Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.
Are you a visionary leader with a passion for safeguarding sensitive information on a global scale?
Do you have the technical expertise to develop and implement leading information security and data protection strategies that ensure compliance and security?
Can you inspire teams to prioritise information security in an ever-evolving digital landscape?
The Role:
Oxfam GB is seeking a Head of Information Security and Data Protection to lead the Cybersecurity, Data Protection, and Information Governance teams. This role involves managing risks across these areas, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and control frameworks, and coordinating information security efforts across the wider Oxfam confederation to protect its reputation and systems.
Reports to: Chief Transformation Officer
Direct reports: Information Security Manager, Data Protection Manager, Data Protection Officer, Information Governance Lead
What we are looking for:
We seek a candidate who is committed to Oxfams mission to end poverty and aligns with our feminist principles of empowerment, accountability, and inclusion.
The ideal candidate will have:
* Proven senior leadership experience in information security within large, complex organizations.
* Deep knowledge of information security standards and frameworks (e.g., CIS, NIST, ISO-27001).
* Experience managing PCI-DSS compliance across multiple payment channels.
* Strong understanding of GDPR and experience leading a privacy team.
* Experience leading and developing teams of specialists.
* Exceptional communication skills to influence stakeholders at all levels.
* Familiarity with vulnerability and threat management tools and processes, including SIEM, EDR, WAF, SSO, and penetration testing.
* Ability to deliver and prioritize multiple complex projects.
* Knowledge of relevant laws and compliance standards.
Desirable qualifications:
* Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
* Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or similar.
We offer:
A competitive salary, flexible working options, pension scheme, generous leave, sick pay, life assurance, and other benefits. We support continuous learning through various development opportunities.
Flexfam:
We believe in flexible working arrangements and are open to discussing options that suit you.
How to apply:
Please upload your updated CV and a Cover Letter explaining your suitability for the role as part of your online application.
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