Head of Cyber Security - Birmingham, United Kingdom - KPMG-UnitedKingdom

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KPMG-UnitedKingdom
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Birmingham, United Kingdom

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Job Title:
Head of Cyber Security

Grade:
Associate Partner

Department:
Technology

Role type:
Full time, Permanent

Location:
Hybrid role anywhere in the UK, we have an office near you


Team size:
You will lead a team of c.50 KPMG InfoSec professionals in the UK and India.


Reporting Lines:
The Head of Cyber Security reports directly to the CIO, with a dotted line to the CISO.

Your role is accountable for leading the Information Security (InfoSec) 1st line function for the UK firm.

The scope of this role oversees the operational delivery in BAU, and all projects and programmes related to KPMG's overall InfoSec Programme which is set by the CISO.

This role has a dotted line to the CISO who is in the 2nd Line of Defence and is the overall accountable owner of the InfoSec Strategy and delivery programme in KPMG UK.

Together, the 1st and 2nd Lines operate as one team with shared goals and strategic direction.


You will be responsible for ensuring that services and systems are designed, built, and operated securely; leading the development and deployment of standards and reference architectures ensuring Infosec is an enabler within the firm and driving a secure development mindset.

This will include further embedding a DevSecOps approach in a "Cloud First" environment.


You will have responsibility for ensuring the appropriate operation of the technical security controls, to assure compliance with KPMG Information Security policies and delivering technology investments related to 1st Line Information Security.

The role will ensure that standards, procedures and supporting processes are in alignment with UK Information Security Policy and control frameworks, and support accreditations such as Cyber Essentials (+) and ISO27001.


Your role will be the senior operational point of contact for Technology Leadership for Cyber Security incidents and is responsible for assessing the impact of emerging threats and new technology in relation to the in-place Information Security controls.


You will work closely with the CISO and the Director of Information Assurance to ensure adherence to relevant KPMG Global and UK Information Security policies.

You will also work closely with your peers in other KPMG Member Firms, and with the Global 1st Line of Defence for Information Security.


Key Responsibilities:

You will need to establish a trusting working relationship with key stakeholders within IT Services, and the business, and will:


Skills & Experience:


  • High level of Emotional Intelligence and ability to exemplify the KPMG values (Integrity, Excellence, Courage, Together, For better) whilst showing true empathy and high support for colleagues under your leadership;
  • Previous experience of senior leadership in an Information Security environment.
  • Ability to work positively, influence, and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders at all levels of Seniority, project teams, and 3rd party service providers.
  • Strong leadership and management skills.
  • Inclusive, no personal agenda, strives to deliver in the best interests of the firm and our clients and regulators
  • Resilience with high focus on 'getting things done'
  • High energy, flourishes in fast paced, dynamic environments
  • Calm in a crisis and able to recognise when people and teams need extra support
  • Able to understand, support, and suggest additions and refinements to the wider objectives of the Digital Strategy, as well as the CISO's Information Security strategy.
  • Good knowledge of techniques for planning, monitoring, and sponsoring investment programmes (Agile and Waterfall) as a key customer.
  • Good knowledge of budgeting and resource allocation procedures.
  • Proven written and oral communications skills, and strong interpersonal skills that can be executed credibly to inspire confidence in you and the delivery of the project.
  • A strong problem solver with a pragmatic and tenacious attitude to seek out resolutions.
  • Experience of working in a Professional Services or Partnership environment would be advantageous.
  • Currently holds, or is able to hold, UK Security Clearance (SC)
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