IT Security Director

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading enterprise AI SaaS company is seeking an experienced IT Security Director to manage compliance, data privacy, and information security initiatives. The role involves safeguarding digital assets and fostering a security-focused culture across divisions.

Qualifications

• 5 years of professional experience in IT security, including leadership and people management.
• Experience with compliance audits according to ISO27001, SOC2, and HIPAA standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Governance, Risk, and Compliance efforts across all company divisions.
• Lead the design, development, and implementation of information security strategy.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Compliance

Cybersecurity

Data Privacy

Education

University degree in Information Technology

University degree in Computer Science

University degree in Cybersecurity

Job description

Introduction

We are seeking an experienced IT Security Director to oversee compliance, data privacy, and information security initiatives at SymphonyAI. You will be responsible for safeguarding our digital assets, ensuring regulatory adherence, and fostering a security-focused culture across all divisions.

Job Description

What you’ll do:

1. Compliance: Oversee Governance, Risk, and Compliance efforts across all company divisions. Ensure alignment with industry standards such as ISO27001, SOC2, HIPAA, and DORA. Facilitate a strong compliance culture that adheres to regulatory requirements.
2. Customer RFPs and Engagement: Engage with prospects, partners, and customers regarding our security posture. Manage and complete regular questionnaires and forms collaboratively to ensure compliance with external requirements and expectations. Own our staff security awareness training program.
3. Information Security: Lead the design, development, and implementation of our information security and cybersecurity strategy. Continuously evaluate and enhance security protocols to protect organizational assets from emerging threats. Manage relationships with IT security vendors, evaluate and select security products and services, and negotiate contracts. Develop and implement security awareness training programs for employees. Oversee penetration testing and vulnerability scanning to identify and remediate security vulnerabilities.
4. Data Privacy: Establish and maintain programs to ensure all data handling, storage, and access comply with relevant privacy laws and regulations. Drive initiatives to protect customer and employee data and mitigate privacy risks.

What you’ll bring

• University degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• At least 5 years of professional experience in IT security, including leadership and people management.
• Experience building or scaling IT security teams and processes in dynamic environments.
• Experience with compliance audits according to ISO27001, SOC2, and HIPAA standards.
• Experience providing security posture information in RFPs.
• Knowledge of data privacy initiatives, especially EU GDPR.
• Experience managing IT security vendors and selecting security solutions.
• Experience in business transformation at scale.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of conveying complex security concepts to all levels, including senior and executive stakeholders.
• Willingness to work flexible hours to support stakeholders across different time zones.

About Us: SymphonyAI is building the leading enterprise AI SaaS company for digital transformation across critical industries, serving over 1500 enterprise customers globally with a team of 3,000 professionals across more than 30 countries. Visit here for more information about our hiring practices, culture, and values.