Head of IT Security

1 day ago


Liverpool, United Kingdom Ascent People Ltd Full time

Group Head of IT
An international organisation, established for over 100 years with a global network of strategically placed offices.

With an exceptional reputation within the scientific industry for delivering knowledge and professionalism in all aspects of their service they thrive by continuing to re-invest in their facilities, technology and people.

THE ROLE – Head of IT Security
The Head of IT Security's role is to provide vision and leadership for developing and supporting security initiatives. The Head of IT Security directs the planning and implementation of enterprise IT systems, business operations, and facility defences against security breaches and vulnerability issues. This individual is also responsible for security auditing existing systems, while directing the administration of security policies, activities, and standards.

Strategy & Planning
Lead strategic security planning to achieve business goals by prioritising defence initiatives and coordinating the evaluation, deployment, and management of current and future security technologies using a risk-based assessment methodology.
Assist with the design and implementation of disaster recovery and business continuity plans, procedures, audits, and enhancements.
Develop, implement, maintain, and oversee enforcement of policies, procedures, and associated plans for system security administration and user system access based on industry-standard best practices.
Acquisition & Deployment
~ Define and communicate corporate plans, procedures, policies, and standards for the organisation for acquiring, implementing, and operating new security systems, equipment, software, and other technologies.

Work closely with the IT department on corporate technology development to fully secure information, computer, network, and processing systems.
Manage the administration of all computer security systems and their corresponding or associated software, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, cryptography systems, and anti-virus software.
Manage the administration of the facility's security systems and their corresponding equipment or software, including fire alarms, locks, intruder detection systems, sprinkler systems, and anti-theft measures.
Ensure that facilities, premises, and equipment adhere to all applicable laws and regulations.
Recommend and implement changes in security policies and practices in accordance with changes in local or federal law.
Assess and communicate any and all security risks associated with any and all purchases or practices performed by the company.
Collaborate with IT leaders, Data Protection Officers, and HR to establish and maintain a system for ensuring that security and privacy policies are met.
Where necessary, supervise recruitment, development, retention, and organisation of security staff in accordance with corporate budgetary objectives and personnel policies.
Advise, counsel, and educate executive and management teams on their relative importance and financial impact.

Excellent knowledge of technology environments, including information security, building security, and defence solutions.
Considerable knowledge of business theory, business processes, management, budgeting, and business office operations.
Good understanding of computer systems characteristics, features, and integration capabilities.
Excellent understanding of project management principles.
Demonstrated ability to apply IT in solving security problems.
Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language.
Required Work Experience
Experience managing and/or directing an IT and/or security operation.
Proven experience in planning, organising, and developing IT security and facility security system technologies.
Experience in planning and executing security policies and standards development.
Substantial exposure to data processing, hardware platforms, enterprise software applications, and outsourced systems.
Experience with systems design and development from business requirements analysis through to day-to-day management.

Remuneration - Exceptional base salary + bonus - please ask for more details on application.

To be considered for this role please send your CV for immediate attention.

This role will be onsite 4-5 days a week. Please do not apply unless you are willing to commute daily or relocate.



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