Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) – 12 Month Contract

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) – 12 Month Contract
We are hiring a strategic, hands-on CISO to join our clients enterprise team for a 12 month daily rate contract. You will lead the design and execution of a cybersecurity programme built around NIS2 compliance, risk management, and resilience, working closely with executive leadership and technical teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a security strategy aligned to NIS2 risk-management measures.
• Maintain a risk register, define risk appetite, and run regular risk assessments.
• Build and test incident response processes, including NIS2-compliant reporting.
• Establish business continuity and crisis management for cyber resilience.
• Lead third-party / vendor security risk assessments.
• Define secure architecture (cloud, IAM, encryption) and embed secure SDLC practices.
• Drive a company-wide security awareness programme.
• Oversee security governance: policies, metrics, and board reporting.

Essential Experience:

• Senior-level security leadership in a large tech organisation (CISO or equivalent).
• Deep understanding of the NIS2 Directive, including risk management, incident reporting, and accountability.
• Experience building and leading security functions in a regulated or highly compliant environment.
• Track record in incident response and secure architecture (cloud, IAM, encryption).
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM) strongly preferred.

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