Information Security Director

Information Security Director

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Information Security to join our dynamic and growing team. As the Director of Information Security you will play a crucial role in ensuring safety, integrity and privacy, securing our company and data against cyber threats. We operate in a highly secure global SaaS organization that holds multiple certifications such as PCI‑DSS, ISO/IEC 27001, SOC, HIPAA, IRAP and works with a large, federated customer base.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead a team of Security Analysts and Engineers, providing management, mentorship and direction.
• Partner with Product, Engineering, Operations, HR, Legal and Finance functions to embed security into all business operations and change programmes.
• Collaborate with the CIO to provide a future vision of technology and systems with security in mind.
• Provide strategic planning, development and delivery of the information security strategy across the business.
• Lead and direct security operations team in monitoring, detecting, and responding to security incidents and breaches.
• Champion the adoption of security‑by‑design and privacy‑by‑design principles, fostering a culture of security.

Required Skills and Experience

• A minimum of 10+ years hands‑on, proven industry experience in a similar role.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Information Security, or a related field.
• Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, ECSA, LPT, OSCP, AWS certified security or equivalent are highly desirable.
• Strong budget planning and financial management capabilities related to security operations, combined with a proactive problem‑solving attitude and service‑oriented approach.
• Experience managing and growing high‑performing teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills enabling effective presentation of ideas, drive change, influence stakeholders and build relationships.
• In‑depth knowledge of security principles, technologies and best practices, threat detection and mitigation strategies.
• Proactive approach to staying updated with the latest security threats, vulnerabilities and mitigation techniques.

Advantageous Skills and Experience

• Experience working on projects ensuring compliance with PCI DSS, ISO/IEC 27001, SOC, HIPAA, IRAP controls.
• Knowledge of security compliance standards relevant to the SaaS industry such as PCI, GDPR, ISO 27001, SOC 2, NIST.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Extensive health insurance, income protection, life assurance.
• Subsidised gym membership, leisure travel insurance.
• Pension contribution and 25 days holiday allowance plus an additional day off for your birthday.
• Fully remote role with flexible working environment.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status or gender identity.

Location

UK – Remote

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