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DV Cleared Director Of Security

Job Posted: 4 days ago

Salary: £ 750 - 850 / Day
Job Type: Contract
Location: Nationwide

Expire in: 24 days

Job Description

Job Title: DV Cleared Director of Security Function
 Location: London
 Duration: 6 months possible extension
 Must be willing and eligible to go through DV Clearance

Operating in a highly regulated, security-sensitive environment, Our Client delivers critical services where the protection of people, information, assets and operations is non-negotiable. If you're a strategic security leader who can turn complex risk into clear governance-and embed security as a business enabler-this is a role with real purpose and measurable impact

What you'll be doing:

Own and drive the Sector Security Strategy, aligned to business objectives, customer requirements and regulatory obligations
Provide senior-level security leadership and assurance to the Senior Leadership Team, advising on security risks, emerging threats and compliance matters
Establish and maintain security governance frameworks, policies and standards across Physical, Personnel, Information and Cyber Security disciplines
Lead security risk management: identify, assess, monitor and ensure risks are appropriately managed
Oversee compliance and assurance against GovS007, JSP 440, GDPR and contractual security obligations, including ISO 27001-aligned controls and processes
Act as the principal point of contact for security with Government Departments, Contracting Authorities, customers and industry partners
Govern business continuity and emergency response planning, supporting organisational resilience and crisis management arrangements
Provide security advice and assurance for supply chain and third-party partners, supporting due diligence and risk assessments
Ensure security incidents are managed, investigated, reported, and followed through with corrective actions and continuous improvementWhat you'll bring:

Strong leadership that inspires and develops teams, maintaining high standards of professionalism and customer service
Excellent communication-able to influence and brief stakeholders clearly, including senior decision-makers
Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative, inclusive approach
A proactive mindset for resolving complex, multi-dimensional security challenges with innovative solutions
Ability to achieve and maintain Developed Vetting (DV) Security Clearance
Deep knowledge of GovS007 and relevant aspects of JSP 440, alongside experience leading governance, risk and compliance programmes
Strong understanding of information assurance/risk management and ISO 27001 principles, with practical GDPR awareness
Confidence advising on contractual and legislative security requirements, supporting bids, transitions and business development Additional information:

Well-developed IT literacy with an understanding of modern cyber and information security risks If you're ready to shape security governance at senior level, strengthen resilience across the sector, and help enable safe, secure delivery-apply now. Our Client is committed to building diverse teams led by leaders who deliver better outcomes for culture, customers and communities.

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