Head of Digital Security, Risk & Governance
We are seeking an experienced Head of Digital Security, Risk & Governance to lead the development and delivery of a robust digital security and governance framework. This senior role will be responsible for protecting information, technology platforms, and digital services while enabling innovation and supporting strategic business objectives. You will establish clear security priorities, provide authoritative advice to senior stakeholders, and ensure that risks are identified, assessed, managed, and reported effectively.
Key responsibilities will include developing and maintaining digital security, risk, and governance strategies; overseeing information security policies, standards, controls, and assurance activities; and leading security risk assessments across technology, data, suppliers, projects, and operational services. You will manage incident preparedness and response, business continuity, disaster recovery, vulnerability management, and compliance monitoring. The role will also ensure alignment with relevant legislation, regulatory expectations, industry standards, and recognised frameworks. You will work closely with technology, legal, procurement, audit, privacy, and operational teams, while providing clear reporting on risk exposure, control effectiveness, remediation progress, and emerging threats.
The successful candidate will bring substantial experience in digital or information security, technology risk, governance, or a closely related discipline, gained in a complex organisation. You will have a strong understanding of security principles, risk management methodologies, data protection, third-party assurance, identity and access management, and security operations. Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, ISO 27001, or equivalent qualifications are desirable. Excellent communication, influencing, and leadership skills are essential, together with the ability to translate technical and regulatory issues into practical business decisions. You should be confident managing competing priorities, developing high-performing teams, and embedding a proactive culture of security, accountability, and continuous improvement.
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