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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Head of Information and Cyber Security - **Company:** Anderson Quigley - **Location:** Greater London, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, Disaster Recovery, Identity and Access Management - **Published:** August 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815045612-head-of-information-and-cyber-security ## About the Role We're looking for a proven security leader with: * A track record in leading enterprise-level information security functions or programmes (Head of, Deputy CISO, or equivalent). * Deep knowledge of governance, risk management, compliance, and frameworks such as ISO 27001, GDPR, Cyber Essentials, and NIST. * Ability to balance security risk with business agility using a pragmatic, risk-based approach. * Experience developing and embedding security awareness across an organisation. * Strong expertise in cloud security (Azure, M365), data protection, identity & access management, and modern security tooling. * Understanding of AI, automation, and emerging technology risk management. * Leadership experience in security operations and incident response. * Knowledge of business continuity, disaster recovery, and operational resilience frameworks. * Experience designing and managing security assurance and audit programmes. ## Description The Law Society is seeking an experienced and visionary Head of Information and Cyber Security to lead their enterprise-wide security strategy. You will define and deliver the security roadmap, manage information and IT risk, and embed a strong security culture across the organisation. Reporting to the Executive Director of Technology & Change, you will act as a trusted adviser, translating complex risks into clear business terms and ensuring they remain secure, resilient, and agile. Key Responsibilities * Provide strategic leadership for information and cyber security across the organisation. * Define and implement the security roadmap, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks. * Manage enterprise-wide security and IT risk, including risk registers, control testing, and executive reporting. * Develop and embed a cross-organisation security awareness culture. * Oversee security operations and incident response at a leadership level. * Ensure robust business continuity, disaster recovery, and operational resilience frameworks. * Design and manage security assurance and audit programmes. About You We're looking for a proven security leader with: * A track record in leading enterprise-level information security functions or programmes (Head of, Deputy CISO, or equivalent). * Deep knowledge of governance, risk management, compliance, and frameworks such as ISO 27001, GDPR, Cyber Essentials, and NIST. * Ability to balance security risk with business agility using a pragmatic, risk-based approach. * Experience developing and embedding security awareness across an organisation. * Strong expertise in cloud security (Azure, M365), data protection, identity & access management, and modern security tooling. * Understanding of AI, automation, and emerging technology risk management. * Leadership experience in security operations and incident response. * Knowledge of business continuity, disaster recovery, and operational resilience frameworks. * Experience designing and managing security assurance and audit programmes. Why Join Us? This is a unique and exciting opportunity to shape the security posture of a leading professional body, ensuring resilience and trust in their systems and services. 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