Global Head of Security

Client: Leading Hedge Fund Location: London Salary: £250,000 Bonus & Benefits Work Arrangement: Full-time onsite (5 days a week) Role: Global Head of Security Operations Team Size: 10 direct reports, managing global teams across various locations. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage global security operations teams. Oversee Security Incident Response, Malware, DLP, Branding Domain and Monitoring, and Threat Intelligence. Review tickets and alerts, providing feedback for automation and efficiency improvements. Innovate on processes such as automating certificate requests to reduce human intervention. Identify and mitigate threats, manage the information security estate. Provide hands-on technical expertise to add value across platforms. Understand and respond to how threats manifest within the organisation. Key Requirements: Strong experience with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, Q1 Radar) and security orchestration response. Exposure to SIEM and Threat Intelligence Platforms. SOC Engineering experience with communication platforms such as Slack. Proficiency with ticketing servicing systems. Proven experience in managing a team. Industry experience is ideal but candidates from Big Tech or other relevant industries will be considered. Experience as a SOC Manager in a regulatory environment. About the Role: This role requires a leader who can manage and innovate within global security operations. The ideal candidate will bring fresh perspectives to longstanding challenges. The role involves hands-on technical management and strategic oversight. Previous employees have successfully automated manual processes, and the new leader will be expected to continue driving such efficiencies. The role demands a deep understanding of security threats and proactive risk management. Expectations: Immediate impact with hands-on technical skills. Ability to articulate experiences and knowledge in-depth. Develop and implement a strategy for threat hunting and risk-based security in on-premises and cloud environments. Innovate towards a risk-based format, incorporating data analysis and security automation within three years. Prepare and present detailed forensic reports and threat detection strategies. Confidently engage with senior leaders. Additional Information: This position is based in London and requires full-time onsite presence. The role offers a dynamic environment, ideal for someone looking to make significant contributions to a leading hedge fund's security operations. Candidates should be prepared for a fast-paced, high-impact role with opportunities for growth and development. If interested please apply via the ad, or feel free to reach out to me with your updated CV also.