Chief Information Security Officer

Dr. Martens plc; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Staff discounts

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Volunteer days

Job summary

Dr. Martens plc is seeking a Chief Information Security Officer to lead the global information security agenda. The role reports to the Chief Technology Officer and is embedded in the Technology team, guiding security across brand, customers and operations.

You will shape cyber strategy, drive maturity, ensure certifications, and translate risk into business decisions for the Board and executives. Strong governance, incident response and cross‑functional collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in information security leadership and risk management.
• Knowledge of security frameworks and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Own and deliver global Cyber Strategy aligned with business objectives.

Skills

Cyber security strategy

Governance & risk management

Audits & compliance

Leadership & people management

CISSP/CISM/CRISC or equivalent

Tools

ISO 27001

GDPR/CCPA/PCI DSS knowledge

NIST CSF 2.0 familiarity

Job description

Dr. Martens is more than a brand - it’s a global icon with over 60 years of attitude, heritage, and cultural impact. We’re a thriving, values‑driven business powered by diverse thinkers, bold doers, and people who bring their whole selves to work. If you’re ready to make your mark, you’re in the right place.

At DM, our values guide everything we do: Be Yourself, Act Courageously, Show You Care. They’re not just words - they’re how we turn passion into progress.

As our Chief Information Security Officer, you’ll be part of the Technology team working closely with brilliant people across the business and reporting into Chief Technology Officer. You’ll be right at the heart of fast‑moving projects that shape how we show up for our consumers - today and tomorrow.

As our Chief Information Security Officer, you will lead Dr. Martens’ global information security agenda, shaping and delivering a Cyber Security Strategy that protects our brand, customers, colleagues, operations and digital platforms. You will be accountable for improving security maturity, maintaining key compliance certifications and ensuring security priorities are aligned to our commercial goals, risk appetite and global technology roadmap.

You will be a trusted executive advisor, able to translate complex cyber, technology and compliance matters into clear, business-focused recommendations for the Board, Executive Committee and senior stakeholders. You will provide practical guidance on risk, investment, control effectiveness, delivery priorities and the trade-offs required to protect Dr. Martens while enabling growth and innovation.

You will set the standard for governance, risk management and compliance across the organisation, ensuring our policies, processes and controls are effective, demonstrable and proportionate to the risks we face. You will bring strong working knowledge of relevant frameworks and obligations, including ISO 27001, GDPR, CCPA, PCI DSS and NIST CSF 2.0, and use them to strengthen how Dr. Martens manages cyber risk globally.

You will be an influential senior leader who keeps ahead of emerging threats, regulatory change and technology trends that could affect Dr. Martens. You will help the business make confident, informed decisions on areas such as AI, data, software and digital platforms, ensuring innovation is supported by clear security guardrails and responsible risk management.

Core Accountabilities

• Owning and delivering the global Cyber Strategy, aligning priorities, investment and operating models to business objectives, risk, regulatory requirements and cyber maturity.
• Leading information security risk management, governance, policies and standards, including audits, third-party risk, PCI-DSS, regulatory compliance and security reporting to senior leadership and governance forums.
• Overseeing security operations, vulnerability and penetration testing, third-party security partnerships and incident response, acting as the senior escalation point for material security incidents and strengthening cyber resilience.
• Partnering with Security Engineering and Architecture teams to ensure effective security controls, technology partnerships and security‑by‑design principles across IAM, PAM, email security, AI, development and data management.
• Leading, coaching and developing the global Information Security team while building strong relationships across Technology, Legal, Compliance, Risk and wider business stakeholders to drive effective security outcomes.

Key Skills & Capabilities

• Significant experience in Information Security, Cyber Security, Risk or a related senior leadership environment, with strong knowledge of security strategy, governance and risk management.
• Strong understanding of current and emerging cyber threats, security technologies, regulatory requirements and industry frameworks, with experience leading audits and compliance programmes.
• Proven leadership and people-management skills, with the ability to develop high‑performing teams, build capability and influence senior stakeholders across a global organisation.
• Strong communication, decision‑making and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to manage complex incidents, risk escalations and confidential matters with integrity and sound judgement.
• Relevant professional qualifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC or AIGP are advantageous, alongside a commitment to continuous learning and staying current with emerging security and AI risks.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Hybrid working
• Welcome free pair of Docs
• ‘Buy as you Earn’ Share scheme
• 65% off all Docs
• 50% off Accessories
• Pension Scheme through Aviva
• Life Assurance
• 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Private healthcare
• 2 paid volunteer days per year

Application closing date: Monday 14th of September 2026

At Dr. Martens, we are committed to creating an environment in which we can all be our best and bring our authentic selves to work. We encourage applications, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, veteran status, or disability. Diverse and inclusive teams have a positive impact on our brand; helping us to speak authentically to our consumers.