Chief Information Security & Data Governance Leader

Elexon; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Private medical insurance

Generous pension scheme

Hybrid work 2 days in London

Job summary

Elexon, a leader in the energy sector, seeks a Chief Information Security Officer to shape cyber security, data governance and resilience across the industry. You will report to the Chief Digital Officer and work with the Executive Leadership Team and Board to provide independent assurance and strategic guidance.

This senior role leads Information Security, SSES and Data Governance, directing risk management, policy development and industry collaboration.

Qualifications

• Significant senior leadership experience across information security, cyber security or data governance.
• Proven ability to develop and implement enterprise-wide cyber security and data governance strategies.
• Strong knowledge of security risk management, control frameworks and ISO 27001.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead cyber security, information security and data governance strategies.
• Provide strategic oversight of cyber resilience, incident response and business continuity.
• Establish enterprise-wide security policies, governance frameworks and risk management standards.
• Lead data governance framework including data quality, stewardship and lifecycle management.
• Provide executive leadership for Smart Secure Electricity Systems (SSES) security and assurance.
• Drive secure data sharing and interoperability with regulators and market participants.
• Govern AI and emerging tech risk to ensure safe use and governance.
• Advise CEO, ELT and Board on material security and data risks with clear recommendations.
• Build high-performing teams, manage budgets and suppliers while fostering collaboration.

Skills

Cyber leadership

Info sec strategy

Data governance

Regulatory compliance

Executive communication

Job description

Elexon, a leader in the energy sector, seeks a Chief Information Security Officer to shape cyber security, data governance and resilience across the industry. You will report to the Chief Digital Officer and work with the Executive Leadership Team and Board to provide independent assurance and strategic guidance.

This senior role leads Information Security, SSES and Data Governance, directing risk management, policy development and industry collaboration.