Chief Information Security Officer - Permanent - Southampton

Our client is an established offshore Law Firm who are currently recruiting for a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to hold responsibility for leading the development, co-ordination and implementation of the Group's information security and data protection programmes.

Purpose:

To hold responsibility for leading the development, coordination and implementation of the Group's information security and data protection programmes. To ensure that business practices adhere to all applicable security standards and requirements. To lead and manage the Group Information Security & Data Protection department.

Experience:

• At least 5 years' experience in a relevant Information Security role
• Experience in promoting and managing security change throughout an organisation
• Expertise in complex regulatory and contractual requirements and an ability to create effective compliance systems
• Functional understanding of IT operations and systems, including security procedures
• A strong understanding of security threats, vulnerabilities and approaches to effectively identify, assess and mitigate against the potential risks posed

Salary:

c£105,000 base per annum, plus:

• 28 days' holiday entitlement with the ability to buy/sell 5 days per financial year
• A discretionary bonus scheme based on company and individual performance
• Medical cover for the employee, partner and/or dependant children (whilst in full-time education)
• Life assurance 4 x salary
• Permanent health insurance
• Employee assistance programme
• Pension scheme 5% Employee / 3% Employer
• Travel loan scheme - travel loan for a train season ticket, repayable via monthly payroll, which helps to offset the initial cost of the ticket

It is a 35hr week with flexible working and a great opportunity to take charge and lead the Group Information Security & Data Protection Department. There will also be an opportunity to visit their other international offices.