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Director/Head of Information Security

Client: Central Parking

Location: United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

3518a43ea468

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79

Posted:

18.02.2025

Expiry Date:

04.04.2025

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Director/Head of Security to lead and manage our security operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong people management skills, extensive experience in achieving excellent security outcomes, and a proven ability to manage risk profiles and elevate security postures. This role is critical in ensuring the safety and security of our organization, employees, and assets.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a dynamic and proactive leader with a minimum of 10 years of experience in security management, including at least 5 years in a leadership role. They possess strong knowledge of security protocols, risk management, and regulatory requirements, along with proven ability to develop and implement effective security strategies. Exceptional people management and leadership skills, coupled with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, are essential. The candidate must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM or CISMP) are highly desirable. Additionally, experience with PCI compliance, SOC management, and implementing scalable security solutions is crucial.

Key Duties

Leadership and Team Management:

• Lead and manage the security team, providing direction, mentorship, and support to ensure high performance and professional development.
• Develop and implement a strategic security plan aligned with the organization’s goals and objectives.
• Manage Security department budget.

Security Operations:

• Oversee all security operations, including physical security, cybersecurity, and emergency response.
• Ensure the effective implementation of security policies, procedures, and protocols.

Risk Management:

• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential security threats and vulnerabilities.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to protect the organization’s assets and reputation.

Compliance and Standards:

• Ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, and industry standards.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of security trends, threats, and technology advancements.
• Lead the response to security incidents, ensuring timely investigation, resolution, and reporting.
• Develop and conduct regular security drills and training programs.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Collaborate with other departments and senior leadership to integrate security considerations into business operations.
• Communicate security initiatives and policies to all employees, fostering a culture of security awareness.
• Strong influencing and negotiating skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, Information Technology, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in security management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of security protocols, risk management, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent people management and leadership skills.
• Proven ability to develop and implement effective security strategies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications/Experience

• Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM or CISMP) are highly desirable.

Benefits:

• Annual salary of £90,000 – £120,000 dependent on experience.
• Annual bonus scheme (depending on company & individual performance).
• 25 days holiday each year (+ bank holidays + 1 day after each year of service with up to a max. of 30 days).
• Private medical insurance (upon 30 days of employment).
• A flexible remote/hybrid working arrangement.
• Great work-life balance with our Flexi-time policy.
• Family Friendly policies (Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay and Shared Parental Leave).
• A strong commitment to employee wellbeing including mental health first aiders, Lifeworks, an Employee Assistance Programme which offers wellbeing, family and financial support services, such as assessments, resources and even 1:1 counseling sessions.
• Employee referral programme with generous financial reward.

Equal Opportunity:

NMI is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation or sexual identity, genetic information, citizen status, disability, military service, service member, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Please be aware that all offers of employment are made subject to receipt of satisfactory background and financial checks.

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