IT Security Lead ( Uxbridge )

Michael Page; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the healthcare sector is seeking a dynamic IT Security professional to lead their security initiatives. This impactful role involves developing and implementing IT security strategies, managing security tools, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. The successful candidate will have a proven background in IT security, particularly within highly regulated environments. This organization offers a supportive work atmosphere with opportunities for professional growth and a competitive benefits package, including a discretionary bonus and life assurance. If you are passionate about security and ready to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Discretionary Bonus

Life Assurance

On-site Parking

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in IT security, preferably in regulated industries.
• Demonstrated experience in a Senior IT Security Analyst or Lead role.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement IT security strategies and infrastructure.
• Lead implementation of security tools and incident response efforts.

Skills

IT Security

Risk Management

Threats and Vulnerabilities Management

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Tools

Security Tools

Job description

• Impactful security role in highly regulated industry
• Competitive salary and benefits package

About Our Client

Our client is a large and global organisation within the healthcare industry, known for its commitment to innovation and excellence. They have a significant presence in Newcastle Upon Tyne and a new office in Uxbridge.

Job Description

• Develop and implement IT security strategies and infrastructure.
• Lead implementation of Security tools
• Lead threats and vulnerabilities assessment, analysis and management
• Monitor and analyse the organisation's security posture on an ongoing basis.
• Lead and coordinate IT security incident response efforts, continue improving the incident management process.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant information security and healthcare industry regulations.
• Conduct and facilitate IT security audits and risk assessments.
• Provide training and guidance on IT security best practices.
• Develop and maintain relationships with external IT security entities.
• Manage the IT security budget effectively.

The Successful Applicant

• Proven experience in IT security preferably in Manufacturing, or highly regulated industries
• Demonstrated experience in Senior IT Security Analyst or Lead role
• Experience in wide range of security tools
• Extensive experience in risk, threats and vulnerabilities management
• Practical knowledge of IT security frameworks and risk management methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytic abilities.
• Strong communication and stakeholders management skills

What's on Offer

• A dynamic and supportive work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development within the healthcare industry
• Discretionary bonus
• Life Assurance
• On-site parking