Job Description
Interim Chief Information Security Officer - Classified Network Security Programme
* Job Title: Interim Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) - Classified Network Security Programme
* Location: UK Hybrid
* Clearance Required: Active Enhanced Developed Vetting (eDV) preferred. Minimum active Developed Vetting (DV)
* Contract Type: Interim/Contract (12-18 months initial, high likelihood of extension) - Outside IR35
* Day Rate: DOE
Position Overview: Interim Chief Information Security Officer required for a high-stakes classified UK Defence project. This role leads the Network Security initiative, ensuring robust protection of sensitive assets in a secure environment. Reporting directly to the Chief Information Officer (CIO), you will drive security strategy, compliance, and risk mitigation to safeguard mission-critical operations.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Lead the design, implementation, and oversight of Network Security architecture for classified systems, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention, encryption protocols, and secure access controls.
2. Conduct risk assessments, vulnerability management, and incident response planning tailored to defence-grade threats, ensuring alignment with NCSC and CPNI standards.
3. Collaborate with cross-functio...