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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 ❯

Please visit our careers site to find out more about working at Ki. Job Details: Head of Security Architecture & Engineering Full details of the job. Vacancy Name: Head of Security Architecture & Engineering Employment Type: Permanent Location: London Role Details Who are we? Look at the latest headlines and you will see something Ki … to give insurance brokers quotes in seconds, rather than days. Ki is proudly the biggest global algorithmic insurance carrier. It is the fastest growing syndicate in the Lloyd's of London market, and the first ever to make $100m in profit in 3 years. Ki's teams have varied backgrounds and work together in an agile, cross-functional way … big ambitions but needs more excellent minds to challenge the status-quo and help it reach new horizons. What you will be working on We are recruiting for a Head of Security Architecture & Engineering to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for the leadership and operational management of the Security Architecture More ❯

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 ❯

Head of Cyber Security - Enterprise-wide Cyber & Information Security Location: London - 5 days on-site Salary: (phone number removed) per annum Type: Permanent My client is looking to recruit a Head of Cyber 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 ❯

Head of Cyber Security - Enterprise-wide Cyber & Information Security Location: London - 5 days on-site Salary: £95-100,000 per annum Type: Permanent My client is looking to recruit a Head of Cyber 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 ❯

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 ❯

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 ❯

Head of IT Security - West London - (Enterprise-wide Cyber & Information Security) Location: West London - 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 27001, 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 More ❯

Head of IT Security - West London - (Enterprise-wide Cyber & Information Security) Location: West London - 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 27001, 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 More ❯

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 … 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. … Your wellness: We care about your holistic wellbeing Your work/life blend: We know that work is just one aspect of your life - we want to help you create your ideal work/life blend, rather than squeezing in life around work. As the Head of Cyber Security at PEXA UK, you'll play a More ❯

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 ❯

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 ❯

Job Title: Head of Information Security Reports to: Chief Technology Officer (CTO) or Leadership Team Hours & Place of Work- Birmingham, UK (with international remit: UK, Pakistan, Vietnam) Company Overview Established in 1998, Joblogic is the UK’s #1 Field Service Management (FSM) software. With offices in the UK, Pakistan, and Vietnam and a team of … thrilled to announce that Joblogic has received investment from Vista Equity Partners, a leading global enterprise software investor. With Vista’s backing, Joblogic is now on an accelerated journey of innovation and international expansion-a rocket ship we’d love for you to be part of! Joblogic provides an all-in-one SaaS/CRM platform for field … such as HVACR, Plumbing & Heating, and Electrical Contracting & Maintenance. Our world-class software streamlines operations, boosts profitability, ensures compliance, and drives rapid growth for service businesses worldwide. Role Purpose Head of Information Security is responsible for defining, leading, and continuously improving Joblogic’s information security and data protection strategy. This role ensures the protection of More ❯

About us We are champions of rail, inspired to build a greener, more sustainable future of travel. Trainline enables millions of travellers to find and book the best value tickets across carriers, fares, and journey options through our highly rated mobile app, website, and B2B partner channels. Great journeys start with Trainline Now Europe's number … create a world where travel is as simple, seamless, eco friendly and affordable as it should be. Today, we're a FTSE 250 company driven by our incredible team of over 1,000 Trainliners from 50+ nationalities, based across London, Paris, Barcelona, Milan, Edinburgh and Madrid. With our focus on growth in the UK and Europe, now is the … perfect time to join us on this high speed journey. Introducing the Information Security Team at Trainline As Head of Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC), you'll play a pivotal role in shaping and leading this transformation of our security function. Reporting directly to our CISO, you'll take ownership of how governance, risk, and More ❯

Head of IT Security Compliance - 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 Compliance to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that our IT security policies and procedures are in compliance with industry standards and regulations. … You will work closely with various departments to identify and mitigate security risks, develop and implement security strategies, and ensure the protection of our information assets. The salary on offer for this position is between 90,000 and 110,000 per annum plus benefits. Please note this role requires on-site working for the first 3 months More ❯

Head of IT Security Compliance - 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 Compliance to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that our IT security policies and procedures are in compliance with industry standards and regulations. … You will work closely with various departments to identify and mitigate security risks, develop and implement security strategies, and ensure the protection of our information assets. The salary on offer for this position is between £90,000 and £110,000 per annum plus benefits. Please note this role requires on-site working for the first 3 months More ❯

Job summary We are seeking an experienced and visionary Head of Security to lead the Trust's cyber, information security, resilience, and governance strategy. This senior leadership role sits within the Digital Data & Technology (DDaT) team and plays a critical part in safeguarding patient and organisational data, enabling secure digital transformation, and aligning local strategies with … ICS and national initiatives. The postholder will act as the Deputy Senior Information Risk Owner (SIRO) and provide strategic and operational leadership across architecture, infrastructure, live services, cyber security, and information governance. Main duties of the job Develop and implement a comprehensive cyber and information security strategy across the Trust and ICS. Lead risk management, resilience planning … DDaT security. Collaborate with Emergency Preparedness teams to ensure cyber threats are integrated into resilience planning. Manage budgets, business cases, and funding proposals for cyber initiatives. Promote a culture of continuous improvement, training, and professional development across the security function. Deputise for the Associate Director of Digital Operations when required. About us Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion More ❯

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 ❯

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 ❯

Overview Head of IT Infrastructure and Security In summary we are looking to recruit an all-round individual with expert knowledge and hands-on experience of IT Infrastructure coupled with Security, Compliance & Risk Management You must have upwards of 10 years hands-on expertise in IT Infrastructure combined with Security and Risk - ideally … from within the banking or insurance sector. The Head of IT Infrastructure and Security Lead is responsible for overseeing the organisation's IT operations, ensuring the stability, continuity, security, and efficiency of its technology platforms within a global commercial insurance environment. Responsibilities Define and enforce cloud security policies, identity management, and access controls to … protect systems, networks, and data. Oversee the adoption of zero-trust security principles to enhance protection across cloud platforms. Manage identity and access management (IAM) in a cloud-first environment, including Azure AD, MFA, Conditional Access, SSO, and Privileged Access Management (PAM). Lead threat monitoring, detection, and response using cloud-native security solutions such as Microsoft More ❯

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 ❯

Head of Cybersecurity Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Visa: Full visa sponsorship and relocation assistance provided. About the role: A new, dynamic technology start serving as the premier technology partner for one of the b iggest organisations in Saudi Arabia. Our focus is on delivering world-class solutions in cybersecurity, cloud, and AI. We are building from the … ground up, and we need visionary leaders to join our founding team and help us create something extraordinary. The Role: Head of Cybersecurity This is a foundational leadership role. You will be responsible for building and leading our entire cybersecurity practice. Your primary mission is to ensure the impregnability of the clients critical digital assets. This includes … securing public-facing portals, safeguarding the vital infrastructure links between Aramco and Saudi government projects, and developing a proactive security posture that anticipates future threats. You are not just a manager; you are a player-coach and a strategic thinker. We are looking for someone currently in a Team Lead or Manager role, hungry to step up and own More ❯

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 ❯

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 ❯

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 ❯