Head of Security Operations

Votresommelier; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Head of Security Operations to lead and enhance their security operations. In this pivotal role, you will define and drive the security strategy, ensuring the protection of critical assets and data. You will build and mentor high-performing teams while proactively mitigating security risks in a fast-paced environment. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on the organization's security posture and lead initiatives that safeguard against emerging threats. If you have a passion for security and a proven track record in operational security, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Employee discount

Personal development opportunities

Employee sample sales

Access to LinkedIn learning materials

25 days paid annual leave

Discretionary bonus scheme

Private medical care scheme

Flexible benefits allowance

Qualifications

• Significant experience in operational security and managing incident response teams.
• In-depth knowledge of security concepts, threat vectors, and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive security operations strategy.
• Lead the Cyber Defence function, overseeing security operations and incident management.
• Provide leadership to the SOC and incident response teams.

Skills

Vulnerability Management

Threat Intelligence

Incident Response

Security Operations Centre (SOC) Management

Risk Management

Incident Management

Security Device Management

Preparation of Reports and Documentation

Tools

SIEM

Job description

Join to apply for the Head of Security Operations role at Votre Sommelier

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Security Operations to lead and mature our security operations function. This pivotal role will be responsible for defining and driving the overall security operations strategy and lifecycle, ensuring the protection of our critical assets and data. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in vulnerability management, threat intelligence, security operations centre (SOC) management, and incident response. This leader will build and mentor high-performing teams, optimise processes, and proactively mitigate security risks in ASOS's evolving environment.

Day To Day Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive security operations strategy aligned with the company's risk appetite and business objectives.
• Define and maintain the security operations roadmap, prioritising initiatives and resource allocation.
• Stay abreast of emerging threats, technologies, and industry best practices, and translate them into actionable strategies.
• Provide leadership and direction to the leads of the functional areas.
• Lead the Cyber Defence function that includes Security Operations, IAM, Vulnerability Management and Internal/External Threat Intelligence capabilities.
• Work closely with vendors and third parties that assist the functions performed by the ASOS Sec Ops team.
• Be the main point of escalation for Cyber Defence issues within ASOS, overseeing and managing any Security Operational incidents and events.
• Develop threat intelligence strategy and continuous improvement plan to enhance and improve the Cyber Defence service.
• Act as escalation for the SOC manager and oversee the overall efficiency of SOC and IR teams. Provide direction to align the teams towards proactive intelligence-led response and oversee simulation and red team exercises.

About You:

• Significant experience in operational security, especially managing a Computer Incident Response Team (CIRT), Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT), Computer Security Incident Response Centre (CSIRC) or a Security Operations Centre (SOC).
• Experience in industry standards and frameworks, such as ISO 27001, PCI DSS and NIST CSF.
• Relevant experience of working in an operational security capacity.
• Experience in security device management and SIEM.
• Proven experience of Incident Management and Response.
• In-depth knowledge of security concepts such as TTPs, threat vectors, risk management, and incident management.
• Experience in threat management.
• Proficient in preparation of reports, dashboards, presentations and documentation.
• Experience in getting the best from vendors.

Benefits:

• Employee discount (hello ASOS discount!)
• ASOS Develops (personal development opportunities across the business)
• Employee sample sales
• Access to a huge range of LinkedIn learning materials
• 25 days paid annual leave + an extra celebration day for a special moment
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Private medical care scheme
• Flexible benefits allowance - which you can choose to take as extra cash, or use towards other benefits.

Why take our word for it? Search #InsideASOS on our socials to see what life at ASOS is like.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Other, Information Technology, and Management

Industries

Strategic Management Services

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Votre Sommelier by 2x.