Head of Information Security

Do you have experience of establishing and ensuring Information Security best practices?

You could be progressing your career in a senior, impactful role at a fast growing, global Insurance Underwriting technology provider that focusses on developing a complex SaaS calculation platform for rapidly growing Cybersecurity insurance markets.

As the Head of Information Security you'll collaborate with the Group CISO to lead and manage information security strategy with a focus on 3rd party security risk management, DLP (Data Loss Prevention), Policy Governance, Security training and awareness and IAM (Identity Access Management).

You'll manage vendor relationships, implement and refine risk-based frameworks and tools for evaluating vendor security posture, maintain and update security policies, standards and procedures to reflect evolving threats, technologies and regulations.

There's a fast paced environment without a lot of process in place currently, making this a great opportunity to make an impact.

• You have strong leadership experience within an Information Security role within a regulated environment
• You have an indepth knowledge of regulatory frameworks such as NYDFS Cybersecurity Regulation, GDPR and other European and Australian data protection laws
• You have a good knowledge of IAM / PAM principles and technologies in both on-premise and cloud-native environments
• You have experience of leading or collaborating on third-party / vendor risk management programs
• You have a strong working knowledge of global regulations such as: GDPR, DORA, APRA CPS 234, CCPA
• You have experience of supporting complex security transformations across global businesses
• You're collaborative and pragmatic, without ego

As a Data Software Engineer you will receive a competitive package:

• Salary to £120k + bonus
• 25 days holiday
• Private Medical Insurance (including dental and optical cashback)
• Life Insurance, Income Protection
• Pension
• Diverse team environment with women in senior leadership roles
• Subsidised gym membership
• X4 paid volunteering days per year
• Season ticket loan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Impactful role with great career progression