We are seeking an experienced Data Security Lead to develop and strengthen an organisation-wide approach to protecting sensitive... Read more
We are seeking an experienced Data Security Lead to develop and strengthen an organisation-wide approach to protecting sensitive information. This role will provide strategic direction and practical leadership across data security, ensuring that information is appropriately classified, handled, stored and shared throughout its lifecycle. You will work closely with technology, risk, legal, compliance and operational teams to embed effective controls and promote a strong culture of data protection and security awareness.
Key responsibilities will include defining and maintaining data security policies, standards and procedures; overseeing data classification, retention, access control and loss-prevention measures; and identifying opportunities to improve the monitoring and protection of structured and unstructured data. You will lead security assessments, support privacy and risk impact assessments, and advise on the secure design of new products, services and processes. The role will also involve managing data-related risks, tracking remediation activity, contributing to incident response, and preparing clear reports and recommendations for senior stakeholders. You will help establish meaningful security metrics and ensure that relevant controls are tested, reviewed and continually improved.
You will have substantial experience in data security, information security, cyber risk or a related discipline, with a strong understanding of data protection principles, governance frameworks and industry good practice. Experience of implementing data loss prevention, identity and access management, encryption, cloud security or data discovery technologies would be advantageous. You should be confident interpreting regulatory and contractual requirements and translating them into practical, proportionate controls. Strong communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills are essential, as is the ability to prioritise effectively and explain technical risks to non-technical audiences. Professional qualifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, ISO 27001 or relevant data protection certifications would be welcomed, alongside a proactive, collaborative approach and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Read lessLondon, England, United KingdomPermanent
We are seeking a Lead Security Architect – AI & Data to define and deliver secure, resilient and... Read more
We are seeking a Lead Security Architect – AI & Data to define and deliver secure, resilient and scalable architecture across data platforms, artificial intelligence solutions and emerging technologies. You will provide technical leadership throughout the design and delivery lifecycle, ensuring security is embedded from the outset and aligned with business objectives, regulatory obligations and recognised industry standards. The role will involve working with engineering, data, technology, risk and delivery teams to establish practical security controls without limiting innovation.
You will develop and maintain security architecture principles, reference models, patterns and roadmaps covering cloud services, data platforms, machine learning, generative AI, APIs, applications and infrastructure. Key responsibilities include identifying and managing cyber, privacy and information risks; conducting threat modelling and security assessments; defining appropriate controls for data classification, identity and access management, encryption, secrets management, monitoring and resilience; and reviewing proposed designs, suppliers and technical solutions. You will also support the development of AI governance, model security and responsible data-use practices, while contributing to incident response, assurance activities, audits and continuous improvement.
The successful candidate will have substantial experience in security architecture, with a strong background in data security, cloud technologies and AI or machine learning environments. You will be confident translating complex risks into clear recommendations for both technical and non-technical audiences and influencing decisions at senior level. Experience with enterprise architecture frameworks, secure development practices, privacy principles, risk management and relevant regulations is highly desirable. Professional security or architecture certifications, such as CISSP, CISM, SABSA, TOGAF or equivalent, would be advantageous. You will bring sound judgement, strong communication skills and a collaborative approach, together with the ability to lead through ambiguity and balance security, usability, cost and delivery priorities.
Read lessSalford, England, United KingdomPermanent
We are seeking a Lead Security Architect – AI & Data to define and deliver secure, scalable architecture... Read more
We are seeking a Lead Security Architect – AI & Data to define and deliver secure, scalable architecture across artificial intelligence, data and cloud environments. You will provide technical leadership on security strategy, ensuring that emerging technologies are adopted responsibly and that information, models, platforms and services are protected throughout their lifecycle. Working closely with engineering, data, risk, privacy and product teams, you will translate business objectives and regulatory expectations into practical, resilient security solutions.
