Head of IT Security

Exposed Solutions ,
London, Greater London
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £60000 - £80000 per annum

Overview

Our client is a world leading software company working in an exciting niche market. The Head of IT Security will be responsible for the business IT Security policies, procedures, controls and business continuity related process in support of industry regulations and guidelines, client contractual requirements, group or international regulations, standards or requirements and any other relevant regulations or requirements. Head of IT Security Key Responsibilities: - Model company values in personal work behaviours, decision making, contributions and interpersonal interactions - Line management responsibility for the group IT Security strategy, compliance and governance. - Lead change management and risk management efforts relating to IT Security issues, including developing plans to ensure timely completion of projects. - Analyze the state of security within the organization and develop, communicate and optimize a roadmap to address challenges - Ensure a stable, secure IT environment that responds to the needs of internal and external clients Head of IT Security Technical Competencies - Either Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) qualifications or a significant level of experience of leading an IS function that has delivered a secure, robust, sustainable and cost-effective technology infrastructure. - A strong and demonstrable knowledge of PCI-DSS requirements and the ISO27001 standard and experience of working within a certified business including developing, documenting and implementing information security policies. - ALL APPLICANTS MUST BE FREE TO WORK IN THE UK FREE FROM THE RESTRICTIONS OF VISA`S AND WORK PERMITS. Exposed Solutions is acting as an employment agency to this client. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, and we confirm that we will gladly accept applications from persons of any age for this role