Head of Infrastructure and Cyber Security
We are seeking an experienced Head of Infrastructure and Cyber Security to lead the strategy, operation and continual improvement of a secure, resilient and high-performing technology environment. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for infrastructure services, cyber security, technology risk and operational resilience across the organisation. You will provide clear direction to technical teams and stakeholders, ensuring that technology services support business priorities while meeting regulatory, governance and security requirements.
You will develop and implement infrastructure and cyber security roadmaps, oversee cloud, network, server, endpoint and identity services, and ensure systems are scalable, available and appropriately protected. Key responsibilities include leading security operations, vulnerability and patch management, incident response, disaster recovery and business continuity planning. You will establish effective policies, controls and monitoring arrangements, manage security risks and ensure timely remediation of identified weaknesses. The role will also involve managing budgets, suppliers and third-party risks, overseeing audits and compliance activity, and providing clear reporting on service performance, risk exposure and improvement plans. You will champion security awareness and promote a culture of continuous improvement across the organisation.
Applicants should have substantial experience leading infrastructure and cyber security functions in a complex environment, together with a strong understanding of modern cloud technologies, networks, enterprise systems, identity and access management, threat detection and security frameworks. Experience of developing and delivering technology strategies, managing major incidents and leading transformation programmes is essential. You will be an influential communicator who can translate technical and security issues for senior audiences, build effective relationships and make sound decisions under pressure. Relevant professional qualifications in cyber security, information technology, risk or service management are desirable, as is experience working with recognised standards such as ISO 27001, NIST or the Cyber Essentials framework.
Head of Infrastructure and Cyber Security
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