Head of Cyber Security (FCA Experience essential)

PEXA Group; Thame; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative tech company in the UK is seeking a Head of Cyber Security. This role involves defining and delivering the cyber security strategy, leading teams, and ensuring compliance with FCA regulations. The position offers a salary between £90,000 and £110,000. Ideal candidates will have experience in regulated environments and modern security tools.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a regulated financial services environment.
• Strong understanding of security governance and audit processes.
• Experience with modern security toolsets.

Responsibilities

• Define and deliver the UK cyber security strategy.
• Act as the senior security authority for UK brands.
• Lead and mentor security teams in cybersecurity operations.

Skills

Leading cyber security operations

Security governance frameworks

Stakeholder management

Incident response expertise

Mentoring teams

Understanding of FCA regulations

Tools

Cortex XDR

Splunk

Abnormal Security

Prisma Cloud

Job description

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Hi, we're PEXA!

We know you'll Google us before applying, so let's keep this brief. PEXA revolutionised the way that property is settled in Australia, turning a paper-based process into a digital one. Our solution is a world‑first, with over 500 people across Australia and an expanding international team, we're helping 20,000+ families into their homes each week.

We're passionate about solving problems for our customers – always striving to set the standard for how property is bought and sold. Being awarded as one of the best places to work in Australia is a recognition of our culture and commitment to innovation, customers and our community.

We're growing fast, and we need a Head of Cyber Security to join our UK team. We believe our success in Australia is worth sharing and that our proven technology will advance how the UK buys and sells homes.

Establishing ourselves within the UK in late 2020, we are committed to collaborating with lawyers, conveyancers, lenders, government and the property industry to set the new standard for remortgages and property transactions.

Why Become a PEXArian?

Great question! Being a PEXArian is so much more than just a job. We love what we do and are proud to admit it. Creating brilliant experiences for our members and clients wouldn't be possible without ensuring we deliver an exceptional employee experience.

Your growth: We encourage you to hit your personal and professional learning and development goals with our tailored programs and tools.

Your wellness: We care about your holistic wellbeing.

Your work/life blend: We want to help you create your ideal work/life blend, rather than squeezing life around work.

About the Role

As the Head of Cyber Security at PEXA UK, you’ll play a key role in protecting the digital backbone of our business. Working closely with the UK CTO, Group CISO, and the PEXA UK leadership team, you’ll define and drive the security strategy, standards, and posture across our three UK brands: PEXA UK, Smoove, and Optima Legal.

You’ll lead our Security Operations (SOC), Security Engineering, and Information Security and Governance functions, covering everything from incident response and secure architecture to audits, lender assurance, and compliance with ISO 27001 and FCA requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and deliver the UK cyber security strategy and roadmap aligned with business and group objectives.
• Act as the senior security authority for PEXA UK, Smoove, and Optima Legal.
• Partner with the Group CISO, UK CTO, and risk functions to align frameworks and initiatives.
• Lead and mentor a multi‑disciplinary team across SOC, engineering, and information security.
• Represent UK security priorities in leadership forums, lender assurance discussions, and governance reviews.
• Oversee SOC operations ensuring timely threat detection, response, and resolution.
• Continuously improve detection and response capabilities using Cortex XDR, Abnormal Security, Splunk, and Nucleus.
• Manage vulnerability management end‑to‑end, from scanning and prioritisation to remediation tracking.
• Coordinate with third‑party partners such as Blazeguard and CCX to ensure effective service delivery.
• Oversee secure configuration, endpoint management, and patch compliance across hybrid environments including Azure and AWS.
• Own the UK information security framework and assurance programs, including ISO 27001, FCA standards, SOC audits, and lender assurances.
• Maintain and evolve security policies, standards, and control frameworks.
• Lead audit preparation, evidence collection, and control testing for certifications and partner reviews.
• Build strong partnerships across engineering, IT, legal, HR, and operations to embed security in everyday practices.
• Provide input on vendor assessments and third‑party risk management.
• Promote a culture of security awareness through training, phishing simulations, and education programs.
• Report on cyber risk, maturity, and incidents to senior leadership with transparency and continuous improvement.

Key Skills

• Proven experience leading cyber security operations in a regulated or financial services environment (FCA exposure preferred).
• Strong understanding of security governance, assurance frameworks, and audit processes (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, Cyber Essentials Plus).
• Experience with modern security tooling such as Cortex XDR, Palo Alto Networks, Splunk, Abnormal Security, Prisma Cloud, Airlock, and Nucleus.
• Deep knowledge of incident response, threat hunting, and vulnerability management.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills – able to explain complex risks in simple terms.
• Experience building and mentoring high‑performing teams across technical and governance functions.
• Confident working in partnership with global teams and external partners to deliver consistent, secure outcomes.

£90,000 - £110,000 a year

Benefits and Culture

We believe cyber security should be understood, embraced, and loved – not feared. Our job is to make it simple and part of how everyone works.

If this role sounds like you, apply today.

Legal and Data Privacy

Digital Completion UK Limited, Optima Legal Services Limited, and Smoove Limited are all owned by PEXA Group Limited. By applying, you consent to us processing your personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation and the Data Protection Act 2018. Further information can be found in our privacy notice.

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