Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Location: London – Onsite 2/3 days a week

Contract Type: Interim / Inside IR35

Duration: 6 month

About the Opportunity

A major UK institution is seeking an experienced and visionary Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to lead its cyber and information security strategy across a large, complex environment. This role sits at the heart of a high‑profile organisation supporting tens of thousands of users, world‑class research activity, and critical digital services.

Key Responsibilities

As CISO, you will:

• Define and deliver the organisation‑wide information and cyber security strategy.
• Lead the Information Security Group, providing direction, vision, and measurable outcomes.
• Drive a secure‑by‑design approach across all change initiatives, platforms, and digital services.
• Own all security frameworks, policies, and standards, ensuring they remain current and effective.
• Oversee the organisation’s security control environment, ensuring operational effectiveness.
• Establish and manage a robust reporting and risk governance framework.
• Partner with stakeholders across academic, technical, and professional domains to raise security maturity.
• Work closely with the Data Privacy Officer to align data protection controls with organisational needs.
• Serve as a visible leader and ambassador for security internally and externally.

We are looking for a senior leader with:

• Extensive experience delivering information and cyber security in complex, multi‑stakeholder environments
• Proven ability to lead transformational security change
• Deep understanding of risk management, governance, and security best practice
• Strong knowledge of modern security technologies, frameworks, and processes
• Experience building and managing high‑performing teams
• Strong budgeting, planning, and organisational capabilities
• Excellent communication skills, able to influence at all levels, including senior executives
• Experience in large public‑sector, education, or research environments
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or postgraduate qualifications

If you are available and interested, please apply today!

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