1 of 1 Permanent Security Posture Jobs in Guildford

Interim Head of Cyber Security Initial 3–6 month contract, £750-£900pd inside IR35, Hybrid - 1 day per week in Surrey We’re looking for a hands-on Interim Head of Cyber Security to lead and enhance our client's cyber security capability. The role will be responsible for assessing the organisation's current security maturity … driving rapid improvements, increasing maturity and laying the groundwork for a longer-term strategy. Key Responsibilities Assess and strengthen the organisation's current cyber security posture. Lead the deployment and optimisation of technologies including Darktrace, Microsoft Defender, and Fortinet. Embed security into organisational culture and strategic planning. Lead incident response, risk management, and compliance activities. Report directly to … senior leadership on risks, performance, and improvements. Requirements Proven experience in senior cyber security leadership within the public sector (local authority preferred). Certifications such as CISSP , CISM , or equivalent. Strong knowledge of Darktrace, Microsoft Defender, and Fortinet tools. Comfortable working at both strategic and technical levels. Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams and third-party vendors. Familiarity with UK More ❯