Chief Information Security Officer
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) London (Hybrid)
NSCG are seeking a Chief Information Security Officer to lead the design, build, and ongoing management of a modern cyber and information security function within a UK retail banking environment. This role is responsible for establishing the security strategy, control framework, and operational capabilities from the ground up, ensuring strong security posture and regulatory readiness.
Key Responsibilities
- Define and deliver the information security strategy, policies, and multi-year roadmap aligned to industry standards and regulatory expectations
- Design and implement a Security Operations capability, including tooling, processes, and operating model
- Lead threat-led testing programmes (e.g. red and purple teaming) and drive remediation activities
- Own identity and access management, including privileged access and governance controls
- Establish and maintain data protection controls, including encryption, classification, and key management
- Partner with engineering teams to ensure secure cloud architecture and continuous compliance
- Manage third-party cyber risk, including due diligence and ongoing assurance
- Act as the senior point of contact for security across internal governance, audit, and regulatory stakeholders
- Build and lead a high-performing security team
Requirements
- Experience leading information security within a regulated environment
- Strong technical understanding of cloud security, identity, and security operations
- Experience building or transforming security functions and operating models
- Exposure to threat-led testing frameworks and cyber resilience practices
- Ability to communicate complex security risks clearly to senior stakeholders
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, build-phase environment
Offer
- Competitive salary and bonus
- Private medical insurance and pension
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Hybrid working
This is an opportunity to play a key role in building a secure, modern banking platform from the ground up.