Your responsibilities will include developing security architectures and reference patterns for AI, machine learning, analytics and data platforms; assessing threats, vulnerabilities and privacy risks; and establishing appropriate controls for identity, access, encryption, data classification, model security, supply-chain assurance and monitoring. You will lead architecture reviews, threat modelling and risk assessments, support secure-by-design delivery, and contribute to incident response and remediation planning where required. You will also help shape standards, policies and governance frameworks for the safe use of generative AI and other emerging technologies, while communicating complex technical matters clearly to senior stakeholders.
You will bring substantial experience in security architecture, cyber security engineering or a closely related discipline, with a strong understanding of cloud platforms, enterprise data estates and AI or machine learning environments. Knowledge of security frameworks, privacy principles, regulatory requirements and assurance practices is essential, together with experience of applying concepts such as zero trust, secure software development and defence in depth. Relevant professional certifications, such as CISSP, CISM, SABSA or cloud security qualifications, are desirable. We are looking for an influential and pragmatic leader who can balance innovation with risk management, challenge constructively, build trusted relationships and guide multidisciplinary teams towards secure, measurable outcomes.
Read lessStaines-upon-Thames, England, United KingdomPermanent
We are seeking a Lead Security Architect – AI & Data to define and advance security architecture across... Read more
We are seeking a Lead Security Architect – AI & Data to define and advance security architecture across artificial intelligence, data, analytics, and emerging digital platforms. This is a senior role for an experienced security professional who can translate complex business and technology requirements into practical, resilient, and risk-based solutions. You will establish architectural principles, patterns, standards, and reference designs that protect sensitive information throughout its lifecycle while enabling responsible innovation.
Key responsibilities will include leading security architecture reviews for AI, machine learning, cloud, data platforms, APIs, and enterprise applications; identifying threats and designing appropriate controls across identity, access management, encryption, privacy, network security, application security, monitoring, and resilience; and assessing risks associated with generative AI, model supply chains, data poisoning, prompt injection, unauthorised data exposure, and third-party services. You will partner with engineering, data, privacy, risk, compliance, and business teams to embed security by design, oversee technical exceptions, and support the development of policies and governance frameworks. The role will also involve mentoring architects and engineers, communicating security risks to senior stakeholders, and keeping security strategies aligned with evolving regulations and industry practices.
Applicants should have substantial experience in security architecture, with a strong background in data security, cloud technologies, AI or machine learning environments, and enterprise risk management. Professional certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, SABSA, TOGAF, or relevant cloud security credentials are desirable. You will bring a detailed understanding of security frameworks and standards, such as ISO 27001, NIST, Zero Trust, privacy principles, and secure software development practices. Strong analytical, communication, influencing, and stakeholder-management skills are essential, along with the ability to make sound decisions in ambiguous situations. Experience leading security transformation initiatives and working across complex, regulated environments would be highly valued.
Read lessLondon, England, United KingdomPermanent
We are seeking a Lead Security Engineer (Data) to define and deliver security capabilities that protect sensitive information... Read more
We are seeking a Lead Security Engineer (Data) to define and deliver security capabilities that protect sensitive information across its full lifecycle. This role will lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of data security controls across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments. You will work closely with engineering, architecture, governance, privacy, and risk teams to ensure that data is appropriately classified, protected, monitored, and managed in line with business and regulatory requirements.
Key responsibilities include developing and maintaining data security standards, patterns, and reference architectures; advising on encryption, tokenisation, key management, data loss prevention, identity and access management, and secrets management; and embedding security controls into data platforms, applications, APIs, and analytics environments. You will assess threats and vulnerabilities, support security reviews and risk assessments, define remediation plans, and help investigate and respond to data-related security incidents. The role will also involve setting technical direction, reviewing designs, evaluating security tooling, and driving automation to improve control effectiveness and operational efficiency.
You will bring substantial experience in data security engineering, security architecture, or a closely related discipline, with a strong understanding of modern data platforms, cloud technologies, and secure software development practices. Experience with major cloud security services, databases, data warehouses, security monitoring, and infrastructure-as-code is highly desirable. You should be confident translating complex security risks into practical solutions and communicating effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. A proactive approach, strong analytical skills, and the ability to influence through collaboration are essential. Relevant professional certifications in cloud, information security, privacy, or risk management would be advantageous.
