We cover a variety of cybersecurity and IT risk recruitment specialisms, connecting leading banks and insurance companies with mid- to senior-level talent. Offering in-depth sector knowledge and expansive networks, Harrington Starr delivers specialist talent that drives innovation.
Cyber and IT risk hiring is driven by regulation. From Europe's DORA deadlines to the rise of AI-generated deepfakes and synthetic threats, IT risk management and cybersecurity in 2025 is less about controls and more about capability.
We recruit across a broad range of roles within the sector, including but not limited to SME, cloud, AI, crypto, and security engineering. Our team covers:
We recruit across financial services for industry-leading banks and insurance companies, using a specialist headhunting and proactive approach to source expert talent for cybersecurity and IT risk jobs.
Our consultants aren’t spread too thin- we ensure that we have a deep understanding of the space you’re in, which means we can constantly offer you transparency instead of setting unrealistic expectations.
Since launching our agency in 2010, we have grown into a multi-award-winning fintech cyber recruitment company with a strong reputation in cybersecurity and IT risk hiring. With offices in London, Belfast, and New York, we provide industry-leading cyber security recruitment services with a truly global reach. Whether you are strengthening your finance security function, building resilience against emerging threats, or hiring for critical cyber roles, our specialist consultants are dedicated to sourcing the best and brightest professionals to protect and secure your organisation.
Whether you are a hands-on cybersecurity specialist, a cloud security engineer, or an experienced IT Risk leader seeking your next challenge, our dedicated team is here to help you secure a role that aligns with your long-term career ambitions. Demand for cyber talent across financial services remains strong, driven by evolving threats and increasing regulatory requirements, including DORA and operational resilience frameworks. We work closely with industry-leading banks, insurers, fintechs, and professional services firms to recruit mid to senior-level professionals across niche, fast-growing areas, including security engineering, DevSecOps, threat intelligence, and emerging technology risk. With a transparent, specialist-led approach and a deep understanding of this complex cybersecurity recruitment market, we connect you with opportunities where you can truly excel and make an impact.
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.
