Head of Information Security

The Salvation Army UK and Ireland Territory; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army UK and Ireland Territory is seeking a Head of IT Security (CISO) to lead the senior IT security function from the Territorial Headquarters in London. The role focuses on strategy, risk management and cyber security across the organisation.

You will recruit and develop a security team, implement security frameworks, and report to the CIO. This is a strategic position guiding security for thousands of staff across multiple locations.

Qualifications

• Senior leadership experience in IT security.
• Proven ability to recruit and lead a security team.
• Knowledge of ISO27001 and NIST frameworks.
• Strong communication with senior management.
• Experience across large, distributed organizations.

Responsibilities

• Define vision and strategy for IT risk management and information security.
• Protect information assets by implementing security controls.
• Develop and govern the security program and related policies.
• Build and guide a new security team and operations.
• Engage with stakeholders across the organisation and locations.

Skills

Leadership

Security strategy

ISO27001

NIST

Information security

Security governance

Recruitment

Job description

Working hours: Minimum of 35 hours per week, working a minimum of 40% across each month in the Territorial Headquarters, London, SE5 8FJ

Interview Date: To be confirmed

We are seeking a talented individual, with experience as a Head of IT Security or Chief Information Security Officer (CISO).

This is an exciting senior role within the IT department, reporting directly to the Chief Information Officer. The IT department of 54, support 7000 users across 900 locations, comprising of a comprehensive IT infrastructure delivering several line-of-business systems which reach out to all staff.

As Head of IT Security you will require strong leadership skills, as you will recruit, build, guide and inspire a new security team. This is a real opportunity to shape the organisations security function.

In addition, you will;

• Be responsible for protecting all the information assets by defining the vision and setting and implementing the strategy for IT risk management, information security and cyber security.
• Have understanding on how to keep abreast of any current and emerging cyber security threats is a critical part of the role.
• Need to have expert knowledge of cyber security frameworks and best practices, for example ISO27001 and NIST
• Have good communication and collaboration skills are a must as a cyber-savvy workforce needs to be established and senior management need to be understanding of security threats.
• Get an opportunity to develop your career by working on innovative projects, within a fantastic team where individual and team effort is recognised.

The Salvation Army is both a Church and a Charity, putting our faith into action by offering practical help for people without discrimination, standing up for those who are vulnerable and fighting against injustice.

Appointment subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK and relevant qualifications

Please note that any Salvation Army employees who are under notice of redundancy and apply for this position will be given priority consideration.

We reserve the right to close this advert earlier if we feel that we have received sufficient applications.

Promoting equality in the workplace and as a disability confident leader scheme employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet all the minimum essential criteria for the vacancy.