Head of Security (CISO)

Barclays UK; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in London is seeking a Director, Head of Security (CISO) to manage the CISO division and ensure compliance with industry regulations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in security management and a proven track record in leading digital transformation projects. This role requires strategic leadership and collaboration with engineering teams to enhance security across all operations.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in security management and risk management.
• Proven track record in leading technology teams and digital transformation projects.
• Strong understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Set up and manage the CISO division to ensure regulatory adherence.
• Scope, design, and deliver Cyber Operations Solutions.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to align security with product needs.

Job description

Barclays Payments is hiring a new Director, Head of Security (CISO).

The role holder will:

• Set up and manage the CISO division within Barclaycard Payment Service to ensure adherence to all regulations and industry controls, with a focus on future-proofing for continued enhancement and scalability.
• Scope, design, and deliver Cyber Operations Solutions to ensure visibility and management of all environments.
• Collaborate with engineering and architecture teams to align security with product and compliance needs.
• Define and maintain reusable security standards and controls to support consistent deployments and regulatory reporting.
• Manage vendor and tooling security strategies, ensuring scalability, interoperability, and value for money.

Purpose of the role

To manage the people, processes, and technologies in the IT function to ensure they deliver outcomes that support the business goals.

Accountabilities

• Develop and implement technology strategies that enable business success by improving efficiency, supporting growth, innovation, and risk management.
• Provide strategic leadership on all technology matters, working with subject matter experts across the Group Technology organization.
• Align with global data governance frameworks to ensure data quality, security, and privacy, leveraging data analytics and AI to extract insights and inform strategies.
• Implement technology practices in accordance with security, compliance, and regulatory requirements, actively managing risks.
• Lead digital transformation projects to modernize legacy systems and develop new digital solutions for customers, clients, and colleagues.
• Manage the technology team through hiring, training, mentoring, and resource allocation to ensure success.
• Oversee technology budgets, prioritizing resources, optimizing costs, and mitigating financial risks.

Director Expectations

• Provide expert advice to senior management and influence strategic decisions.
• Manage resourcing, budgeting, and policy creation for the sub-function.
• Ensure compliance with policies and regulations, and monitor external environment and regulators.
• Demonstrate knowledge of industry practices and external market developments.
• Use advanced analytical skills to solve complex problems and design solutions.
• Make strategic decisions within the area of responsibility.
• Negotiate and influence stakeholders at senior levels.
• Act as the principal contact for key clients and internal functions.
• Represent the function and business division as a spokesperson.

All senior leaders are expected to demonstrate leadership behaviors aligned with Barclays' values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship, and to embody the Barclays Mindset of Empower, Challenge, and Drive.