody.

Built on top of this state-of-the-art custody, ClearLoop™ is the first solution in the market that overcomes a growing industry challenge; counterparty risk with exchanges. This solution underpins a full prime services offering, connecting global exchanges and enabling customers to trade and settle directly from the safety of their MPC-secured wallets. By reducing settlement time for transfers to a few milliseconds (without blockchain network dependency) and offering enhanced security measures, ClearLoop™ is rapidly reshaping the way asset managers trade and manage capital.

In addition to industry-leading security certifications, Copper has one of the strongest insurance coverages in the industry from an A+ rated insurer, positioning the firm as the partner of choice for institutions seeking to safeguard their assets.

Department environment

Copper’s Information Security department keep the business’ systems and network resources secure and protect the company, employees, and client data. A key member of Copper’s Information Security team, the Information Security Service Manager is the primary contact within the Information Security team for wider business stakeholders. Reporting to the Head of Security and working closely with the operational security leads, Security Architecture team, and product and business system owners the role is central to delivering effective infosec services across Copper. 

Key Responsibilities of the role

• Represent the operational security functions to stakeholders across the broader business. 
•  Work with the Application Security, Infrastructure Security, and Security Operations leads to develop a roadmap and project plan for key programmes, coordinating efforts and providing guidance on best practices. 
• Identify and track key performance and efficacy metrics for the operational security teams. 
• Represent the security function in product planning meetings, ensuring that security considerations and timescales are identified and incorporated into release plans. 
• Ensure that processes and procedures within Information Security meet the requirements for the attainment and maintenance of Copper’s security accreditations. 
• Advocate for secure practices across the business and ensure that Copper maintains its security-first mindset. 

Your experience, skills and knowledge

Essential 

• Information Security Expertise: Must have experience in managing security services in a cloud-first environment.  
• Security Principles and Risk Management: Must possess a solid understanding of information security principles and risk management practices. The ability to apply these concepts effectively in real-world scenarios to safeguard Copper assets is essential.  
• Knowledge of Information Security Standards and Frameworks: Must possess a good grasp of critical information security standards and frameworks, such as ISO 27001, SOC2, NIST, and GDPR, is required. Candidates should be capable of adapting and applying these standards to ensure compliance and enhance the Copper’s security posture.  
• Communication Skills: Must have strong communication skills and the ability to explain complex security issues to a wide range of audiences, helping to align technical teams and senior management on security priorities and strategies. 
• Analytical and Detail-Oriented: The role requires an analytical mindset and an eye for detail while maintaining an overall ‘big picture’ approach that supports the overall business. 

Desirable 

• Professional Certifications: Professional certifications such as CISM, CISSP, or their equivalents are desirable. 
• Collaborative Teamwork and Leadership: Ability to work effectively within team environments and to lead security initiatives. 
• Strategic Contribution: Ability to drive strategic improvements in the Copper’s security practices, with the ability to protect against immediate threats but also to shape long-term security strategies and contribute to the creation of a resilient security culture. 

The benefits offered

• Holidays: 27 days per annum paid holiday, in addition to bank holidays
• Years of Service Days: Employees are awarded one additional day of paid time off per year of service (up to three years)
• • Vitality Health:  
  • Medical Insurance: Copper provides all employees with individual cover. Medical history is disregarded, and a 24/7 virtual GP is available (£100 excess per person per year) 
  • Dental Insurance: Comprehensive dental cover for preventative, restorative and emergency treatment 
  • Audiology Cover: Employees can claim back up 80% of costs, up to £300, for any hearing tests or hearing aids 
  • Optical Cover: £500 optical cover (through Vision Express) or 80% reimbursement up to £300 for any other optician 
  • Menopause Support: Unlimited support for those experiencing symptoms of the menopause, such as video consultations with a dedicated menopause practitioner 
  • Vitality services also include an additional £100 for minor diagnostic tests and private prescriptions, including home diagnostics 
  • Headspace - Copper's policy provides all employees with a free Headspace subscription. Headspace provides great resources to manage stress, improve sleep, meditate and enhance mindfulness 
  • Discounts and free benefits - the Vitality programme has been designed for preventative care to encourage members to improve their overall health and will reward those for doing so. Employees can access additional benefits such as 50% off running shoes, discounted health screenings, 50% off at Nuffield Health or Virgin Active gyms and much more 
  • Home Working Energy Support Scheme: to combat energy prices increasing globally, Copper will provide you, in addition to your salary, with a monthly top-up of £60 or £75 (subject to your energy supplier) 
  • Pension up to 10% matched contribution to our company pension scheme via Smart Pensions 
  • Cycle to Work 
  • Life Insurance cover: Four times your base salary 
  • EAP: access unlimited mental health consultations and contact a 24/7 confidential helpline for emotional support 
  • Unmind 
  • Sponsored Learning and Development opportunities 
  • Regular company events and social activities 

  In return for everything you can bring to Copper, we can offer you an exciting, challenging role in a fast-growing and dynamic business, with career opportunities and welcoming working environment. 

  If you think you have everything we're looking for and more, then we'd love you to apply for the opportunity. 

  Copper is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and equal opportunities in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. So bring us your experience, perspectives and skills. It is in our differences that we will continue to grow and ensure Copper is transforming how institutional investors engage with digital assets. 

   

Copper is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and equal opportunities in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. So, bring us your experience, perspectives, and skills. It is in our differences that we will continue to grow and ensure Copper is transforming how institutional investors engage with digital assets. Copper is a Disability Confident Employer, please let us know if you have a disability. If you require us to provide any assistance during the recruitment process, then we would ask you to highlight this to us and we will be happy to accommodate.