Head of Security Jobs in the UK excluding London

18 of 18 Head of Security Jobs in the UK excluding London

Head of Cyber Security

Slough, Berkshire, UK
Burman Recruitment
Head of Cybersecurity Salary £60 - 70k 3 days on site per week in London Public or Higher education experience is beneficial An established institution is seeking a Head of Cybersecurity to oversee its cybersecurity operations and establish a robust enterprise security strategy. This role will be instrumental in developing policies, implementing security solutions, and … bridge between the business and technical, overseeing with technical knowledge but not hands on, focusing on stakeholder engagement. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage a cybersecurity team, overseeing the implementation of security strategies. Develop and enforce cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices. Conduct vulnerability assessments and manage compliance with security frameworks. Oversee security incident response, forensic investigations … and risk mitigation strategies. Monitor networks and systems, ensuring proactive threat detection and response. Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external agencies to maintain a strong security posture. Provide cybersecurity training and guidance to staff and students. Lead cybersecurity projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective implementation. Stay up to date with evolving cybersecurity trends, regulations, and best practices. Essential Requirements More ❯
Employment Type: Full-time
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Head of Security Assurance

Stoke-on-trent, Staffordshire, United Kingdom
Securecloudplus
The Head of Security Assurance is responsible for leading the Security Assurance Department primarily made up of Security Assurance coordinators. The Head of Security Assurance is responsible for the co-ordination of all security assurance activities to ensure that SecureCloud+ services and supporting internal Information Technology meets the highest … security standards and requirements of our customers. The role will support the delivery of a variety of innovative, accreditable, cost efficient and profitable solutions to comply with HMG's security classification system, and will also lead on the transformation of delivery of services to the MOD's secure by design methodology. The Head of Security Assurance will encompass two key areas of Information Assurance and Information Security. Implementing measures focused on protection and safeguarding of the Company's critical information and relevant information systems, assuring the integrity, availability, authentication, confidentiality and non-repudiation. As well as the protection of information and information systems from illegitimate access, usage More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Head of Information Security, EMEA

Slough, Berkshire, UK
Jefferies
Key Responsibilities: In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing and leading a team of security personnel across multiple domains including Security Operations, Global Security Administration, Physical Security, Data Security Analytics, PKI/Certificate Management, and Network Security Engineering. Your role will encompass a wide range of strategic, managerial, and technical … responsibilities, including but not limited to: Technical Leadership and Strategy: Provide strategic security guidance and direction for the engineering of multiple high-performing teams across diverse domains. Drive the vision and direction of security solutions through active participation in the information security market through involvement with vendors, conferences, connecting with peers for all the firms … various key technologies. Lead, supervise and inspire local team multiple key areas, Global Security Admins, Security Operations, Data Security Scientists and other areas/teams as assigned. Security Responsibility: Conduct in-depth technical vendor security reviews for all vendor solutions integrated into the organization's technology stack to ensure proactive security measures from vendors. More ❯
Employment Type: Full-time
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Head of Cyber Security

Leeds, England, United Kingdom
Nigel Wright Recruitment
The Opportunity We are delighted to support our client, a large and complex regulated consumer services organisation based in the North of England, in the search for an experienced Head of Cyber Security to lead its enterprise-wide cyber strategy. This pivotal role is accountable for the organisation’s cyber resilience, regulatory compliance, and protection of critical services and data. Providing both leadership and technical expertise, you will play a key role within the technology leadership team and will be the lead in running of day to day security activities, achieving credibility and buy in from stakeholders across the business. You’ll advise senior leadership and the board on cyber risks, drive ISO … alignment, and lead incident response and continuous improvement initiatives. This is a strategic and hands-on leadership role, ideal for someone passionate about embedding security into the heart of business operations. Travel to offices across the North will be required. The Role Key responsibilities include: Strategic Leadership : Develop and implement a cyber strategy aligned with business goals and More ❯
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Head of Cyber Security

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Nigel Wright Recruitment
The Opportunity We are delighted to support our client, a large and complex regulated consumer services organisation based in the North of England, in the search for an experienced Head of Cyber Security to lead its enterprise-wide cyber strategy. This pivotal role is accountable for the organisation’s cyber resilience, regulatory compliance, and protection of critical services and data. Providing both leadership and technical expertise, you will play a key role within the technology leadership team and will be the lead in running of day to day security activities, achieving credibility and buy in from stakeholders across the business. You’ll advise senior leadership and the board on cyber risks, drive ISO … alignment, and lead incident response and continuous improvement initiatives. This is a strategic and hands-on leadership role, ideal for someone passionate about embedding security into the heart of business operations. Travel to offices across the North will be required. The Role Key responsibilities include: Strategic Leadership : Develop and implement a cyber strategy aligned with business goals and More ❯
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Head of Cyber Security and Infrastructure

