Chief Information Security Officer

FashionUnited Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

Dr. Martens is seeking a world‑class Chief Information Security Officer to lead its global information security agenda. You will shape a Cyber Security Strategy that protects our brand, customers and operations across platforms and regions.

As a trusted executive, you will translate complex cyber and compliance matters into clear business recommendations for the Board and executives, guiding risk, investments and governance while enabling growth and innovation.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Information Security and cyber security leadership.
• Strong governance, risk management, and compliance knowledge.
• Proven ability to lead audits and manage regulatory programmes.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication with senior leadership.
• Professional qualifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC or AIGP are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Own and deliver the global Cyber Strategy aligned to business objectives.
• Lead information security risk management, governance, and standards.
• Oversee security operations, incident response, and third-party partnerships.
• Partner with Security Engineering to ensure secure-by-design across IAM, PAM, and data management.
• Develop and mentor the global Information Security team and engage with stakeholders.

Skills

InfoSec leadership

Governance & risk

Audits & compliance

Threat awareness

Security certifications

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.

WHERE YOU SIT

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.

WHERE YOU CONTRIBUTE

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

As our Chief Information Security Officer, you will be responsible for:

• 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

Put simply, the key things we’re looking for are:

• 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?

• 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

READY TO FILL YOUR BOOTS?

If you’re excited to own your impact, shape the future of an iconic brand, and grow your career in a place that champions individuality - we’d love to hear from you.

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.

We strive to develop a business where our people can thrive and feel empowered to express themselves. Because we believe everyone should feel supported and included whatever their role in the Dr. Martens community.

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