Overview
Anderson Knight is delighted to be working on a retained basis with Glasgow Prestwick Airport to appoint a Head of Technology Services, Cyber Security & Data Control.
This is a senior leadership position responsible for shaping and delivering the organisation’s strategy across technology services, cyber security, data protection, and records management, ensuring systems remain secure, resilient, and fully compliant with regulatory and statutory obligations.
This role offers a unique opportunity to influence the strategic direction of technology and data governance within a complex and highly regulated environment.
They are seeking a strategic technology leader with significant experience across IT services, cyber security, and data governance, ideally within a regulated environment.
The Role
Reporting to the Operations Director and sitting on the Senior Leadership Team, the successful candidate will provide strategic oversight across IT systems, cyber security, data protection, and information governance.
You will ensure the organisation maintains the highest standards of security, compliance, and operational resilience, while supporting the wider business strategy.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Governance
Develop and deliver the organisation’s Technology Services, Cyber Security and Data Protection strategy
Establish strong governance frameworks, policies, and standards
Lead the security and resilience of technology infrastructure, systems, and networks
Oversee cyber risk management, vulnerability assessments, and security assurance
Manage cyber security incidents, investigations, and response processes
Data Protection & Information Governance
Ensure compliance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act
Oversee data protection policies, procedures, and risk assessments
Lead Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) where required
Manage relationships with regulators and external stakeholders
Records Management
Oversee the organisation’s Records Management Plan
Ensure compliance with information governance standards
Promote best practice in records management across the organisation
Deliver training and awareness programmes on records management
Leadership & Culture
Lead and develop the technology services team
Create a strong culture of cyber security awareness and data protection
Ensure effective training and capability development across the organisation
Oversee business continuity and disaster recovery planning
Monitor emerging cyber threats and regulatory developments
Drive continuous improvement in systems, processes, and controls
You will bring
Senior leadership experience within technology or cyber security functions
Strong knowledge of cyber security frameworks and regulatory compliance
Experience leading information governance and data protection programmes
Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and Boards
Experience managing risk, resilience, and operational technology environments
A strategic mindset combined with strong operational leadership
For a confidential discussion or to request the full candidate pack, please apply today or contact Jim Gormley at Anderson Knight directly.
Anderson Knight has been exclusively retained by Glasgow Prestwick Airport to manage the recruitment for this position. Any unsolicited applications or CVs submitted directly to the airport will be forwarded to Anderson Knight for consideration.
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