Regional Information Security Officer

Tunstall UKI; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health and care technology provider in Manchester seeks a Regional Information Security Officer to oversee security functions across its entities. This leadership position requires substantial IT and cybersecurity experience, along with strong communication skills. You will implement the global cyber risk framework and lead a high-performing team in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary + potential bonus

Car allowance

25 days holiday + public holidays

Paid volunteer day

Private health insurance

Employee benefits platform access

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in IT and Technology in a leadership role.
• Deep understanding of security standards and regulations.
• Ability to manage complexity and make decisions under uncertainty.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the information security function across regions.
• Be the main point of contact for security matters.
• Implement and enforce the global cyber risk framework.
• Build and lead a high-performing team.

Skills

Leadership in cybersecurity

Coaching and motivation

Communication skills

Understanding of cybersecurity market

Incident management

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for a Regional Information Security Officer, reporting to the Global Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), to oversee the information security function across the countries and Tunstall entities in their scope. This is an incredibly exciting time to join Tunstall as we embark on an exciting period of transformation. You will be joining a recently created and growing global Information Security team within Tunstall and will be in a leadership position playing a key part in the success of this transformation. This role would be based at either our Manchester office or our Whitley site (DN14 0HR) working on a hybrid basis. We are flexible on number of days in the office.

Responsibilities

• Implement, run and oversee the information security function across the countries and Tunstall entities in your scope, ensuring consistent and strong information security management in support of our business goals and in line with the global Information Security strategy and direction.
• Be the main point of contact for security matters in your region and analyse the effectiveness of the security controls of the countries and Tunstall entities in scope, proposing plans for improvement in line with the global strategy.
• Enforce the global cyber risk framework, aligning and influencing business and technology areas to prioritise and mitigate key cyber risks and maintaining the risk registry, in alignment with key stakeholders.
• Support group‑wide initiatives to roll‑out new controls or improve existing ones.
• Build a highly engaged and trained team with the required capabilities and competencies to achieve the stated mission.
• Gain a strong understanding of the business and its operations, and underlying IT.
• Analyse the effectiveness of the security controls (technical, processes, people) in the countries and businesses in scope.
• Propose plans towards improvement, in line with the global cybersecurity strategy.
• Support other InfoSec teams and local IT teams during incident management and incident response activities.
• Maintain the risk registry, in alignment with the required stakeholders.
• Ensure that security is embedded in every regional project delivery process by providing the appropriate information security policies, practices, guidelines and necessary oversight.
• Proactively work with business units and global functions in InfoSec to support internal and external audits and ensure their success.
• Liaise with Data Protection Officers for the implementation of data protection processes and controls, and during any data privacy issue.
• Contribute to obtaining the KPIs and metric values so InfoSec can report on our security posture periodically and consistently.
• Report in senior‑level forums our risk posture and KPIs and metrics.
• Contribute to create a culture of security by communicating and raising awareness about security risks.
• Keep a constant innovative, challenging and constructive attitude towards continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in IT and Technology, with considerable experience in a leadership role in cybersecurity within complex multinational organisations.
• Previous experience managing cyber incidents in a complex multinational organisation.
• Proven ability to coach, lead, and motivate a high performing team.
• Deep understanding of the cybersecurity market, trends, risk frameworks and security standards and regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate and influence stakeholders effectively within a multicultural ecosystem.
• Ability to manage complexity and make decisions with limited information or under uncertainty.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics or similar or equivalent experience.
• You must be able to communicate effectively in English (ie CEFR C1).

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Spanish or Swedish language skills

Tunstall is a market‑leading health and care technology provider. We’re passionate about ensuring our team reflects the brilliant and unique qualities of the people and communities we support. Our incredible team of around 3,000 colleagues provides life‑saving and life‑changing technology and services to millions of people in 18 different countries. At Tunstall you’ll find a place where you’re valued and celebrated for being yourself. We empower our people to deliver the very best teamwork, innovation and thought leadership by creating an environment where we champion diversity and inclusion. We demonstrate our commitment to diversity and inclusion at each step. From our open, fair, and transparent recruitment processes, through to the many development and career growth opportunities we provide. Each Tunstall colleague has a superpower… they’re unique. No one else is them, and we think that’s special. Come and join our mission and be part of our team, our One Tunstall team.

Equal Opportunities

At Tunstall, we’re committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, and we celebrate the unique strengths each colleague brings. Our recruitment process is open, fair and inclusive, and we’re dedicated to providing any reasonable adjustments you may need to thrive.

Benefits

• Competitive salary + potential bonus
• Car allowance
• 25 days holiday + public holidays (pro rata)
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Contributory pension
• Paid volunteer day to support a cause you are passionate about
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental pay entitlements
• Private health insurance
• Dedicated 24/7 employee benefits platform ‘Verlingue’ that includes things like: free eye tests, retail discounts
• EAP WeCare service – including a 24/7 online GP and mental health counselling service
• Boost your learning and growth through access to a Talent Library with over 800 courses, covering subjects from business skills to project management essentials
• A warm and welcoming team environment
• Development and a chance to build a rewarding career