Head of Information Security

The Company is seeking a Head of Information Security with a strong background in IT and a focus on security. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 12 years' in IT, with at least 8 years' in information security, and a proven track record of at least 4 years' in a senior or managerial role leading security teams and cross-functional security initiatives. Mandatory certifications include CISSP, OSCE3, or GSE, with a preference for OSCP and other security-related certifications. The role requires expertise in security architecture, including the design and evaluation of enterprise security across hybrid and multi-cloud environments, and experience with zero-trust network design, SSE/SASE frameworks, API security, PKI, and encryption architecture. The ideal candidate will also have a deep knowledge of identity and access management, experience in leading SOC operations, and managing various security technologies. Responsibilities for the Head of Information Security at the company include handling the full incident response lifecycle, leading vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and threat hunting. A strong understanding of information security governance, risk management, and business continuity planning is essential. Experience in OT/ICS security and knowledge of operational infrastructure environments is advantageous. The role demands a hands-on approach and the ability to work with a range of security technologies, including those related to cloud and on-premises environments.