Chief information security officer Work, Jobs in London, Eng (with Salaries)

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
University College London —London
- £120,000 - £150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- IT
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
11d
Chief Information Security Officer
Freedx —London
- Full-time
- Remote
- AWS
- APIs
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Chief Information Security Officer
Man Group —London
- Azure
- AWS
- Presentation skills
- Annual leave
- Sick pay
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Chief Information Officer, UK - Global Payment
ByteDance —London
- Computer Science
- Bachelor's degree
- IT
Chief Information Security Officer
Grant Thornton UK LLP —London
- Full-time
- Computer Science
- APIs
- AI
- Employee discount
1d
Head of Security
ClearCourse —London
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Leadership
- Employee discount
Quick apply
4d
Chief Information & Security Officer (CISO)
RLDatix —Tottenham
- Azure
- AWS
- IT
- Employee assistance programme
3d
Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Durlston Partners —London
- £200,000 a year
Business Information Security Officer (BISO) - Cyber GRC Associate
Bloomberg —London
- Communication skills
Business Information Risk Analyst
BDO —London
- Full-time
- Management
- Analysis skills
- Continuous improvement
Business Information Security Officer (BISO) - Engine by Starling
Starling —London
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- IT
- Financial services
- Leadership
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Quick apply
Deputy Chief Resilience and Security Officer
Hiscox —London
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Presentation skills
- Team management
- Leadership
Senior Information Security Analyst
AJ Bell —London
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Analysis skills
- Financial services
- Linux
- Employee assistance programme
Quick apply
CIO - UK Insurance
Bupa —London
- Full-time
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
- Gym membership
Quick apply
5d
Deputy Chief Operating Officer
Competition & Markets Authority —London
- £100,000 - £131,300 a year
- Part-time
- Presentation skills
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
11d
Chief Technology Officer
HM Treasury —London
- £72,820 - £77,000 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Azure
- Presentation skills
- IT
- Annual leave
- Flexitime
11d
Data & Digital Programme Manager
Public Sector Resourcing —London
- £67,001 - £74,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Azure
- Project management
- Annual leave
7d
Associate Product Manager
UK Health Security Agency —London
- £41,983 - £52,113 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Presentation skills
- Agile
22h
Head of IT
Liberty Global —London
- Full-time
- Computer Science
- Bachelor's degree
- Continuous improvement
- Annual leave
Information & Cyber Risk Assurance Advisor
Department for Energy Security & Net Zero —London
- £62,595 - £69,765 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Presentation skills
- Leadership
- Annual leave
- Employee discount

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Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

University College London -
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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£120,000 - £150,000 a year
11 days ago

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme
On-site gym
Season ticket loan
Annual leave
Company pension
Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

Information security
IT
Leadership
Communication skills

Full job description

Ref Number

B01-05567

Professional Expertise

IT and Digital

Department

Vice-President (Operations) (B01)

Location

London

Working Pattern

Full time

Salary

See advert text

Contract Type

Permanent

Working Type

Hybrid

Available for Secondment

Closing Date

14-Jun-2026

About us

UCL is consistently ranked among the world’s top 10 universities, home to over 50,000 students and 17,000 staff, and renowned for its pioneering research, transformative education, and global impact. As our digital landscape grows in scale and complexity, the security of our information, systems and research has never been more critical.

We are now seeking an exceptional Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to lead UCL’s information and cyber security strategy and shape the future of security across one of the world’s most influential universities.

About the role

Reporting directly to the Chief Information Officer, you will be accountable for all aspects of information and cyber security at UCL. You will set the vision for our Information Security Group (ISG), lead the development of a university‑wide security strategy, and ensure that UCL remains secure, resilient, and trusted as we deliver world‑class teaching and research.

You will work in partnership with academic faculties, professional services, and senior leaders to embed a strong security culture, ensure security is considered in all change initiatives, and oversee the design and operational effectiveness of UCL’s security controls framework.

“The ISG group work in partnership with the academic schools to deliver and maintain a minimum level of security across the university…”

This is a high‑profile leadership role at the heart of a complex, globally connected organisation—ideal for a strategic, influential security leader who thrives on collaboration, innovation, and impact.

You will:

Set the overall vision and strategy for information and cyber security at UCL. “Provide overall vision and strategy for the UCL Information Security Group (ISG)”
Lead the creation and delivery of UCL’s security strategy and roadmap.
Champion a strong, measurable security culture across the university.
Partner with academic schools and professional services to manage and mitigate security risk.
Ensure UCL is secure by design, with security embedded in all activities and change programmes.
Own and maintain all security policies, standards and frameworks.
Oversee the design and operational effectiveness of UCL’s security controls framework.
Work closely with the Data Privacy Officer to ensure appropriate data protection controls.
Act as a visible, credible leader for security within UCL and the wider sector.

About you

You will bring:

Significant senior‑level experience in information security leadership, with deep expertise in risk management. “Proven delivery and expertise in Information Security and deep understanding of risk management principles…”
A track record of transforming security in large, complex, matrixed organisations.
Strong knowledge of security technologies, strategies, and process design.
Experience building high‑performing teams and leading through influence.
Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build trust at the most senior levels.
A proactive, solutions‑focused mindset and the confidence to lead change.
Outstanding communication skills and the ability to inspire confidence across diverse communities.

Experience in the higher education sector is desirable but not essential.

What we offer

Salary is negotiable for the right candidate the range £120k to £150k

As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:

Base salary is negotiable
41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme
Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
Immigration loan
Relocation scheme for certain posts
On-Site nursery
On-site gym
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
Discounted medical insurance

Visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/rewards-and-benefits to find out more.

This role meets the requirements for a Skilled Worker certificate of sponsorship or Global Talent visa under UK Visas and Immigration legislation. UCL welcomes applications from international applicants who require a visa.

We will consider applications to work on a part-time, flexible, and job share basis wherever possible

For some roles UCL will consider hybrid working. This can be between 20-80% onsite working. Where this happens there is an expectation that individuals can be asked to work onsite as required up to 100% of a week

UCL Terms and Conditions of Service:

Research and Professional Services Staff
Academic Staff

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

As London’s Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong.

We particularly encourage applications from candidates underrepresented in UCL’s workforce, including those from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds, disabled people, and – for Grade 9 and 10 roles – women.

Read more: UCL Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

Applicants should also familiarise themselves with UCL’s policies on: Prevention of Bullying, Harassment and Sexual Misconduct Policy and Personal Relationships Policy

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