Chief Cyber & Information Security Leader

London School of Science and Technology (LSST); Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading higher education institution in the UK is seeking a Head of Data and Information Security to provide strategic leadership in cyber security and information governance. This role is crucial for ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of information assets while reducing cyber risk across the institution. The ideal candidate will develop comprehensive strategies, oversee compliance with regulations, and coordinate responses to security incidents. The position offers competitive salaries, flexible working hours, and generous leave policies.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Working from home opportunities

Generous annual leave

Tax-efficient pension scheme

Relocation allowance

Qualifications

• Experience in developing and delivering cyber security and information governance strategies.
• Ability to undertake risk assessments and maintain oversight of governance risks.
• Proven track record in ensuring compliance with legislation and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of data and information security strategies.
• Oversee security policy compliance and risk assessments.
• Coordinate responses to significant security incidents.

Skills

Cyber security strategy development

Information governance

Risk assessment

Incident response

Stakeholder relationship building

Job description

A leading higher education institution in the UK is seeking a Head of Data and Information Security to provide strategic leadership in cyber security and information governance. This role is crucial for ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of information assets while reducing cyber risk across the institution. The ideal candidate will develop comprehensive strategies, oversee compliance with regulations, and coordinate responses to security incidents. The position offers competitive salaries, flexible working hours, and generous leave policies.