Head of Cyber Security

TechNET IT Recruitment Ltd; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment company is seeking an experienced Interim Global Head of IT Security & Governance to lead major cyber transformation and governance initiatives. Candidates should have proven leadership in IT security, experience with large-scale transformations, and strong knowledge of international security frameworks like ISO 27001 and NIST. This role involves collaboration with senior leadership to enhance cyber resilience and strategic governance across the organization.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in global IT security and governance.
• Experience in large-scale cyber transformation projects.
• Strong knowledge of international security frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead global cyber strategy and transformation efforts.
• Strengthen ISO 27001, NIST, CIS and governance frameworks.
• Oversee compliance, security operations, and incident response.

Skills

Global IT security leadership

Cyber transformation experience

Knowledge of ISO 27001

Knowledge of NIST

Knowledge of CIS

Education

CISSP certification

CISM certification

CISA certification

ISO27001 Lead Implementer certification

Job description

Interim Global Head of IT Security & Governance

Location : London / Midlands / Sussex (Hybrid)

Contract Length : 3 - 6 months

Day Rate : Competitive DOE

We're supporting a global organisation seeking an immediate-impact security leader to guide and accelerate major cyber transformation and governance programmes.

As Interim Global Head of IT Security & Governance, you’ll provide strategic direction, uplift global frameworks, and strengthen cyber resilience across multiple regions. You’ll work closely with senior leadership to stabilise ongoing initiatives and drive secure-by-design practices across the enterprise.

Key Focus Areas

• Lead global cyber strategy and transformation efforts
• Strengthen ISO 27001, NIST, CIS and governance frameworks
• Oversee risk, compliance, security operations, and incident response
• Introduce AI-driven threat detection and automation capabilities
• Manage MSSPs and global security partners
• Act as a trusted advisor to C-suite and Board stakeholders

What You’ll Bring

• Proven global IT security & governance leadership
• Experience in large-scale cyber transformation
• Strong knowledge of international security frameworks
• Ability to deliver rapid assessment, stabilisation, and strategic clarity
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, ISO27001 Lead Implementer