Head of Security Jobs in the UK

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Head of Cyber Security

Leeds, Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Hybrid/Remote Options
PEXA Group
Careers# Head of Cyber Security Team:Technology - UK Location:Leeds Work Model:hybrid Work Type:Permanent Hi, we're PEXA! We know you'll Google us before applying, so let's keep this brief. PEXA revolutionised the way that property is settled in Australia, turning a paper-based process into a digital one. Our solution is a … their homes each week.We're passionate about solving problems for our customers - always striving to set the standard for how property is bought and sold. Being awarded as one of the best places to work in Australia is a recognition of our culture and commitment to innovation, customers and our community.We're growing fast, that is where you … proud to admit it! Creating brilliant experiences for our members and their clients wouldn't be possible without ensuring we deliver an exceptional employee experience. Here's a snapshot of what your life at PEXA could look like: Your growth: We encourage you to hit your personal and professional learning and development goals with our tailored programs and tools. More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Head of Security Engineering - Security Testing & Application Security

Welwyn Garden City, England, United Kingdom
Tesco
Now Hiring: Head of Security Engineering – Application Security & Testing 📍 Location: Welwyn Garden City or London, UK Are you ready to lead the charge in securing one of the UK’s largest technology estates? Tesco Technology is looking for a visionary Head of Security Engineering – Application Security & Testing to join our dynamic … Cyber function. This is a high-impact leadership role where you’ll shape the future of security assurance across our platforms and products. You’ll lead a talented team of engineers and architects, driving innovation in vulnerability management, application security, and adversarial testing. This is a pivotal cyber leadership role within Tesco Technology, shaping how we … secure our platforms and products. You’ll be at the forefront of driving innovation in security engineering, ensuring Tesco remains resilient against evolving threats while enabling safe and secure technology delivery. 🔍 What You’ll Be Doing: Lead & Inspire : Manage three Security Engineering Managers and their teams (20+ engineers), plus a Principal Security Engineer/Architect. Drive More ❯
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Head of Information and Cyber Security

City of London, Greater London, UK
Hybrid/Remote Options
Saltus
London or Whiteley Office | 🏡 Hybrid working – 2-3 days in office | 💼 £80,000 – £110,000pa DOE | 🕒 Full-time We are looking for a Head of Information and Cyber Security to lead the development and execution of our Information and Cyber Security strategy. This strategic leadership role will ensure our Information and Cyber Security strategy … aligns with business objectives, manages risks effectively, and supports our continued growth. You will work closely with our Chief Transformation Officer and Head of IT. What will I be responsible for? Develop and execute the information and cyber security strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and effective risk management. Provide strategic leadership and expert advice across all … aspects of information and cyber security. Oversee the daily operations of the information and cyber security function, including the design, testing, implementation, and continuous improvement of security infrastructure, platforms and software. Establish, maintain and enforce information security policies, standards, procedures and controls. Lead cyber security incident response efforts, coordinate recovery plans, and ensure More ❯
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Head of Information and Cyber Security

London, UK
Hybrid/Remote Options
Saltus
London or Whiteley Office | 🏡 Hybrid working – 2-3 days in office | 💼 £80,000 – £110,000pa DOE | 🕒 Full-time We are looking for a Head of Information and Cyber Security to lead the development and execution of our Information and Cyber Security strategy. This strategic leadership role will ensure our Information and Cyber Security strategy … aligns with business objectives, manages risks effectively, and supports our continued growth. You will work closely with our Chief Transformation Officer and Head of IT. What will I be responsible for? Develop and execute the information and cyber security strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and effective risk management. Provide strategic leadership and expert advice across all … aspects of information and cyber security. Oversee the daily operations of the information and cyber security function, including the design, testing, implementation, and continuous improvement of security infrastructure, platforms and software. Establish, maintain and enforce information security policies, standards, procedures and controls. Lead cyber security incident response efforts, coordinate recovery plans, and ensure More ❯
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Head of Information Security

England, United Kingdom
River Island Clothing Co., Ltd
Head of Information Security Department: Operations Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Head Office, Chelsea House Reporting To: Simon Pakenham-Walsh Description As River Island's Head of Information Security, you'll play a strategic and hands on leadership role in shaping and strengthening our security posture across the business. Reporting to … the CIO and working as part of the Technology Leadership Team, you'll define, embed, and continuously improve River Island's information security framework - ensuring we remain compliant, resilient, and trusted by our customers, partners, and people. This is a highly visible role, blending strategy and delivery. You'll oversee security operations, vulnerability management, compliance, and risk … governance, while partnering with Technology, Data, Legal, and wider business teams to ensure security is embedded into everything we do - from store systems to eCommerce and cloud platforms. Define, implement, and evolve River Island's information security strategy in line with business objectives, regulatory obligations, and risk appetite. Lead the development and maintenance of Information Security More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Head of Security

