Head of Cyber Security

Colt Technology Services Group Ltd.; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Cybersecurity to lead their cybersecurity strategy and ensure the protection of digital assets. This pivotal role involves managing the Security Operations Center, overseeing technical audits, and leading penetration testing initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise in security frameworks and risk management, alongside excellent communication skills to convey complex concepts to diverse stakeholders. Join this forward-thinking company and play a crucial role in enhancing their cybersecurity posture while collaborating with internal and external partners to align initiatives with business objectives.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in cybersecurity frameworks and risk management.
• Experience with penetration testing and incident response.
• Bachelor's degree or relevant industry experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the cybersecurity strategy and manage the Security Operations Center.
• Oversee technical audits and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Drive continuous improvement in security operations and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Security frameworks

Penetration testing

Risk management

Cloud security

IT Infrastructure security

Communication skills

Outsourced SOC management

Incident response

Cybersecurity best practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

Tools

SIEM

SOAR

EDR/XDR

Job description

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As Head of Cybersecurity, you will be a member of the Technology Management Team reporting to the Senior Director of Technology, with a dotted line report to the Senior Director of Security and Resilience.

The Head of Cybersecurity is responsible for leading Colt Data Centre Services' cybersecurity strategy, ensuring the protection of digital assets, and maintaining compliance with corporate and industry standards. This role requires a highly skilled technical expert with leadership capabilities to drive continuous improvement in security operations.

Job Description

Outcomes

1. Security Operations Center (SOC) Management: Serve as the primary escalation point for outsourced SOC services, ensuring effective incident response and threat mitigation.
2. Technical Audit & Compliance: Oversee regular cybersecurity audits, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and best practices. Act as the primary contact for customer technical audit queries.
3. Penetration Testing: Lead scheduled and ad-hoc penetration testing initiatives to identify vulnerabilities and implement remediation strategies.
4. Continuous Improvement: Develop and execute strategies to enhance cybersecurity posture, leveraging emerging technologies and industry trends.
5. Risk Management: Identify and assess cybersecurity risks, recommending and implementing mitigation strategies to protect organizational assets.
6. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to drive improvements and align cybersecurity initiatives with business objectives.
7. Incident Response & Forensics: Lead investigations into security incidents, ensuring rapid response and recovery. Carry out root cause analyses and ensure associated action plans are owned, developed, and implemented.
8. Training & Awareness: Work with the Security & Resilience Team to provide expert input and promote cybersecurity awareness through training programs and best practices. Ensure policies, processes, and standards reflect current cybersecurity best practices.

Skills / Expertise

• Strong technical expertise in security frameworks, penetration testing, and risk management.
• Solid understanding of technology security, including Cloud, Applications, and IT Infrastructure.
• Expertise in security controls and tools such as SIEM, SOAR, EDR/XDR.
• Experience working in industrial or operational environments with a significant Operational Technology footprint.
• Excellent communication skills to convey complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience managing outsourced SOC services and incident response teams.
• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices such as ISO 27001, SOC, NIST CSF, and Cyber Essentials.

Education

A bachelor’s degree, preferably in a technical discipline, or relevant industry experience.