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
SeniorJob 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