Head of Information Security

Description:

Head of Information Security

London (Hybrid – 2–3 days onsite)
£95,000 + Generous bonus & benefits

We’re looking for an experienced Head of Information Security to lead and mature our clients information security capability at a strategic level. This is a senior leadership role for someone already operating at Head of InfoSec level, with the confidence to shape strategy, influence stakeholders, and deliver pragmatic security outcomes in a growing organisation.

The Role

As Head of Information Security, you will own the organisation’s information security posture end‑to‑end. Sitting as a seperate function to IT but working  alongside them in a collaborative approach you will assess current maturity, define a clear security strategy, and lead its implementation across people, process, and technology. Working closely with senior leadership, small internal teams, and trusted third‑party vendors, you’ll ensure security is embedded, proportionate, and aligned to business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Lead cybersecurity maturity assessments and define a clear, actionable roadmap for improvement
Develop, implement, and continuously improve the Information Security strategy, policies, and standards
Act as the senior subject matter expert for information and cyber security across the organisation
Manage and optimise third‑party security relationships, including suppliers, MSPs, and assurance partners
Oversee security governance, risk management, and compliance activities
Provide leadership and direction to a small internal team, supported by external vendors
Engage with senior stakeholders to translate security risk into clear business impact and priorities
Understnading of AI threats and guard rails as well as the use of AI to improve security posture.
Support audits, certifications, and assurance activities (e.g. ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials Plus)
About You

You’ll be a confident, hands‑on security leader who is comfortable operating at both strategic and operational levels.

Essential experience:

Currently operating (or recently operated) at Head of Information Security level
Strong background in Security, Governance Risk Compliance, strategy development, and delivery
Experience managing small teams and coordinating work with external security vendors
Proven track record managing third‑party security and supplier risk
Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at senior level
ISO 27001 certification experience and/or Cyber Essentials Plus
Broad security background rather than a narrow technical specialism
Experience in professional services environments advantageous
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 Why Join?

Senior leadership role with genuine influence over security direction
Hybrid working model with flexibility
Competitive salary of up to £95,000 plus a generous bonus and benefits package
Opportunity to shape and mature a security function rather than simply maintain one
Opportunity to progress into a CISO capacity in the future
This is a fantastic opportunity with a truly awesome organisation and an opportunity not to be missed