Information and Data Security Officer - West Yorkshire, United Kingdom - Investigo

Description

If so, InX have been retained by a leading Financial Services business to identify a Group CISO to join the CIO's SMT.

Reporting directly to the board CIO, the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) will be responsible for overseeing and implementing the company's information security strategy to protect systems, networks, and data assets.

You will collaborate with cross–functional teams to identify and mitigate cybersecurity risks, develop policies and procedures, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Additionally, you will lead incident response efforts, conduct security awareness training, and stay abreast of emerging threats and technologies to continuously enhance the security posture.

It is important to note that this role is highly strategic as well as technical, we are seeking an individual who can articulate a vision and roadmap and build capability to deliver against this.

Develop and implement an information security strategy aligned with business objectives
Lead the design and implementation of security policies, standards, and procedures
Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation plans to address cybersecurity threats
Manage security operations, including monitoring, detection, and incident response
Collaborate with IT and other departments to ensure security controls are effectively integrated into systems and processes
Stay current on industry trends, best practices, and regulatory requirements to inform security strategy and decision–making
Proven experience (10+ years) in a Security leadership role within a highly regulated Industry, ideally Payments / Financial Services
Deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, technologies, and best practices alongside hands–on examples of implementation