Executive Field CISO, UK & Northern Europe

Check Point Software; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Check Point Software is seeking a seasoned Chief Information Security Officer to join our Global Field CISO organization in the UK & Ireland and Northern Europe. You will guide executive security strategy, translate complex threats into business guidance, and lead high‑level engagements with boards and regulators.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in cybersecurity leadership, global enterprise experience, and strong executive presence.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in cybersecurity, including leadership or advisory roles.
• Experience as a CISO, Deputy CISO, Field CISO, security executive, or senior security architect preferred.
• Experience working with global enterprises and regulated industries.
• Public speaking and media experience.
• Existing executive relationships within the cybersecurity community.
• Familiarity with current threat landscape and AI-driven cyber risks.
• Relevant industry certifications (CISSP, CISM, CCISO, etc.) beneficial but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted cybersecurity advisor for enterprise and strategic customers across the UKI and Northern Europe.
• Lead executive-level cybersecurity discussions with CISOs, CIOs, boards, regulators, and business leaders.
• Translate emerging threats, geopolitical risks, AI-driven threats, and industry trends into actionable business guidance.
• Support strategic sales engagements by aligning cybersecurity strategy with customer business objectives.
• Deliver thought leadership through keynotes, executive briefings, industry events, webinars, and media engagements.
• Collaborate with sales, product, threat intelligence, marketing, and executive leadership teams.
• Help shape cybersecurity messaging, customer strategy, and executive engagement programs.
• Build long‑term trusted relationships with senior security leaders and industry influencers.
• Provide feedback from the field to product and leadership teams regarding customer priorities and market trends.
• Mentor internal teams and contribute to the evolution of the global Field CISO program.
• Work with product managers, business, and other teams at Check Point.
• Travel often to customer events, and executive engagement on end user customer locations.

Skills

Executive presence

Public speaking

Leadership

Strategic cybersecurity

Threat intelligence

AI-driven threats

Stakeholder management

Mentoring

Relationship building

Travel readiness

Education

CISSP

CISM

CCISO

Job description

Check Point Software is seeking a seasoned Chief Information Security Officer to join our Global Field CISO organization in the UK & Ireland and Northern Europe. You will guide executive security strategy, translate complex threats into business guidance, and lead high‑level engagements with boards and regulators.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in cybersecurity leadership, global enterprise experience, and strong executive presence.