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Levy Global
Head of Security Operations Hybrid 3x per week in the office Our client a global insurance business are looking for a Head of Security to join them on a permanent basis. You will help to establish and lead local security operations capability across European offices, providing strategic technical leadership in incident response, cyber … threat visibility, and security resilience. This role will bridge the gap between our centralized corporate security services and regional business needs. Key Responsibilities Incident Response & Security Operations Lead and mature security incident response capabilities across the organisation Oversee incident investigations, alert triage, and threat hunting activities Develop and execute tabletop exercises and incident response playbooks Provide … expert technical guidance during security incidents and recovery efforts Build real-time visibility into organisational cyber telemetry and security posture Leadership & Team Management Line manage and mentor a security engineer and future team members Strategic & Stakeholder Engagement Partner with third-party security service providers and managed services Align regional security operations with global CISO strategy More ❯
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Head of Security

London Area, United Kingdom
Levy Global
Head of Security Operations Hybrid 3x per week in the office Our client a global insurance business are looking for a Head of Security to join them on a permanent basis. You will help to establish and lead local security operations capability across European offices, providing strategic technical leadership in incident response, cyber … threat visibility, and security resilience. This role will bridge the gap between our centralized corporate security services and regional business needs. Key Responsibilities Incident Response & Security Operations Lead and mature security incident response capabilities across the organisation Oversee incident investigations, alert triage, and threat hunting activities Develop and execute tabletop exercises and incident response playbooks Provide … expert technical guidance during security incidents and recovery efforts Build real-time visibility into organisational cyber telemetry and security posture Leadership & Team Management Line manage and mentor a security engineer and future team members Strategic & Stakeholder Engagement Partner with third-party security service providers and managed services Align regional security operations with global CISO strategy More ❯
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Head of IT Security - Wembley

Wembley, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Adecco
Head of IT Security - Wembley - (Enterprise-wide Cyber & Information Security) Location: Wembley - 5 days on-site Salary: (phone number removed) per annum My client is looking to recruit a Head of IT Security to lead and shape their enterprise-wide security function. This is a senior leadership role offering the opportunity to … define security strategy, strengthen governance, and protect critical systems, data, and operations. The Role: As Head of Security, you will own the strategic and operational delivery of all information and cyber security activities. You'll develop and implement robust security policies, oversee incident response, and ensure compliance with GDPR, PCI DSS, ISO … and Cyber Essentials Plus. You will be the single point of accountability for all security matters, reporting directly to the executive team and influencing critical business decisions. Key Responsibilities: Develop, maintain, and deliver a 3-5 year Security Strategy and Roadmap covering technology, people, and processes. Embed security by design across projects, platforms, data flows, and More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP 90,000 - 100,000 Annual
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Head of IT Security - Wembley

Wembley, London, England, United Kingdom
Adecco
Head of IT Security - Wembley - (Enterprise-wide Cyber & Information Security) Location: Wembley - 5 days on-site Salary: £90-100,000 per annum My client is looking to recruit a Head of IT Security to lead and shape their enterprise-wide security function. This is a senior leadership role offering the opportunity to … define security strategy, strengthen governance, and protect critical systems, data, and operations. The Role: As Head of Security, you will own the strategic and operational delivery of all information and cyber security activities. You'll develop and implement robust security policies, oversee incident response, and ensure compliance with GDPR, PCI DSS, ISO … and Cyber Essentials Plus. You will be the single point of accountability for all security matters, reporting directly to the executive team and influencing critical business decisions. Key Responsibilities: Develop, maintain, and deliver a 3-5 year Security Strategy and Roadmap covering technology, people, and processes. Embed security by design across projects, platforms, data flows, and More ❯
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: £90,000 - £100,000 per annum
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Head of Information Security

Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
Action for Children
Why Action for Children? Working here is more than a job. Everyone in the Action for Children family is passionate about protecting and supporting children. It is the sense of purpose that drives us every single day. Because we know that, when we work together, we can make a huge difference to bring lasting improvements to vulnerable children's … lives. A bit about the role As the Head of Information Security at Action for Children, you will champion our cyber defences and ensure the safety of our digital landscape. In this pivotal role, you will steer the organisation through the complexities of cyber threats with expertise and foresight. By leading a small team of cybersecurity experts, you will set up clear security rules and strong day-to-day processes that are both affordable and show real improvements in our services. Your leadership will not only safeguard our systems but will also inspire a culture of security awareness and compliance that permeates every level of our charity. You will also More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Head of Security Operations

England, United Kingdom
CFC
Head of Security Operations Department: IT Operations Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: GB - London Reporting To: Kirsty Kelly Description As Head of Security Operations, you will be responsible for leading the day-to-day operational cybersecurity functions for the Group. You will ensure robust, efficient and globally coordinated security operations that protect … the organisation's people, systems, and data. This includes direct ownership of security controls, security testing, vendor management, vulnerability and threat management, and incident response. You will work daily with the Group CISO to support consistent, high-assurance security practices across all regions, in-line with regional regulation and to support the management of cyber … incidents. It is essential the individual who will fill this role has prior management experience, has supported building security teams previously and has knowledge around their responsibility at this level to report incidents and security concerns within regulatory timelines and standards. About the role Within this role, you will have been supporting the Group CISO by managing the More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Head of Information and Cyber Security

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Hybrid/Remote Options
Sadler Recruitment
Role: Head of Information and Cyber Security Location: Hybrid 1 day per week in London (flexible) Salary : £80,000 - £84,000 + benefits Overview This is a pivotal leadership role in shaping and strengthening the cybersecurity landscape of a values-driven, non-profit organisation. The organisation is recognised as a top 100 Employer, historically named as … one of the most inclusive employers in the UK. The Head of Information and Cyber Security will design, develop, and coordinate all aspects of the Information Security strategy, encompassing governance and risk management, incident response, and disaster recovery. The Head of Information and Cyber Security will manage a multitude of … third-party partnerships from the SOC, to vulnerability management, to patching, and network and firewall operations. The organisation has made significant strides in recent years, establishing its first dedicated security function and partnering with a managed SOC provider. The next phase is about refinement: enhancing capability, strengthening partnerships, and driving strategy. The Role Reporting to the Director of More ❯
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Head of Information and Cyber Security

London Area, United Kingdom
Hybrid/Remote Options
Sadler Recruitment
Role: Head of Information and Cyber Security Location: Hybrid 1 day per week in London (flexible) Salary : £80,000 - £84,000 + benefits Overview This is a pivotal leadership role in shaping and strengthening the cybersecurity landscape of a values-driven, non-profit organisation. The organisation is recognised as a top 100 Employer, historically named as … one of the most inclusive employers in the UK. The Head of Information and Cyber Security will design, develop, and coordinate all aspects of the Information Security strategy, encompassing governance and risk management, incident response, and disaster recovery. The Head of Information and Cyber Security will manage a multitude of … third-party partnerships from the SOC, to vulnerability management, to patching, and network and firewall operations. The organisation has made significant strides in recent years, establishing its first dedicated security function and partnering with a managed SOC provider. The next phase is about refinement: enhancing capability, strengthening partnerships, and driving strategy. The Role Reporting to the Director of More ❯
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Head of Supplier Cyber Security

southampton, south east england, united kingdom
Quilter
About The Business Quilter plc is a leading wealth management business, helping to enable brighter financial futures for every generation. Quilter oversees £126.3 billion in customer investments (as of August It has an adviser and customer offering spanning financial advice, investment platforms, multi-asset investment solutions, and discretionary fund management. The business is comprised of two segments: Affluent … Cheviot has presence throughout the UK, Ireland and Channel Islands. At Quilter we never stand still. Our foundations are rooted in our extraordinary expertise, which is trusted by hundreds of thousands of customers, but we have great ambitions to stay one step ahead and make an even greater difference to the people and communities we serve, including our … colleagues. Our business is transforming, continually modernising, and becoming even more customer centric. So, if you want to be bold in the pursuit of your ambitions, bring new ideas, and challenge and evolve what we do, it's the perfect time to join us About The Role Level: 5 Department: Technology Location: London or Southampton Contract type: Permanent The More ❯
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Head of Information Security

Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
CDW LLC
Overview At CDW, we make it happen, together. Trust, connection, and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. It's why we're coworkers, not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that … speaks to who we are and where we're headed. We're proud to share our story and Make Amazing Happen at CDW. As the Head of Information Security for the UK and International business you will report into the global CISO and also dotted line into the Director of Technology for UK&I and will … be accountable for all aspects of Information Security in the UK&I business. You will work as part of the global security leadership team to represent the UK&I business and as part of the UK&I Technology leadership team to implement global security best practices, protect our operations from threats and ensure compliance More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Head of Information Security

England, United Kingdom
CDW LLC
Description At CDW, we make it happen, together. Trust, connection, and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. It's why we're coworkers, not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that … speaks to who we are and where we're headed. We're proud to share our story and Make Amazing Happen at CDW. Job Summary As the Head of Information Security for the UK and International business you will report into the global CISO and also dotted line into the Director of Technology for UK&I … and will be accountable for all aspects of Information Security in the UK&I business. You will work as part of the global security leadership team to represent the UK&I business and as part of the UK&I Technology leadership team to implement global security best practices, protect our operations from threats and More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Head of Information Security

Manchester, Lancashire, United Kingdom
CDW LLC
Description At CDW, we make it happen, together. Trust, connection, and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. It's why we're coworkers, not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that … speaks to who we are and where we're headed. We're proud to share our story and Make Amazing Happen at CDW. Job Summary As the Head of Information Security for the UK and International business you will report into the global CISO and also dotted line into the Director of Technology for UK&I … and will be accountable for all aspects of Information Security in the UK&I business. You will work as part of the global security leadership team to represent the UK&I business and as part of the UK&I Technology leadership team to implement global security best practices, protect our operations from threats and More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Head of Information Security

Rugby, Warwickshire, United Kingdom
CDW LLC
Description At CDW, we make it happen, together. Trust, connection, and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. It's why we're coworkers, not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that … speaks to who we are and where we're headed. We're proud to share our story and Make Amazing Happen at CDW. Job Summary As the Head of Information Security for the UK and International business you will report into the global CISO and also dotted line into the Director of Technology for UK&I … and will be accountable for all aspects of Information Security in the UK&I business. You will work as part of the global security leadership team to represent the UK&I business and as part of the UK&I Technology leadership team to implement global security best practices, protect our operations from threats and More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Head of Information Security

City of London, London, United Kingdom
MCG Talent
We are seeking an experienced Head of Custody Security to lead our efforts in ensuring robust security for digital asset custody and blockchain infrastructure. This role will focus on designing and implementing security controls, supporting client assurance, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with deep expertise in security assurance, audit, and cloud security, and a passion for advancing Web3 and blockchain technologies. Key Responsibilities Design, conduct, and implement testing of security controls for identity management, key management, and infrastructure (network and cloud) configurations. Support client assurance by preparing responses to Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Information (RFIs), and Due Diligence Questionnaires (DDQs). … Analyze trends in client inquiries and provide actionable feedback to internal teams to enhance documentation and control readiness. Perform security due diligence and ongoing monitoring of Web3/blockchain vendors, including assessing control maturity, reviewing SOC reports, and identifying residual risks. Facilitate external audit activities, coordinating walkthroughs, evidence collection, and response tracking. Identify and analyze gaps in current More ❯
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Head of Information Security

London Area, United Kingdom
MCG Talent
We are seeking an experienced Head of Custody Security to lead our efforts in ensuring robust security for digital asset custody and blockchain infrastructure. This role will focus on designing and implementing security controls, supporting client assurance, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with deep expertise in security assurance, audit, and cloud security, and a passion for advancing Web3 and blockchain technologies. Key Responsibilities Design, conduct, and implement testing of security controls for identity management, key management, and infrastructure (network and cloud) configurations. Support client assurance by preparing responses to Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Information (RFIs), and Due Diligence Questionnaires (DDQs). … Analyze trends in client inquiries and provide actionable feedback to internal teams to enhance documentation and control readiness. Perform security due diligence and ongoing monitoring of Web3/blockchain vendors, including assessing control maturity, reviewing SOC reports, and identifying residual risks. Facilitate external audit activities, coordinating walkthroughs, evidence collection, and response tracking. Identify and analyze gaps in current More ❯
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Head of Cyber Security

