Chief Information Security Officer Director

KBR
Leatherhead, United Kingdom
2 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior

Job location

Leatherhead, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Azure
Software as a Service
Cloud Computing Security
Computer Security
Human Resources Information System (HRIS)
Systems Integration
Enterprise Software Applications
Information Technology
Data Management
Cloud Migration

Job description

  • Define, lead, and execute KBR's information security strategy, operating model, and multiyear roadmap aligned with enterprise objectives
  • Serve as the enterprise authority on cyber risk, threat posture, and resilience, advising executive leadership on risk-based decision making
  • Establish and maintain corporate information security policies, standards, and governance aligned to frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, SOX ITGCs, GDPR, Australia and UK data protection requirements
  • Oversee enterprise-wide risk management and compliance:
  • Conduct regular risk and information security assessments to identify security vulnerabilities and threats, both internal and external
  • Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies and security controls to reduce and manage identified risks
  • Monitor compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and contractual obligations related to information security
  • Lead incident response and breach management, including executive communications, regulatory coordination, and post incident remediation
  • Partner with IT and Digital teams to embed secure by design practices into cloud adoption, enterprise applications (ERP, HRIS, CRM), data platforms, and automation initiatives
  • Oversee third party and supplier cyber risk management for vendors and technology partners
  • Support enterprise initiatives including M&A, divestitures, and system integrations from a cybersecurity and risk perspective
  • Build, lead, and develop a high performing global information security organization
  • Drive enterprise-wide security awareness, training, and accountability to strengthen KBR's cyber culture
  • Collaborate across regions and functions in alignment with KBR's team of teams operating model

Requirements

Do you have experience in NIST standards?, Do you have a Master's degree?, * Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, engineering, or a related field

  • Progressive professional experience in information security, IT risk, or technology leadership
  • Proven ability leading enterprise or cybersecurity programs in a global organization
  • Expertise securing IT environments, including cloud, SaaS, identity, and enterprise applications
  • Executive level communication skills with the ability to translate technical risk into business impact
  • Professional certifications preferably CISSP, CISM, or CRISC

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's degree or MBA
  • Proficiency supporting public company environments, including SOX and internal audit collaboration
  • Competency leading information protection initiatives and building security culture in an international organization
  • Cloud security expertise (AWS, Azure, or similar platforms)
  • Demonstrated capacity in supporting large scale digital transformation or enterprise modernization initiatives
  • Proven success operating within a matrixed, multinational organization
  • Effective leadership presence with the ability to influence

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