Head of Information Security job opportunity at Keller Executive Search.



bot
Keller Executive Search Head of Information Security
Experience: 10-years
Pattern: hybrid
apply Apply Now
Salary:
Status:

Cybersecurity

Copy Link Report
degreeBachelor's (B.Sc.)
loacation London, United Kingdom
loacation London....United Kingdom

Our Client is seeking an experienced and hands-on Head of Information Security to lead and operationalize their cybersecurity strategy across their international operations. This is a group-level function with significant operational responsibility, requiring a leader who can balance strategic vision with practical implementation across multiple locations. As Head of Information Security, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, and building a robust security culture across all business units. This role requires someone who can work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders while maintaining the technical depth to guide hands-on security initiatives. __ Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Develop and maintain the group-wide information security strategy aligned with business objectives Define and implement security policies, standards, and procedures across all locations (4 continents) Establish and manage the information security governance framework Lead security risk assessment processes and develop mitigation strategies Report to executive leadership on security posture, incidents, and program effectiveness Operational Security Management __ Oversee day-to-day security operations including monitoring, incident response, and threat management Manage security infrastructure including firewalls, SIEM, endpoint protection, EDR/XDR, and email protection, and access controls Lead vulnerability management and penetration testing programs Implement and maintain security controls Ensure business continuity and disaster recovery capabilities for critical systems Compliance & Risk Management __ Ensure compliance with GDPR (jointly with Privacy team), NIS2 Directive, and other relevant regulations (notably European) Manage security audits and coordinate with internal and external auditors Support ISO 27001 certification process and other relevant security frameworks Develop and track security metrics and KPIs Hands-On Technical Involvement __ Participate in architecture reviews and security design decisions Conduct security assessments of new technologies and business initiatives Troubleshoot complex security incidents and lead major incident response Evaluate and implement security technologies and tools Stay current with emerging threats and security technologies Team Leadership & Culture Build, mentor, and develop the information security team across locations Foster a security-aware culture through training and awareness programs Collaborate with #IT, #operations, #legal, and business units across countries Serve as the primary point of contact for security matters Promote best practices and continuous improvement in security operations

Other Ai Matches

Administrative Secretary Applicants are expected to have a solid experience in handling Secretary related tasks
Administrative Professional Applicants are expected to have a solid experience in handling Administrative related tasks
Area Sales Manager Applicants are expected to have a solid experience in handling Sales related tasks
Office Operations Specialist Applicants are expected to have a solid experience in handling Specialist related tasks
Head of Information Security Applicants are expected to have a solid experience in handling Cybersecurity related tasks
Administrative Coordinator Applicants are expected to have a solid experience in handling Administration related tasks