Head of Information and Cyber Security
2 days ago
London
About the Role The Law Society is seeking an experienced and visionary Head of Information and Cyber Security to lead their enterprise-wide security strategy. You will define and deliver the security roadmap, manage information and IT risk, and embed a strong security culture across the organisation. Reporting to the Executive Director of Technology & Change, you will act as a trusted adviser, translating complex risks into clear business terms and ensuring they remain secure, resilient, and agile. Key Responsibilities • Provide strategic leadership for information and cyber security across the organisation., • Define and implement the security roadmap, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks., • Manage enterprise-wide security and IT risk, including risk registers, control testing, and executive reporting., • Develop and embed a cross-organisation security awareness culture., • Oversee security operations and incident response at a leadership level., • Ensure robust business continuity, disaster recovery, and operational resilience frameworks. We’re looking for a proven security leader with: • A track record in leading enterprise-level information security functions or programmes (Head of, Deputy CISO, or equivalent)., • Deep knowledge of governance, risk management, compliance, and frameworks such as ISO 27001, GDPR, Cyber Essentials, and NIST., • Ability to balance security risk with business agility using a pragmatic, risk-based approach., • Experience developing and embedding security awareness across an organisation., • Strong expertise in cloud security (Azure, M365), data protection, identity & access management, and modern security tooling., • Understanding of AI, automation, and emerging technology risk management., • Leadership experience in security operations and incident response., • Knowledge of business continuity, disaster recovery, and operational resilience frameworks. This is a unique and exciting opportunity to shape the security posture of a leading professional body, ensuring resilience and trust in their systems and services. You’ll work at the heart of the Technology & Change function, influencing strategy and enabling innovation. Closing date – 1st February 2026 Interviews – w/c 2nd February 2025