Read lessLondon, England, United KingdomPermanent
We are seeking a Lead Data Security Engineer to design, implement, and continuously improve security controls that protect... Read more
We are seeking a Lead Data Security Engineer to design, implement, and continuously improve security controls that protect sensitive data across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments. You will provide technical leadership across data security initiatives, working closely with infrastructure, application, governance, risk, and compliance teams to embed secure-by-design principles throughout the organisation. The role will involve assessing data risks, defining security architectures, and translating regulatory and business requirements into practical, scalable solutions.
Key responsibilities include developing and maintaining data protection strategies covering encryption, tokenisation, masking, key management, data loss prevention, identity and access management, and secure data handling. You will lead security reviews for platforms, databases, APIs, analytics environments, and data pipelines; identify vulnerabilities and control gaps; and oversee remediation activities. You will also establish monitoring and detection capabilities, support incident response investigations, contribute to threat modelling, and help ensure that security controls are tested and evidenced effectively. As a technical lead, you will mentor engineers, influence architectural decisions, document standards, and communicate complex security topics clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
The successful candidate will bring substantial experience in data security engineering, cybersecurity architecture, or a related discipline, with a strong understanding of cloud security principles and modern data platforms. Practical knowledge of encryption technologies, secrets and key management, IAM, DLP, network security, vulnerability management, and security monitoring is essential. Experience with major cloud providers, infrastructure-as-code, CI/CD security, database technologies, and security automation would be highly valuable. You should be comfortable leading projects, balancing risk with delivery needs, and working within recognised security frameworks and privacy regulations. Relevant professional certifications or equivalent experience are desirable, alongside strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Read lessLondon, England, United KingdomPermanent
We are seeking an experienced Data Security Assurance Lead to strengthen the organisation’s approach to data protection, information... Read more
We are seeking an experienced Data Security Assurance Lead to strengthen the organisation’s approach to data protection, information security, and regulatory assurance. In this role, you will lead the development and delivery of data security assurance activities across business functions, technology environments, and third-party relationships. You will provide constructive challenge, identify areas of risk, and help ensure that sensitive information is managed securely throughout its lifecycle.
Key responsibilities will include maintaining and enhancing the data security assurance framework; planning and conducting risk-based reviews, control assessments, and compliance audits; and monitoring remediation activity to ensure issues are addressed within agreed timescales. You will assess the effectiveness of technical and procedural controls relating to access management, data loss prevention, encryption, retention, secure transfer, vulnerability management, incident response, and cloud security. The role will also involve supporting privacy and security impact assessments, reviewing supplier assurance evidence, preparing clear reports for senior stakeholders, and escalating significant risks where appropriate. You will work closely with technology, legal, risk, compliance, audit, and operational teams to embed practical and sustainable improvements.
The successful candidate will have substantial experience in data security, information assurance, cybersecurity governance, risk management, or a related discipline, ideally within a complex or regulated environment. You should have a strong understanding of relevant standards and legislation, such as ISO 27001, NIST, data protection requirements, and recognised control frameworks. Professional qualifications in information security, audit, privacy, or risk management are desirable. You will be confident analysing complex information, evaluating controls, and communicating findings to both technical and non-technical audiences. Strong stakeholder management, sound judgement, attention to detail, and the ability to influence without direct authority are essential. This is an opportunity to play a central role in improving security maturity and protecting critical information assets.
Read lessLondon, England, United KingdomPermanent
We are seeking an experienced Data Security Assurance Lead to strengthen the organisation’s approach to information security, data... Read more
We are seeking an experienced Data Security Assurance Lead to strengthen the organisation’s approach to information security, data protection and technology risk. This role will provide independent challenge and practical guidance across business and technology teams, helping to ensure that data is managed securely throughout its lifecycle and that appropriate controls are designed, implemented and maintained. You will work closely with stakeholders at all levels to promote a strong security culture and support the delivery of resilient, compliant services.
