Head of IT Security

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Recruitment Manager at The Salvation Army

Working hours: Minimum of 35 hours per week, working a minimum of 40% across each month in the Territorial Headquarters, London, SE5 8FJ

Interview Date: Either enter the date or To be confirmed

We are seeking a talented individual, with experience as a Head of IT Security or Chief Information Security Officer (CISO).

This is an exciting senior role within the IT department, reporting directly to the Chief Information Officer. The IT department of 54, support 7000 users across 900 locations, comprising of a comprehensive IT infrastructure delivering several line-of-business systems which reach out to all staff.

As Head of IT Security you will require strong leadership skills, as you will recruit, build, guide and inspire a new security team. This is a real opportunity to shape the organisations security function.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for protecting all the information assets by defining the vision and setting and implementing the strategy for IT risk management, information security and cyber security.
• Have understanding on how to keep abreast of any current and emerging cyber security threats is a critical part of the role.
• Need to have expert knowledge of cyber security frameworks and best practices, for example ISO27001 and NIST
• Have good communication and collaboration skills are a must as a cyber-savvy workforce needs to be established and senior management need to be understanding of security threats.
• Get an opportunity to develop your career by working on innovative projects, within a fantastic team where individual and team effort is recognised.

The Salvation Army is both a Church and a Charity, putting our faith into action by offering practical help for people without discrimination, standing up for those who are vulnerable and fighting against injustice.

Appointment subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK and relevant qualifications

For details of how to prove your right to work in the UK please click here and please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship.

Please note that any Salvation Army employees who are under notice of redundancy and apply for this position will be given priority consideration.

We reserve the right to close this advert earlier if we feel that we have received sufficient applications.

Promoting equality in the workplace and as a disability confident leader scheme employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet all the minimum essential criteria for the vacancy.

25 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata for part-time) a contributory pension scheme; an employee assistance programme

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Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Non-profit Organizations

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