Head of Cyber Security

Head of Cyber Security

Milton Keynes - hybrid

Up to 100k base, plus 7k car allowance,10% bonus and excellent benefits package.

Our client is a leading infrastructure and global cloud service provider. As they expand, they need a dedicated Head of Security to bring their security efforts to the forefront and ensure they stay ahead of the curve.

We are seeking a Head of Cyber Security who will report to and work closely with the CIO to formulate and implement security strategy and services. This will involve continuing to build out a security team, managing vendor relationships, expanding the security service portfolio and ensuring security measures are robust and scalable.

There is significant potential for this role to grow and develop into a CISO position. However, we are looking for a hands-on 'doer' who has consistently remained involved in both technical work and team management.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategy Development: Work with the CIO to develop and formalise the security strategy, ensuring it aligns with business growth and technological advancements.
2. Team Building: Continue to build and manage the security team.
3. Client-Facing Role: Represent security capabilities to clients.
4. Vendor Management: Actively liaise with vendors to understand their offerings and integrate their solutions into your security framework.
5. Security Controls and Frameworks: Maintain and enhance your security controls and frameworks.
6. Incident Management: Manage security incidents, particularly critical P1 incidents, and ensure effective response and resolution.
7. Risk Assessment and Management: Identifying, evaluating, and mitigating risks.
8. Security Monitoring: Continuously monitoring networks and systems for suspicious activity and potential threats and vulnerabilities.
9. Compliance and Auditing: Ensuring regulatory requirements and industry standards for information security are met.
10. Security Architecture and Design: Designing and implementing secure systems and networks.
11. Technology Stack: Have a strong understanding of current security technologies (e.g., Nessus, Tenable, Arctic Wolf, Huntress, Defender, SentinelOne, Blackpoint) and anticipate future trends in the security landscape.
12. Trust and Credibility: Build trust and credibility within the team and with clients. Be calm, trusted, and reliable in all interactions.

What are we looking for?:

• CISSP or other recognised security qualifications.
• Experience of implementing ISO27001
• Preferably a MSP or CSP background
• Ideally knowledge of the Cloud Security Alliance CCM controls
• Proven track record in building and managing security teams.
• Strong understanding of security technologies and frameworks.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• Ability to work closely with senior management and align security strategies with business goals.
• Strong knowledge and experience with a diverse range of technology stacks

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

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