Chief Information Security Officer
We are seeking an experienced Chief Information Security Officer to lead the development and execution of an organisation-wide information security strategy. This senior leadership role will be responsible for protecting critical systems, data, services and infrastructure while enabling secure business growth. You will establish a clear security vision, advise executive leadership on cyber risk, and ensure that security considerations are embedded into strategic planning, technology investment and operational decision-making.
Your responsibilities will include overseeing the information security, cyber risk, governance, privacy and resilience functions; maintaining and continuously improving the security framework; and ensuring compliance with applicable legislation, regulations, standards and contractual obligations. You will lead risk assessments, security monitoring, vulnerability management, incident response, business continuity and disaster recovery planning. The role will also involve managing the response to significant security incidents, coordinating investigations, communicating with relevant stakeholders, and ensuring that lessons learned are translated into measurable improvements. You will develop security policies, controls and performance metrics, manage third-party and supply-chain risks, and oversee security audits, assurance activities and remediation programmes. Building strong relationships with technology, operations, legal, compliance and business teams will be essential.
Applicants should bring substantial experience in information security or cyber security leadership, ideally within a complex, highly regulated or rapidly changing environment. You will have a strong understanding of security architecture, threat management, identity and access management, data protection, cloud security, secure development and risk management. Relevant professional qualifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC or equivalent are desirable. The successful candidate will be an influential communicator who can explain complex risks clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences, challenge constructively, and build a culture of security awareness across all levels. Strategic thinking, sound judgement, integrity, resilience and the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams are essential.
Chief Information Security Officer
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