Head of Security (SaaS)

LinuxRecruit; London; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech-driven innovator in London is seeking a Security Lead to oversee security operations and drive innovation. You will establish security policies, manage risk, and lead a team of security engineers in a dynamic environment. This role is ideal for those with proven security leadership in AWS and DevOps. Join us and help shape the future of technology in a collaborative and impactful way.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading security functions in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
• Expertise in modern security practices, including work in AWS and DevOps environments.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to innovate.

Responsibilities

• Head up security for the entire company.
• Create airtight security policies and frameworks.
• Lead and mentor a team of talented security engineers.

Skills

Leading security functions

Expertise in AWS

Modern security practices

Strong leadership

Innovative mindset

Job description

Overview

It’s about building cutting-edge solutions that set new industry standards. You’ll lead the way in CloudSec, AppSec, and DevSecOps, shaping core security functions that push boundaries and embrace the future.

This tech-driven innovator is changing the game. By integrating AI and VR into data visualisation, they’ve created a groundbreaking platform that’s mobile, adaptable, and works seamlessly across multiple realities. Their rapid growth and expanding enterprise client base prove their vision is working. And they’re just getting started.

This role heads up security for the entire company. You’ll be at the forefront of strategy, execution, and team leadership, owning and enhancing security operations, risk management, and incident response. You’ll create airtight security policies and frameworks to future-proof the organisation while leading and mentoring a team of talented security engineers to deliver exceptional results. Your leadership will help shape a high-performing, motivated, and engaged security function.

You’ll be someone with proven experience leading security functions in dynamic, fast-paced environments and bring expertise in modern security practices, including work in AWS and DevOps environments. A forward-thinking mindset and the ability to innovate and inspire are essential, along with strong leadership skills - and maybe a few great cybersecurity jokes to keep morale high!

This is more than just a leadership role. It’s an opportunity to influence the future of technology in an ambitious, innovative company. You’ll help drive a transformation that makes AI accessible and impactful for all. In this collaborative, fast-paced environment, your contributions will truly matter, and you’ll play a key role in shaping the company’s success.

Ready to lead the way? If you’re passionate about security, excited by innovation, and eager to drive meaningful change, this is your moment. Apply now and be part of an incredible journey.

Responsibilities

• Head up security for the entire company, at the forefront of strategy, execution, and team leadership; owning and enhancing security operations, risk management, and incident response.
• Create airtight security policies and frameworks to future-proof the organisation.
• Lead and mentor a team of talented security engineers to deliver exceptional results.
• Help shape a high-performing, motivated, and engaged security function.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading security functions in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
• Expertise in modern security practices, including work in AWS and DevOps environments.
• Forward-thinking mindset and the ability to innovate and inspire.
• Strong leadership skills - and maybe a few great cybersecurity jokes to keep morale high!