About The Role

We are looking to offer a CISO the opportunity to join our expanding IT Function team based in Stevenage.

About the role

As the CISO you will report into the CIO and the role will have accountability for the organisation`s Cyber defences, the protection and governance of our information and the implementation of appropriate controls. Whilst balancing the effective and efficient operation of the business.

We offer a flexible working environment where hybrid working has been embedded. You would be required to attend the office two to three days per week.

About M Group Services

M Group Services is a trusted employer to more than 10,500 people in the UK and Ireland. Operating across 21 businesses in 240 locations, we provide specialist infrastructure services in the water, energy, transport and telecommunications sectors.

As a business we believe communication is key. We work in an environment where growth and development are promoted within the business, our employees feel they are trusted to get on with their work as well as finding this work interesting and challenging.

Where we are able, we work flexibly, believing that empowered colleagues are happier and more productive. We want to support our people as much as possible, therefore if you require a more flexible working arrangement, we would be happy to discuss this with you!

As the CISO, you`ll get the opportunity to:

• Assess and set the strategy to achieve and maintain appropriate Infosec practices, controls, resilience, risk identification and responses across Tech and Data
• Provide thought leadership on contemporary security operations and be a leader in establishing trust through security
• Determine, adopt, embed, and assess the Infosec framework and certification appropriate to our organisation and clients considering legal frameworks.
• Define and execute the cyber strategy, prioritising short, medium, and long-term investment considering resilience and risk factors
• Work with stakeholders to assess impact of new projects, solutions, partnerships and regulations to security and data protection posture and support implementation
• Lead and collaborate across the group to ensure uniformity in cybersecurity policies and practices
• Provide and manage the risk posture of the group in relation to IT and Cyber.
• Develop and execute the Information Security Strategy, enhancing cyber resilience.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to drive significant outcomes on high-profile projects and BAU activities.
• Cultivate a 'secure by design' culture, align IT security with business requirements.

What you`ll bring?

• Excellent communication skills and work ethic
• Ability to confidently interact at multiple levels in the organisation and lead cross-departmental team projects
• Experience presenting to all levels of the business.
• Excellent problem diagnosis and analytical skills with an affinity for documentation and process
• Strong technical knowledge with network and security technology familiarity
• Honours degree or equivalent, CISSP or other relevant security certifications.(CISM).
• 7+ years of experience in risk management or information security
• Understanding of business and IT alignment
• Will need to be SC cleared.

What`s in it for you?

• 25 days' annual leave plus statutory holidays
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Contributory Pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to a wide range of discounts and special offers through our online rewards platform
• Private health care
• Company car/car allowance and fuel card

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Notes/Brief for Recruitment Team:

About The Company

M Group Services delivers a range of essential infrastructure services within the water, energy, transport and telecommunications sectors in the UK & Ireland. We have built and maintained relationships with our clients over a number of years and have a strong culture that continuously focuses on safety, operational delivery, efficiency and customer service. We are committed to profitable growth both organically and through acquisitions. M Group Services, a trusted employer to over 10,000 skilled specialists working from 240 locations, operates a divisional structure aligned with its end markets.

At M Group Services we recognise and value the benefits from our workforce diversity. We work hard to build and maintain inclusive environments and develop a culture where our people feel included and valued.