Head of Cyber Security

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Head of Cyber Security based in London. This critical role requires strong leadership to develop a security practice while managing a technical team. The ideal candidate will possess relevant certifications and extensive experience in security operations and compliance. Join an organization with a fantastic culture in this pivotal position.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in cybersecurity leadership and team management.
• Hands-on experience with security technologies and compliance frameworks.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the Security practice and a team of security professionals.
• Oversee security operations, projects, and consultancy aspects.
• Maintain awareness of emerging security threats and technologies.

Skills

Leadership

Technical Expertise

Governance and Compliance

Education

CISSP

CISA

CISM

Tools

Microsoft Security

Vulnerability Management Tools

SIEM

Job description

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Head of Cyber Security, london (city of london)

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Client:

InfraView - Specialist Cloud & IT Infrastructure Technology Recruitment

Location:

london (city of london), United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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Job Description:

Head of Cyber Security – London/Hybrid - £100,000

This role requires someone who has/is working for a Managed Service Provider

• Build, develop and shape Security practice
• Define strategy aligning with business goals

You will be responsible for technically leading and developing a team of Cyber Security experts. Building, maturing and providing Security services to multiple customers in multiple sectors. This is a management position but this person must also be able to lead from the front from a technical perspective. We need a “people manager” as well as someone who can drive technology, drive performance and create a collaborative environment where everyone feels valued.

You’ll report into board and will need to be the kind of person to “stand up and be counted”. Someone who has “been there and done it” is ideal but with the same passion, energy and love for the tech and role as they’ve ever had. This is my clients key hire for 2024 and the whole business is excited about the value this person can add.

You will provide insights and guidance to customers as a vCISO as well as vulnerability management, major incident response, and security monitoring improvements and be expected to demonstrate technical expertise in Audit, Assessments, Design, Implementation, Testing, Compliance and Reporting.

Responsibilities

• Own the evolution and growth of the Security Service and represent the security function within the business
• Grow, develop and lead a team of security professionals ensuring employee engagement. Empower your staff to deliver first-class service
• Keep up to date with developments in the security field including significant new threats, and emerging technologies.
• Deliver the technical and advisory aspects of Managed Security Services across the customer base.
• Understand and consult with customers and internal colleagues on governance and compliance
• Foster a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative culture.
• Assess the team’s capabilities and identify areas of improvement – constantly!
• Security Operations 30%; Projects 40%; Consultancy/Leadership 30%.
• Hold relevant certifications such as some of: CISSP, CISA, CYSA+, Security+, CISM, CEH, Microsoft Security (SC-200, AZ-500, MS-500).
• Technical knowledge and broad hands-on experience of working with security technologies such as the Microsoft stack, vulnerability management tools, SIEMs including Sentinel.
• Previous experience of delivering security projects
• Experience of overseeing and leading remediation of security assessments including Cyber Essentials, Cyber Essentials Plus, and NIST CSF.
• Experience in incident response and overseeing operational improvement actions such as development and tuning of security monitoring, alerting, and reporting.

It goes without saying that this is a MASSIVE hire for the client but more importantly, a MASSIVE opportunity for you at a great business with amazing culture!

For more info, please reply directly to this, or email your CV direct too - [emailprotected] , or call me on 020 3950 1996