Wise is a global technology company, building the best way to move and manage the world’s money.
Min fees. Max ease. Full speed.
Whether people and businesses are sending money to another country, spending abroad, or making and receiving international payments, Wise is on a mission to make their lives easier and save them money.
As part of our team, you will be helping us create an entirely new network for the world's money.
For everyone, everywhere.
More about our mission and what we offer.
Job DescriptionWe are looking for a Security Assurance Specialist - Cloud to join our mission and help us build a global platform that’s scalable, reliable, and secure. The Security Controls team plays a vital role in safeguarding Wise’s complex IT landscape. We specialise in the comprehensive testing, assessment, and continuous improvement of security-related controls.
What You’ll Do
We expect the ideal candidate to drive the testing of our cloud security controls with extensive experience in cloud-based environments (AWS, GCP) and infrastructure security concepts.
The perfect fit will execute both manual and automated testing of controls, have an understanding of industry standards (ISO27001, SOX 404, PCI DSS, etc.), and help to drive efficiency in our security practices.
This is a hands-on position in our Engineering organisation and part of the Security Team.
About You
Demonstrable prior experience (e.g., 5+ years) in testing security controls specifically in cloud-based environments and a deep understanding of the risks that impact this space.
Experience using both manual and automated testing methods to assess design and operating effectiveness, and implementing automated solutions to achieve controls testing efficiencies.
Experience leveraging data / analytics capabilities to drive efficiency in control testing practices.
Extensive knowledge of controls across a wide range of technical security domains, including but not limited to: Vulnerability Management, Network Security, Data Loss Prevention, and Incident Management.
Exposure to industry standards / security best practices such as ISO27001, SOX 404, PCI DSS, SOC, DORA.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical issues and control findings to diverse audiences.
Proficiency in developing test plans, executing test procedures, and documenting results.
Experience with GRC tools, audit management software, and security assessment tools.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment
Additional Information
Compensation: £85,000 - £105,000 + RSU
Our Benefits: What We Offer
We’re people without borders — without judgment or prejudice, too. We want to work with the best people, no matter their background. So if you’re passionate about learning new things and keen to join our mission, you’ll fit right in. Also, qualifications aren’t that important to us. If you’ve got great experience, and you’re great at articulating your thinking, we’d like to hear from you. And because we believe that diverse teams build better products, we’d especially love to hear from you if you’re from an under-represented demographic. For everyone, everywhere. We're people building money without borders — without judgement or prejudice, too. We believe teams are strongest when they are diverse, equitable and inclusive. We're proud to have a truly international team, and we celebrate our differences. Inclusive teams help us live our values and make sure every Wiser feels respected, empowered to contribute towards our mission and able to progress in their careers. If you want to find out more about what it's like to work at Wise visit Wise.Jobs. Keep up to date with life at Wise by following us on LinkedIn and Instagram.
Interested? Find out more:
How we work – a practical guide
DEI @ Wise
Wise Tech Stack (2025 update)
Our Engineering career map
Scaling our Infrastructure; how we make it work
Wise Engineering – https://medium.com/wise-engineering
What do we offer:
Starting salary: £85,000 - £105,000 + RSUs
Wise Benefits
If you want to find out more about what it's like to work at Wise visit Wise.Jobs.
Keep up to date with life at Wise by following us on LinkedIn and Instagram.
Additional InformationFor everyone, everywhere. We're people building money without borders — without judgement or prejudice, too. We believe teams are strongest when they are diverse, equitable and inclusive.
We're proud to have a truly international team, and we celebrate our differences.
Inclusive teams help us live our values and make sure every Wiser feels respected, empowered to contribute towards our mission and able to progress in their careers.
If you want to find out more about what it's like to work at Wise visit Wise.Jobs.
Keep up to date with life at Wise by following us on LinkedIn and Instagram.
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What We Do
Wise is a global technology company, building the best way to move and manage the world's money.
With Wise Account and Wise Business, people and businesses can hold 40 currencies, move money between countries and spend money abroad. Large companies and banks use Wise technology too; an entirely new network for the world's money. Launched in 2011, Wise is one of the world’s fastest growing, profitable tech companies.
In fiscal year 2025, Wise supported around 15.6 million people and businesses, processing over $185 billion in cross-border transactions and saving customers around $2.6 billion.
Why Work With Us
We’re truly global in who we are, how we work, and how we build. Everything we do is centred around creating a world of money that’s fast, easy, fair. And open to all. Everyone who works here owns a piece of Wise, from the work they do, to the stock they hold.
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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
We expect new joiners in the office most days to build connections and learn from colleagues for their first six months. After that, most Wisers split their working week between the office and home, typically coming in at least 12 times a month.
