Group Information Security Officer 6 Month Fixed Term Contract

Are you an Information Security professional who can turn complex risks into practical, business-focused solutions? We’re looking for an Information Security Officer to bring expert guidance, constructive challenge and trusted support across the Seetec Group. In this influential role, you’ll help ensure robust Information Security controls are in place to meet key requirements, including:

• Relevant legislation, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• Contractual commitments
• Industry accreditations, including ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials Plus

Working collaboratively across the Group and its supply chain, you’ll act as a valued subject matter expert building Information Security capability on the front line, influencing colleagues at every level and helping to create a strong, security-conscious culture.

In return for your dedication, knowledge, and commitment, we’re offering a competitive salary range £34,000 - £40,000 p.a. pro rata (dependent on experience) with these great benefits:

• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays + Birthday Day off (with the opportunity to buy additional days)
• 2 Volunteer Days
• Pension - 5% Employee 5% Employer
• Healthcare Cash Plan, incl. 3 x salary life assurance
• Annual Salary Review
• Refer A Friend Scheme
• Free access to BenefitHub – an online portal with access to a wide range of retail discounts, cycle to work scheme and additional voluntary benefits

Location: Remote working with travel to necessary sites
Hours: 37 hours a week.
Closing Date: 17 November 2026

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and drive an Information Security strategy and framework to provide a robust approach for managing data, in all its forms.
• Develop and roll-out Information Security policies, procedures, standards and guidelines.
• Provide leadership across the organisation in understanding the risks relating to Information Security and building awareness.
• Provide ad hoc subject matter advice and support to the business and supply chain.
• Support the first line operational teams at all locations with Information Security risk assessments on an annual basis and specific risk assessments where required due to changes in the business risk profile.
• Provide support for security-related incidents, enquiries and reporting to, and from, the regulatory authorities, commissioners and customers.
• Prepare subject matter reports for management and relevant boards/committees as and when required.
• Support the business to implement controls and measures to ensure adherence to legal, contractual, data protection, and certification requirements.

Skills and Experience

• Substantial experience of providing subject matter expertise in Information Security in a multi-site environment.
• Demonstrable experience of employing risk-based techniques in developing and implementing an Information Security framework, policies and guidelines.
• Substantial experience of implementing measures to meet Information Security standards, e.g. ISO27001 and Cyber Essentials Plus.
• Experience of writing high quality reports for senior management.
• Experience of planning, completing and documenting Information Security risk assessments.
• Demonstrable ability to work with senior managers and have personal impact with operational management teams.
• Good knowledge of IT systems and ability to understand the risks and controls therein.

Desirable

• A recognised professional Information Security qualification such as CISMP, CISM, CISSP, etc.
• Experience of business partnering with the first line of defence.
• Experience of working for an organisation providing public services in a multi-site setting.

Additional Information

Seetec is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share and uphold this commitment in conjunction with the requirements of the Prevent Duty and the positive promotion of modern British values. Dependent on the role applying to you may be required to process a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS/DS) check. Seetec support the recruitment of ex-offenders and will not discriminate in any way. Our full policy statement of “Ex-Offenders” can be found on our website under “About us”. Seetec is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.