Head of Information Security

Head of Information Security

London (Hybrid – 2–3 days onsite)£95,000 + Generous bonus & benefits

We’re looking for an experienced Head of Information Security to lead and mature our clients information security capability at a strategic level. This is a senior leadership role for someone already operating at Head of InfoSec level, with the confidence to shape strategy, influence stakeholders, and deliver pragmatic security outcomes in a growing organisation.

The Role

As Head of Information Security, you will own the organisation’s information security posture end-to-end. Sitting as a seperate function to IT but working alongside them in a collaborative approach you will assess current maturity, define a clear security strategy, and lead its implementation across people, process, and technology. Working closely with senior leadership, small internal teams, and trusted third-party vendors, you’ll ensure security is embedded, proportionate, and aligned to business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

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• Lead cybersecurity maturity assessments and define a clear, actionable roadmap for improvement
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• Develop, implement, and continuously improve the Information Security strategy, policies, and standards
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• Act as the senior subject matter expert for information and cyber security across the organisation
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• Manage and optimise third-party security relationships, including suppliers, MSPs, and assurance partners
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• Oversee security governance, risk management, and compliance activities
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• Provide leadership and direction to a small internal team, supported by external vendors
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• Engage with senior stakeholders to translate security risk into clear business impact and priorities
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• Understnading of AI threats and gaurd rails as well as the use of AI to improve security posture.
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• Support audits, certifications, and assurance activities (e.g. ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials Plus)
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About You

You’ll be a confident, hands-on security leader who is comfortable operating at both strategic and operational levels.

Essential experience:

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• Currently operating (or recently operated) at Head of Information Security level
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• Strong background in Security, Governance Risk Compliance, strategy development, and delivery
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• Experience managing small teams and coordinating work with external security vendors
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• Proven track record managing third-party security and supplier risk
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• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at senior level
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• ISO 27001 certification experience and/or Cyber Essentials Plus
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• Broad security background rather than a narrow technical specialism
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• Experience in professional services environments advantageous
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• Artificial Intelligence in Security - How to utilise it and how to protect against it
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Why Join?

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• Senior leadership role with genuine influence over security direction
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• Hybrid working model with flexibility
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• Competitive salary of up to £95,000 plus a generous bonus and benefits package
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• Opportunity to shape and mature a security function rather than simply maintain one
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• Opportunity to progress into a CISO capacity in the future
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This is a fantastic opportunity with a truly awesome organisation and an opportunity not to be missed!