Head of Cyber Security

Head of Cyber Security Location: London (Hybrid - 3 days in-office) Salary: Up to £125,000 Type: Permanent The Opportunity A leading global law firm is seeking a Head of Cyber Security to own and drive its global security strategy. Reporting to the CTO, you''ll play a critical role in protecting systems, data, and infrastructure across the firm''s international footprint. This is a senior leadership role with a strong strategic remit and hands-on influence across governance, incident response, compliance, and risk. Key Responsibilities Lead the development and delivery of a global cyber security strategy Oversee threat detection, response, incident management, and governance Manage and develop a global team of security professionals Ensure compliance with ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials+, GDPR, and client standards Own and manage the cyber security budget Lead internal/external audits, client due diligence, and risk reviews Drive security awareness and training firm-wide Collaborate with IT, Risk, Legal, and senior business stakeholders What You''ll Need 5+ years in a senior cyber leadership role Experience in a law firm or regulated sector (essential) Strong knowledge of security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS, GDPR) Hands-on experience with enterprise technologies (eg Microsoft 365, ZTNA, SIEM, Firewalls, encryption) CISSP, CISM, or equivalent certifications (preferred) Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills What''s on Offer Up to £125,000
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