Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Wolverhampton | Full-Time | Hybrid
Skills: Cyber Security, Information Security, ITAR, Export Control, Risk Management, Compliance, Governance, SOC, Incident Response
Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you—both in and out of work, including:
- Competitive salary and annual bonus and pay review
- 25 days' holiday + bank holidays
- Private medical insurance
- Comprehensive health cash plan
- Flexible working options
- Pension (10% employer contribution) and life assurance
- Early finish on Fridays
- Professional development, ongoing training, mentoring
- Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showers
- Family-friendly and accessible workplace policies
Safran – Here, we craft excellence together.
Safran Actuation Systems UK is a world class centre for the design, manufacture and support of actuation and flight control solutions used across commercial, military and rotary platforms. With major sites in Wolverhampton and Banbury, our teams play a critical role in delivering innovative, reliable and safe systems that keep aircraft performing at their best.
Your Role
As Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for the GBU, you will be responsible for overseeing and strengthening information security across multiple sites, ensuring compliance with regulatory, contractual and internal security frameworks.
Reporting to the Safran Electronics & Defence CISO, you will operate within a global, matrix environment, acting as the key point of contact for all information systems security matters across your perimeter.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and overseeing the security and accreditation of information systems across all sites within scope
- Supporting IT and business teams with secure-by-design principles and security best practices
- Driving compliance with key frameworks including Safran ISS policy, NCSC CAF, ITAR, Export Control and IGI 1300
- Managing and responding to security alerts and incidents, working closely with SOC/CERT teams
- Supporting industrial and operational teams in securing business-critical environments
- Conducting audits and monitoring compliance, ensuring adherence to security policies and procedures
- Delivering security awareness training and promoting a strong security culture across the organisation
- Acting as the main point of contact for authorities, regulators, and internal stakeholders on information security matters
- Contributing to the development and continuous improvement of security processes, governance and frameworks
This role will require regular travel across UK and international sites.
