Head of Information Security, Technology
We are seeking an experienced Head of Information Security, Technology to lead the development and delivery of a robust security strategy across a complex technology environment. This is a senior leadership role responsible for protecting critical systems, data and services while enabling innovation and business growth. You will provide clear direction on information security risks, controls and priorities, ensuring that security is embedded throughout technology planning, delivery and operations.
You will lead a team of security professionals and work closely with technology, risk, compliance, audit and business stakeholders. Key responsibilities will include setting and maintaining the information security strategy, governance framework, policies and standards; overseeing security architecture, identity and access management, vulnerability management, threat detection and incident response; and ensuring that security requirements are incorporated into projects, cloud services and technology change. You will also manage security risk assessments, assurance activity, third-party risk and regulatory obligations, providing concise reporting and recommendations to senior leadership. In the event of a security incident, you will coordinate effective response, investigation, remediation and lessons learned.
The successful candidate will have substantial experience leading information security within a technology-led or similarly complex organisation, with a strong understanding of cyber security principles, risk management, security operations, cloud environments and modern technology architectures. Relevant professional qualifications or equivalent experience are desirable. You will be an accomplished people leader and communicator, capable of influencing at senior level and translating technical issues into clear business decisions. A pragmatic, collaborative and proportionate approach is essential, together with the ability to balance strong security controls with excellent customer and colleague experience. This role offers the opportunity to shape a forward-looking security capability and make a significant contribution to organisational resilience.
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