Global Security & Platform Engineering Leader

Sellick Partnership; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services business in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Head of Security & Platform Engineering. The successful candidate will lead four technology towers and build governance frameworks while fostering a strong security culture. Responsibilities include overseeing platform delivery and cyber security functions. Candidates should have proven IT leadership experience, an understanding of IT infrastructure, and relevant certifications. This role offers an attractive salary and additional benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing cyber security and technology teams in a global and complex environment.
• Experience in IT leadership roles managing platform/infrastructure services.
• Expertise in compliance and security frameworks such as Cyber Essentials Plus.
• Relevant cloud certifications in Azure or AWS.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for strategic leadership, governance, and operational oversight of platform delivery.
• Build governance frameworks and embed a dynamic security culture.
• Drive high-class cyber resilience across the organization.

Skills

Managing cyber security teams

IT leadership

Understanding of IT Infrastructure

Knowledge of cloud platforms

ITIL based service management

Security solutions delivery

Compliance and security frameworks

Cloud certifications (Azure/AWS)

Education

ITIL Foundation or Expert Level certified

Job description

A global professional services business in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Head of Security & Platform Engineering. The successful candidate will lead four technology towers and build governance frameworks while fostering a strong security culture. Responsibilities include overseeing platform delivery and cyber security functions. Candidates should have proven IT leadership experience, an understanding of IT infrastructure, and relevant certifications. This role offers an attractive salary and additional benefits.