Chief of Information Officer (CIO)

Location: Southern England

Salary: Personal Contract

Perks & Benefits: Competitive pension scheme – Enhanced maternity/paternity pay – Life assurance – HolidayPlus – Cycle2work Scheme & more

Reference: REQ4752

We are looking for….

The Chief Information Officer (CIO) is responsible for defining and executing SGN’s IT, digital, and data strategy to ensure operational excellence, cybersecurity resilience, and regulatory compliance. The CIO leads technology infrastructure, enterprise systems, data governance, and cybersecurity to drive innovation, efficiency, and safety across SGN’s gas distribution networks.

We deliver safety, warmth, and comfort to homes and businesses across the community. Whether you're supporting from the office or working on the front line, every role plays a part.

How you’ll support us on our mission to keep people safe and warm…

• IT & Digital Strategy: Develop and implement SGN’s IT and digital strategy to optimise infrastructure and support business transformation.
• Cybersecurity & Risk Management: Lead the development of robust cybersecurity frameworks and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including disaster recovery and business continuity planning.
• Data Governance & Analytics: Establish data governance strategies and leverage analytics to enhance decision-making, with a focus on predictive safety.
• IT Investment & Vendor Management: Oversee technology procurement, vendor relationships, and evaluate emerging technologies to drive safety and efficiency.
• IT Governance & Compliance: Ensure alignment with regulatory standards, particularly in safety-critical IT and operational technology security.
• Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement: Lead a high-performing IT organisation, collaborating with various business units to align IT with SGN’s safety and business objectives.

Key Accountabilities:

• Manage SGN’s enterprise technology estate, ensuring resilience and security.
• Implement enterprise-wide data governance and analytics, ensuring data integrity.
• Lead IT projects, ensuring alignment with OFGEM security standards and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee multi-year IT budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness in delivery while supporting safety initiatives.

What you’ll need

We’re looking for a blend of skills and attributes that make you a great fit for this role. If you don’t tick every box, don’t worry – we provide tailored learning and development programs to help you grow and succeed with us.

• Solid experience in senior IT leadership roles, ideally within regulated industries (energy, utilities).
• Proven experience in driving IT modernisation, cybersecurity resilience, and data governance.
• Expertise in risk management, IT governance, and compliance frameworks.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management abilities.