Chief Security Officer - Public Sector Security Leader

Global Resourcing; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK government agency seeks a Chief Security Officer to lead security strategy for one of the UK's largest public sector organizations. You will oversee a security function and a Fraud Prevention Centre, developing a collaborative culture and innovative security solutions. The role demands advanced information security expertise and strong leadership skills, impacting millions of citizens and organizations. Excellent opportunity to influence security strategies at the highest levels of civil service.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of information security principles and control frameworks.
• Proven strategic leadership across large-scale IT environments.
• Extensive technical expertise in security and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead on HMRC's security and data protection strategic vision.
• Provide leadership to HMRC's Security Function.
• Oversee operations of a Fraud Prevention Centre.
• Establish HMRC's security program for asset protection.
• Contribute to overall CDIO policy making and strategy.
• Lead, motivate, and develop team members.

Skills

Information security principles

Leadership in security management

Stakeholder management

Technical expertise in security

Change management

Team leadership

Education

Relevant academic qualifications (degree or postgraduate)

Professional certifications (CISSP, CISM)

Job description

A UK government agency seeks a Chief Security Officer to lead security strategy for one of the UK's largest public sector organizations. You will oversee a security function and a Fraud Prevention Centre, developing a collaborative culture and innovative security solutions. The role demands advanced information security expertise and strong leadership skills, impacting millions of citizens and organizations. Excellent opportunity to influence security strategies at the highest levels of civil service.