Information Compliance and Security Lead

University of Oxford; Oxford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Oxford is seeking an Information Compliance and Security Lead to oversee the secure development of a Trusted Research Environment for sensitive data. This role involves managing security standards, leading certification processes, and ensuring effective training and access controls. Candidates should have experience in information security management and strong communication skills. The closing date for applications is August 26, 2025.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in information security management.
• Familiarity with security standards in academic/research contexts.
• Ability to navigate university governance structures.

Responsibilities

• Ensure secure and compliant development of research data systems.
• Lead certification processes and oversee risk frameworks.
• Collaborate with assurance teams for security compliance.

Skills

Information security management

CISSP certification or equivalent

Communication skills

Risk management

User-centred mindset

Job description

Information Compliance and Security Lead, Oxford

Client: University of Oxford

Location: Oxford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: ad99ab80830e

Job Views: 5

Posted: 12.08.2025

Expiry Date: 26.09.2025

Job Description:

We are looking for an Information Security and Compliance Lead to ensure the secure and compliant development of Oxford’s new Trusted Research Environment (TRE) for handling sensitive research data. As part of a small, agile team, you will work at the heart of platform governance—shaping processes that meet regulatory and data provider requirements while supporting world-leading research. You will lead certification processes, oversee risk and audit frameworks, and collaborate with central assurance teams to deliver robust security and compliance. Your work will also ensure that users are appropriately trained and authorised, and that access controls remain effective as the TRE evolves.

About You

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate the following:

• Proven experience in information security management, ideally with CISSP certification or equivalent qualification or experience
• Familiarity with security standards and legislation in academic/research contexts
• A track record of responding to security incidents and overseeing risk management
• Excellent communication skills—able to convey complex security concepts to diverse stakeholders
• Strong initiative, independence, and a user-centred mindset
• An ability to navigate and work effectively within university governance structures—engaging constructively with assurance teams, researchers, and leadership to get things done in a complex environment.

Application Process

• A covering letter/supporting statement
• Your CV
• The details of two referees

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 26 August 2025. Interviews will take place on the week commencing 8 or 15 September 2025 and will be held in person in central Oxford.