Chesterfield, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Hays
Your new company Hays Technology are recruiting a Head of Cyber Security & Infrastructure to join an exciting and growing public sector organisation based nationally. You will be reporting to the Director of Technology. Your new role In your role, you will be overseeing the Cyber Security estate, adhering to the Cyber Assessment Framework, and continuously … improving the internal security posture, identifying and assessing any cyber security risks, in accordance with laws and regulations. You will be responsible for leveraging and optimising a number of tools including, MS Defender, Sentinel, Azure and the external SOC partner to enhance cyber resilience, conduct threat analysis, and proactive risk assessments to design effective controls. You will … be leading the Cyber Security operations function, by providing strategic direction and coordinating day-to-day delivery of threat intelligence, threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management, and ethical hacking capabilities. You will be leading a team of Infrastructure Engineers, ensuring strong data controls are in place, whilst working closely with key stakeholders to establishing responsibilities and ensure More ❯
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Head of Cyber Security and Infrastructure

Derbyshire, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Hays
Your new company Hays Technology are recruiting a Head of Cyber Security & Infrastructure to join an exciting and growing public sector organisation based nationally. You will be reporting to the Director of Technology. Your new role In your role, you will be overseeing the Cyber Security estate, adhering to the Cyber Assessment Framework, and continuously … improving the internal security posture, identifying and assessing any cyber security risks, in accordance with laws and regulations. You will be responsible for leveraging and optimising a number of tools including, MS Defender, Sentinel, Azure and the external SOC partner to enhance cyber resilience, conduct threat analysis, and proactive risk assessments to design effective controls. You will … be leading the Cyber Security operations function, by providing strategic direction and coordinating day-to-day delivery of threat intelligence, threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management, and ethical hacking capabilities. You will be leading a team of Infrastructure Engineers, ensuring strong data controls are in place, whilst working closely with key stakeholders to establishing responsibilities and ensure More ❯
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Head of Cyber Security and Infrastructure

Leeds, West Yorkshire, Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Hays
Your new company Hays Technology are recruiting a Head of Cyber Security & Infrastructure to join an exciting and growing public sector organisation based nationally. You will be reporting to the Director of Technology. Your new role In your role, you will be overseeing the Cyber Security estate, adhering to the Cyber Assessment Framework, and continuously … improving the internal security posture, identifying and assessing any cyber security risks, in accordance with laws and regulations. You will be responsible for leveraging and optimising a number of tools including, MS Defender, Sentinel, Azure and the external SOC partner to enhance cyber resilience, conduct threat analysis, and proactive risk assessments to design effective controls. You will … be leading the Cyber Security operations function, by providing strategic direction and coordinating day-to-day delivery of threat intelligence, threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management, and ethical hacking capabilities. You will be leading a team of Infrastructure Engineers, ensuring strong data controls are in place, whilst working closely with key stakeholders to establishing responsibilities and ensure More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent, Work From Home
Salary: £80,000
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Head of Cyber Security - Assurance & Compliance

Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom
BAE Systems
Job Description - Head of Cyber Security - Assurance & Compliance () Head of Cyber Security - Assurance & Compliance - Job Title: Head of Cyber Security - Assurance & Compliance Location: Warton, Preston or Frimley. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. What … a comprehensive assurance framework across cybersecurity (IT & OT), data and digital realms through robust internal controls across the enterprise, supply chain and programme specific requirements. Lead planning and execution of risk-based assurance activities including controls testing, thematic reviews and assurance reporting across federated Lines of Business for BAE Plc Providing constructive challenge and oversight of first … line activities including policy compliance, control implementation and remediation Producing independent reporting and assurance opinions for stakeholders including Head of GRC, CISO and other cyber and protective security forums within BAE Plc Monitoring the cyber risk landscape and horizon-scan for emerging risks and regulatory developments including implications for control assurance Engaging with internal and external audit More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Head of Cyber Security, Risk & Governance.

