Information Security Programme Director

Programme Director – Security & Technology Transformation – Global Retailer

• Location: London
• Contract: 12–18 months
• Rate: £850 PD Circa

Overview: We are seeking two experienced Programme Directors to lead critical, large-scale transformation initiatives for a major retail organisation. These programmes are strategically linked and essential to the ongoing development of the company’s security and technology capabilities. The successful candidates will bring a strong track record in delivering enterprise-scale IT and security programmes, balancing hands-on delivery with the ability to provide executive-level assurance.Role & Responsibilities:

• Lead complex, multi-disciplinary programmes, ensuring successful delivery within agreed scope, timeline, and budget.
• Implement and mature security controls and enterprise technology foundations, bridging the gap between security requirements and technical delivery teams.
• Develop programme plans, governance, and reporting mechanisms to provide assurance to senior leadership.
• Work closely with technology teams to design, implement, and optimise infrastructure, cloud solutions, access management, and networks across multiple sites and geographies.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment between security initiatives, technology transformation, and operational requirements.
• Drive programme risk management, identifying and mitigating issues that could impact delivery or security posture.
• Mentor and lead programme teams, fostering collaboration, accountability, and high performance.

Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience as a Programme Director or senior programme manager, leading large-scale technology or security transformations.
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with security frameworks, controls, and enterprise IT infrastructure.
• Experience implementing CIS controls or equivalent security standards.
• Deep understanding of enterprise IT solutions, including cloud, access management, networks, and infrastructure at scale.
• Ability to communicate complex technical information effectively to executive stakeholders.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience guiding cross-functional, multi-location teams.
• Ability to operate both strategically and hands-on, balancing high-level oversight with attention to detail.
• Experience in a fast-paced, enterprise retail or large-scale operational environment is highly desirable