Senior Cyber Security Lead

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We are seeking an experienced Senior Cyber Security Lead to provide strategic direction and operational leadership across the organisation’s cyber security function. This role will be responsible for strengthening security capability, protecting critical systems and information, and ensuring that cyber risk is identified, assessed and managed effectively. You will work closely with technology, risk, compliance and business stakeholders to embed security into projects, products, processes and day-to-day operations.

Key responsibilities will include developing and maintaining the cyber security strategy, policies, standards and control framework; leading security risk assessments and supporting the remediation of identified vulnerabilities; and overseeing security monitoring, incident response, threat management and investigation activities. You will provide expert advice on secure architecture, identity and access management, cloud security, data protection and third-party risk. The role will also involve coordinating penetration testing, vulnerability management, security audits and assurance activities, while ensuring that findings are tracked through to effective resolution. You will lead responses to significant security incidents and contribute to business continuity and disaster recovery planning.

The successful candidate will have substantial experience in a senior cyber security, information security or security engineering role, with a strong understanding of recognised security frameworks, risk management principles and relevant regulatory requirements. Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, SABSA or equivalent would be advantageous. You will bring experience of leading security teams or cross-functional programmes, managing suppliers and communicating complex technical risks to senior audiences. Strong knowledge of modern infrastructure, cloud environments, networks, applications, endpoint protection and security operations is essential. A proactive, collaborative approach, sound judgement and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels will be critical to success.

£70,000.00 - £85,000.00
Per annum
Added 23/09/2026
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