Head of Information Security

4 weeks ago


West Midlands, United Kingdom Xpertise Recruitment Full time

Head of Information Security - Midlands (Hybrid) - £100k + Car Allowance + Bonus

Information Security | Strategy | Governance | Stakeholder Management | Risk | ISO27001

Salary: £100k + Car Allowance + Bonus

Location: Midlands (Hybrid)

Are you an Information Security leader looking for the next challenge in your career? Do you have demonstrable experience in defining and maintaining a Security vision and strategy? Have you previously been responsible for InfoSec policies and standards? Interested in working for an organisation who will support the development of your career? If so, I have a fantastic opportunity for you

I’m looking to speak with experienced Security leaders who have previously influenced senior stakeholders as part of steering committees and councils. You will need to have an excellent understanding of the various security frameworks. Any previous experience of leading a team in an international organisation would be highly beneficial.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist the CISO in managing InfoSec Governance Boards
  • Provide leadership and guidance to the 4 team members in the CISO office
  • Maintain and enhance the IT security strategy
  • Oversee change activities within the Information Security program
  • Manage the Information Security budget
  • Ensure awareness of Information Security across the organisation through targeted group-oriented communication
  • Take responsibility for Information Security policies and standards
  • Assist in projects across the organisation, ensuring security is considered at all stages
  • Participate in a number of steering committees across the organisation, ensuring security is suitably represented
  • Work closely with the InfoSec Architecture Council to understand their requirements
  • Act as a second in command to the CISO and fill in when they are unavailable

The Ideal Candidate

  • Strong project management skills to support the Information Security program
  • Ability to engage stakeholders at all levels of an organisation
  • Excellent leadership skills

Desired experience with:

  • Security frameworks
  • Utilities, critical infrastructure or engineering environments
  • Influencing senior stakeholders as part of steering committees and councils
  • Security strategies
  • Governance, risk and compliance

If you would like to be considered for this role, apply below or get in contact with Andrew Rose for further details.

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