Business Information Security Officer (BISO)
13 days ago
Southampton
We’re Kingfisher, A team made up of over 74,000 passionate people who bring Kingfisher - and all our other brands: B&Q, Screwfix, Brico Depot, Castorama and Koctas to life. Guided by our purpose Better Homes. Better Lives. For Everyone. We believe a better world starts with better homes, and we work every day to make that a reality. Join us and help shape the future of home improvement. As a senior cybersecurity leader, the Business Information Security Officer (BISO), known internally as Banner Information Security Officer, acts as the key link between the Information Security team and assigned business functions. The role is responsible for aligning security strategy with business objectives, providing trusted security guidance, and ensuring cybersecurity considerations are embedded within business operations, projects, and decision-making. The BISO works closely with stakeholders across the organisation to strengthen security posture, manage risk, and support the delivery of business goals in a secure and compliant manner. Please note that this role can be based in Southampton or London Paddington with an expectation of 12 days per month in the office. • Serve as the primary cybersecurity advisor and key liaison between the Security Function and business stakeholders, balancing operational needs with security requirements., • Build trusted relationships across the Banner/Group Functions, providing expert guidance and promoting a strong culture of cybersecurity awareness., • Own and maintain the cyber risk register, supporting risk-based decision making, prioritisation, reporting, and remediation tracking., • Ensure all projects, solutions, and business changes are delivered using Secure by Design principles, identifying control weaknesses and managing associated risks., • Lead security incident and breach response activities between Technology and the business, participating in the Cyber Security Incident Response Team (CSIRT) where required., • Drive assurance and governance activities by reviewing systems, applications, platforms, suppliers, and processes against security frameworks, policies, and standards., • Provide regular reporting and strategic insight to senior stakeholders, ensuring security strategy, vulnerability management, and business roadmaps are aligned with organisational goals and compliance requirements., • Extensive experience in Information Security or a related field, including leadership or management experience within IT or Cyber Security teams., • Strong knowledge of industry security frameworks and standards, including ISO 27001, NIST, OWASP, PCI DSS and NIS2., • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable guidance for both technical and non-technical audiences., • Deep understanding of cybersecurity risks, emerging threats, and their impact on business operations, with the ability to influence decision-making at all levels., • Proven ability to build trusted relationships with stakeholders, drive positive outcomes, and effectively challenge and influence behaviours when required., • Strong analytical, organisational and decision-making skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands and balance risk against business objectives., • A proactive and collaborative leader who demonstrates integrity, sound judgement, regulatory awareness, customer focus and a commitment to fostering a positive team culture. We believe in flexibility and balance. Our hybrid model blends home working for focus with time spent connecting and collaborating - whether in our offices or at offsite locations. On average, around 60% of your time will involve in-person collaboration. An inclusive environment where your potential is limited only by your imagination. We encourage new ideas, support experimentation, and strive to create a workplace where everyone can be their best self. Find out more about Diversity & Inclusion at Kingfisher here. We also offer a competitive benefits package and plenty of opportunities to stretch and grow your career. Our customers come from all walks of life - and so do we. We’re committed to ensuring all colleagues, future colleagues, and applicants are treated equally, regardless of age, gender, marital or civil partnership status, ethnicity, culture, religion, belief, political opinion, disability, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation. #LI-AK1 Opportunity to receive up to family level cover with AXA. Join within three months of starting or at annual renewal in April. (This benefit is subject to Benefit In Kind taxation). Immediate eligibility through auto-enrolment. Contribute 8% to receive a max 14% from the Company. 25 days per annum plus bank holidays as stated in your contract (pro rated for part time colleagues). 20% discount at B&Q and Screwfix. Eligible after 3 months service. Share ownership in a tax efficient way. Save between £10 to £150 per month. Join at any time once three months service is reached. x4 Salary plus benefit equal to value of your Retirement Account (if an active member of KPS-MP) or x1 Salary if not active member. Competitive bonus scheme that aligns to work level of role. Save with the option to buy Kingfisher plc shares at the end of a 3 or 5 year period. Offered annually. Three months service is required at the annual invitation date, normally in October. At Kingfisher, we are united by our 6 core behaviours Constantly improving our customer experience Acting with humanity and care Be curious Thriving on learning, thinking beyond the obvious Be inclusive Acting inclusively in diverse teams to achieve together Be agile Working with trust, pace and agility Be accountable Championing the plan to deliver results and growth There are so many ways you can grow, learn, and develop here at Kingfisher. At whatever pace suits you. Improving without instruments to help you learn is near impossible. That's why we make sure you have everything at your fingertips to find exactly what you need to keep growing. With plans that ask you what you want to achieve and when you want to achieve them by, tracking progress and keeping development at the forefront of conversation is easy. The scale of group functions within Kingfisher is huge. That means you have the chance to build different career paths within multiple areas of the organisation. We aren't selfish here at Kingfisher. Whatever your level of experience, you'll work with colleagues who are always welcoming and ready to share their knowledge whenever you need it. So your ambitions are high? Good thing we have opportunities to find experiences in line with more senior roles and responsibilities. Here, you can evolve your career, no matter your level. We’re an innovative, international retailer on a journey to actively make a difference. Always striving to take that next step. You can be part of the difference. From bottom to top you can progress in a collaborative environment. So, why not Kingfisher? #J-18808-Ljbffr