West Malling, Kent, United Kingdom
Hybrid/Remote Options
Lumina Energy
Salary/package: £100,000 - £110,000 per annum Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week We are looking for an experienced and forward-thinking cyber security leader to join our Corporate Services division as Head of Cyber Security. This is a senior strategic role with organisation-wide visibility and impact. If you have … the vision, expertise and influence to embed robust cyber security across a complex and fast-growing business, we want to hear from you. Who we are Commercial Services Group is one of the UK's largest local authority-owned trading organisations, comprising 33 diverse businesses that operate across education, local government, the NHS and beyond. We provide services … IT, HR, education supplies, facilities management and more. With more than 1,800 employees and a global footprint, we combine commercial excellence with social impact, reinvesting a significant proportion of our profits into public services. Corporate Services underpins the success of all Commercial Services Group trading divisions by providing the infrastructure, expertise and governance needed to enable growth More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Head of IT Security Incident and Threat Management

Solihull, England, United Kingdom
Crimson
Head of IT Security Incident and Threat Management – Solihull Crimson and IMI have joined forces to build IMI's new security team, and we are looking for talented individuals to join us on this exciting journey. If you are passionate about IT security and want to be part of a dynamic team that is … shaping the future of security within a successful global company, we want to hear from you! We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head of IT Security Incident and Threat Management to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the strategic efforts to safeguard the company’s digital assets … against potential threats and incidents. This role requires a seasoned professional with a deep understanding of cybersecurity, incident response an threat management within a FTSE 100 environment. The salary on offer for this position is between £90,000 and £110,000 per annum plus benefits. Please note this role requires you to be on site for the first More ❯
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Head of IT Security Incident and Threat Management

Chelmsley Wood, Warwickshire, United Kingdom
SSR General & Management
Head of IT Security Incident and Threat Management Package to £117k DOE + 15% Bonus + Benefits Based Birmingham This is an exciting opportunity to take a strategic leadership role at the forefront of cybersecurity. As Head of IT Security Incident and Threat Management, you will shape and lead the organization s global … response to cyber threats ensuring they stay one step ahead of emerging risks. You will have the scope to define and deliver a world-class threat intelligence and incident response strategy, working with innovative cutting-edge tools, partners, and experts. The successful candidate will lead and develop a talented in-house team, while managing the external Security Operations … Centre (SOC) to ensure proactive defence and rapid response to incidents. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute incident response and threat management strategies. Lead investigations, resolution, and post-incident analysis of security incidents. Oversee and mentor a team of three direct reports, ensuring their growth and performance. Conduct security audits and vulnerability assessments to strengthen defences. Collaborate More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP 90,000 - 110,000 Annual
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Head of IT Security Incident and Threat Management

Birmingham, Chelmsley Wood, West Midlands (County), United Kingdom
SSR General & Management
Head of IT Security Incident and Threat Management Package to £117k DOE + 15% Bonus + Benefits Based Birmingham This is an exciting opportunity to take a strategic leadership role at the forefront of cybersecurity. As Head of IT Security Incident and Threat Management, you will shape and lead the organization’s global … response to cyber threats — ensuring they stay one step ahead of emerging risks. You will have the scope to define and deliver a world-class threat intelligence and incident response strategy, working with innovative cutting-edge tools, partners, and experts. The successful candidate will lead and develop a talented in-house team, while managing the external Security Operations … Centre (SOC) to ensure proactive defence and rapid response to incidents. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute incident response and threat management strategies. Lead investigations, resolution, and post-incident analysis of security incidents. Oversee and mentor a team of three direct reports, ensuring their growth and performance. Conduct security audits and vulnerability assessments to strengthen defences. Collaborate More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £90000 - £110000/annum
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Head of IT Security Incident and Threat Management - Solihull

Birmingham, West Midlands, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid/Remote Options
Crimson
Head of IT Security Incident and Threat Management - Solihull Crimson and IMI have joined forces to build IMI's new security team, and we are looking for talented individuals to join us on this exciting journey. If you are passionate about IT security and want to be part of a dynamic team that is … shaping the future of security within a successful global company, we want to hear from you! We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head of IT Security Incident and Threat Management to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the strategic efforts to safeguard the company's digital assets … against potential threats and incidents. This role requires a seasoned professional with a deep understanding of cybersecurity, incident response an threat management within a FTSE 100 environment. The salary on offer for this position is between £90,000 and £110,000 per annum plus benefits. Please note this role is based on site for the first 3 months followed More ❯
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: £90,000 - £110,000 per annum
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Head of Security
10th Percentile
£75,000
25th Percentile
£80,688
Median
£100,000
75th Percentile
£121,250
90th Percentile
£125,000