Cyber Security Programme Director

Robert Half are supporting a global consulting firm on a Director-level Programme Manager requirement for a Global Risk Consulting Firm. This engagement sits within a cutting-edge Frontier AI and Cyber Security initiative focused on improving vulnerability management, patching and technology upgrade processes across a complex enterprise environment. The initial assignment is expected to run for 3 months, delivering a proof of concept and defining the roadmap for a significantly larger transformation programme. Successful delivery is expected to lead into a sizeable 18-24 month programme of work, creating a unique opportunity to shape a high-profile AI, Cyber and Technology transformation from the outset.

Contract Assignment Details

• Rate: £750/day + 12.07% Holiday Pay via PAYE model
• Location: Hybrid, 2 days per week onsite in the City of London
• Duration: Initial 3-month engagement with strong potential to extend

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a large-scale cyber transformation programme focused on patching, upgrades and vulnerability remediation.
• Drive improvements in speed-to-patch and security risk reduction across the organisation.
• Manage delivery across multiple workstreams within a complex global matrix environment.
• Engage and influence senior stakeholders at Director and Executive level.
• Establish programme governance, risk management and delivery controls.
• Coordinate technology, security and business teams to deliver strategic change outcomes.

Required Experience

• Experience within Capital Markets, Financial Services, Exchanges, Trading, Market Infrastructure, Banking or similarly regulated environments as a Cyber Programme Director with proven Programme Director or Senior Programme Manager experience delivering enterprise-wide transformation.
• Strong cyber security domain knowledge, ideally covering vulnerability management, patching, infrastructure security and risk reduction.
• Experience delivering major change programmes within complex matrix organisations.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and executive communication skills.
• Demonstrable track record leading large-scale technology transformation programmes.

Important Information

Please note that successful candidates will be required to undertake comprehensive pre-employment screening. This will include detailed financial and criminal background checks, together with verification of employment history and references covering the previous 5 years. Applicants should be comfortable undergoing these checks as part of the onboarding process.

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