Cambridgeshire, England, United Kingdom
The McLean Partnership
Our client is a public sector organisation based in Cambridgeshire seeking to appoint a Head of Cyber Security, Risk and Governance. Reporting into the Chief Information Officer, the role holder will be responsible for determining Security, Risk and Governance vision for the organisation covering all aspects of the enterprise and its technology. Leading the overall … InfoSec function Working closely with InfoSec partners and organisational stakeholders to set a roadmap of change Implementing information and cyber security change initiatives across the organisation as part a broader enterprise-wide transformation programme. Basic Salary : £70,000 - £85,000+ Pension + Bens. Hybrid : 3 days per week on site Essential Experience: Working within a public sector organisation … s) Specialist cyber/information security experience is desirable, a broader technology/IT career with elements of IT, InfoSec, or Cyber Security considered. More ❯
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Head of Cyber Security, Risk & Governance.

Ely, England, United Kingdom
The McLean Partnership
Our client is a public sector organisation based in Cambridgeshire seeking to appoint a Head of Cyber Security, Risk and Governance. Reporting into the Chief Information Officer, the role holder will be responsible for determining Security, Risk and Governance vision for the organisation covering all aspects of the enterprise and its technology. Leading the overall … InfoSec function Working closely with InfoSec partners and organisational stakeholders to set a roadmap of change Implementing information and cyber security change initiatives across the organisation as part a broader enterprise-wide transformation programme. Basic Salary : £70,000 - £85,000+ Pension + Bens. Hybrid : 3 days per week on site Essential Experience: Working within a public sector organisation … s) Specialist cyber/information security experience is desirable, a broader technology/IT career with elements of IT, InfoSec, or Cyber Security considered. More ❯
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Head of IT Security Compliance

Solihull, England, United Kingdom
IMI PLC
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. Key responsibilities Develop and maintain IT security policies and procedures. Conduct regular More ❯
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Head of IT Security Compliance

Birmingham, West Midlands, West Midlands (County), United Kingdom
Crimson
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. Key responsibilities Develop and maintain IT security policies and procedures. Conduct regular More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £90000 - £110000/annum
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Head of Communications and Network Security

Solihull, England, United Kingdom
IMI PLC
Head of Communications and Network Security – 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 Communications and Network Security to join the team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive security strategies to protect the network infrastructure and communications systems. … This role requires a strong leader with extensive knowledge in cyber security, excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The salary on offer for this position is between £90,000 and £110,000 per annum plus benefits. Key responsibilities Develop and implement security polices, protocols and procedures to ensure the protection of More ❯
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Head of Communications & Network Security

Birmingham, West Midlands, West Midlands (County), United Kingdom
Crimson
Head of Communications and Network Security - 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 Communications and Network Security to join the team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive security strategies to protect the network infrastructure and communications systems. … This role requires a strong leader with extensive knowledge in cyber security, excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The salary on offer for this position is between £90,000 and £110,000 per annum plus benefits. Key responsibilities Develop and implement security polices, protocols and procedures to ensure the protection of More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £90000 - £110000/annum
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Head of IT Security Incident and Threat Management - Solihull

Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom
Crimson
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. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement comprehensive incident response strategies to address security threats More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
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Head of IT Security Incident and Threat Management

Solihull, England, United Kingdom
Crimson
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. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement comprehensive incident response strategies to address security threats More ❯
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Head of Security Governance Risk and Compliance

Oxford, England, United Kingdom
University of Oxford
Job Title: Head of Security Governance Risk and Compliance, Assurance Directorate Location: Wellington Square, Oxford, OX1 2HY Salary: Grade 9: £55,636 - £64,228 with a discretionary range to £70,029 Contract: Full Time, Permanent (flexible or Part-time working, min 90% FTE will also be considered) Spanning the historic streets of the "city of dreaming spires," the University of Oxford has been ranked the world’s leading university for nine consecutive years. A place where centuries of tradition meet world-changing innovation, we offer you the chance to shape the future while working in an inspiring environment that promotes excellence. Here, you’ll contribute to ground-breaking research that tackles global … challenges - from advancing sustainability to pioneering healthcare solutions - and join a diverse, inclusive community that champions your well-being, development, and aspirations. Apply now to become part of our extraordinary legacy. The Assurance Directorate Delivering professional risk, compliance, assurance, information compliance, and information security services across the University What We Offer Working at the University of Oxford More ❯
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Head of Security
the UK excluding London
10th Percentile
£62,500
25th Percentile
£72,500
Median
£95,000
75th Percentile
£115,000
90th Percentile
£115,500