Key responsibilities will include developing and maintaining data security assurance frameworks, policies, standards and control requirements; planning and delivering risk-based assurance reviews; and assessing the effectiveness of controls relating to access management, encryption, data handling, retention, third-party services, cloud environments and incident response. You will identify weaknesses, assess potential impacts, agree remediation plans and monitor actions through to completion. The role will also contribute to security assessments for new projects, products and suppliers, review audit and regulatory findings, prepare clear reports for senior management, and provide concise recommendations that support informed decision-making. Where required, you will assist with investigations, business continuity exercises and responses to security incidents or emerging threats.
The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience in information security assurance, data protection, technology risk, audit or a closely related discipline. You should be confident interpreting security frameworks and regulatory requirements, with practical knowledge of standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls or similar. Familiarity with privacy principles, secure cloud services, identity and access management, vulnerability management and third-party risk will be highly valuable. Strong analytical, report-writing and stakeholder management skills are essential, together with the ability to communicate complex issues clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Relevant professional qualifications or certifications, such as CISA, CISSP, CRISC, CISM or equivalent experience, are desirable. A proactive, collaborative approach and the ability to manage competing priorities in a changing environment are also required.
Read lessLeeds, England, United KingdomPermanent
We are seeking an experienced Data Security Assurance Lead to strengthen the organisation’s approach to information security, data... Read more
We are seeking an experienced Data Security Assurance Lead to strengthen the organisation’s approach to information security, data protection and technology risk. In this role, you will lead assurance activities across data environments, applications, infrastructure and third-party services, providing clear and practical insight into the effectiveness of security controls. You will work closely with technology, privacy, risk, compliance and business stakeholders to identify vulnerabilities, assess control maturity and support the delivery of sustainable improvements.
Key responsibilities will include developing and maintaining a risk-based data security assurance plan; leading control reviews, risk assessments and security audits; assessing compliance with relevant legal, regulatory and industry requirements; and monitoring remediation activity to ensure agreed actions are completed effectively. You will produce concise reports for senior stakeholders, highlighting key risks, trends, dependencies and recommended actions. The role will also involve contributing to security policies and standards, supporting security-by-design practices, reviewing supplier and cloud security arrangements, and helping prepare for internal and external audits. You will promote consistent assurance methods and encourage a culture of accountability, resilience and continuous improvement.
Applicants should have substantial experience in information security, data assurance, technology risk, audit or a related discipline, with a strong understanding of security governance, risk management and control frameworks. Knowledge of standards and regulations such as ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2, GDPR or equivalent data protection requirements would be highly advantageous. You should be confident interpreting technical and business information, challenging constructively and communicating complex issues clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Strong analytical, organisational and stakeholder-management skills are essential, together with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work in a changing environment. Relevant professional qualifications, such as CISA, CISSP, CISM, CRISC or equivalent experience, are desirable.
Read lessEdinburgh, Scotland, United KingdomPermanent
We are seeking a highly skilled Data Security Lead to oversee and enhance our data protection strategies. In... Read more
We are seeking a highly skilled Data Security Lead to oversee and enhance our data protection strategies. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining security protocols to safeguard sensitive information. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess risks, manage security incidents, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations. Your expertise will be vital in designing and executing data security training programs to elevate the awareness of best practices among employees.
The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of data security frameworks and tools, along with a proven track record in incident response and vulnerability management. You will lead initiatives to identify potential security threats, analyze security breaches, and recommend improvements to existing systems. Additionally, you will maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and emerging threats, ensuring that our data security measures remain robust and effective.
Qualifications include a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, along with relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent. A minimum of 5 years of experience in data security or a related discipline is required, with demonstrated leadership capabilities. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders are essential for success in this role.
Read lessLondon, England, United KingdomPermanent
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