Head of Technology Services

Anderson Knight is delighted to be working on a retained basis with Glasgow Prestwick Airport to appoint a Head of Technology Services, Cyber Security & Data Control.

This is a senior leadership position responsible for shaping and delivering the organisation's strategy across technology services, cyber security, data protection, and records management, ensuring systems remain secure, resilient, and fully compliant with regulatory and statutory obligations.

This role offers a unique opportunity to influence the strategic direction of technology and data governance within a complex and highly regulated environment.

They are seeking a strategic technology leader with significant experience across IT services, cyber security, and data governance, ideally within a regulated environment.

The Role

Reporting to the Operations Director and sitting on the Senior Leadership Team, the successful candidate will provide strategic oversight across IT systems, cyber security, data protection, and information governance.

You will ensure the organisation maintains the highest standards of security, compliance, and operational resilience, while supporting the wider business strategy., * Strategic Leadership & Governance

• Develop and deliver the organisation's Technology Services, Cyber Security and Data Protection strategy
• Establish strong governance frameworks, policies, and standards
• Provide expert guidance to senior leadership and the Board on technology and cyber risk
• Ensure compliance with public sector obligations and government directives

Technology & Cyber Security

• Lead the security and resilience of technology infrastructure, systems, and networks
• Oversee cyber risk management, vulnerability assessments, and security assurance
• Manage cyber security incidents, investigations, and response processes
• Oversee third-party technology and supplier security risk
• Act as the primary point of contact with regulatory bodies on cyber matters

Data Protection & Information Governance

• Ensure compliance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act
• Oversee data protection policies, procedures, and risk assessments
• Lead Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) where required
• Manage relationships with regulators and external stakeholders

Records Management

• Oversee the organisation's Records Management Plan
• Ensure compliance with information governance standards
• Promote best practice in records management across the organisation
• Deliver training and awareness programmes on records management

Leadership & Culture

• Lead and develop the technology services team
• Create a strong culture of cyber security awareness and data protection
• Ensure effective training and capability development across the organisation

Risk & Resilience

• Oversee business continuity and disaster recovery planning
• Monitor emerging cyber threats and regulatory developments
• Drive continuous improvement in systems, processes, and controls

• Senior leadership experience within technology or cyber security functions
• Strong knowledge of cyber security frameworks and regulatory compliance
• Experience leading information governance and data protection programmes
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and Boards
• Experience managing risk, resilience, and operational technology environments
• A strategic mindset combined with strong operational leadership

Anderson Knight has been exclusively retained by Glasgow Prestwick Airport to manage the recruitment for this position. Any unsolicited applications or CVs submitted directly to the airport will be forwarded to Anderson Knight for consideration.