Head of Cyber Security

TechNET IT Recruitment Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A global organization is looking for an Interim Global Head of IT Security & Governance to lead cyber strategy and enhance governance frameworks. The role requires proven leadership in IT security and experience in large-scale cyber transformations. Candidates should possess strong knowledge of international security standards and relevant certifications. This is a hybrid contract opportunity lasting 3 to 6 months, and offers a competitive day rate based on experience.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership in IT security & governance

Cyber transformation expertise

Knowledge of ISO 27001

Risk management

Incident response management

Education

Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, ISO27001 Lead Implementer

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