Business Information Security Officer (BISO)

Cyber UK
London
9 months ago
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Job Description: Business Information Security Officer, Cybersecurity

Location:London

As a global media and information services company, News Corp recognizes the importance of cybersecurity and risk mitigation. We aim to protect our business and customers while developing innovative cybersecurity solutions. If cybersecurity is your passion and you want to join a cutting-edge team, we want to hear from you!

The Business Information Security Officer (BISO) is the primary contact for News UK, supporting the implementation of the Global Cybersecurity program within the business unit. This trusted advisor will work with the business to understand requirements, implement strategies, and ensure compliance with cybersecurity policies. Combining business acumen with technical expertise, this role aims to enhance security posture, identify risks, and oversee compliance and risk mitigation strategies.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Act as the primary cybersecurity contact and advisor for the business unit, liaising with global and local teams across technology, legal, finance, audit, compliance, and leadership.
  • Develop a deep understanding of business processes, critical assets, locations, systems, technologies, data, customers, and partners.
  • Lead the creation of a News UK-specific cybersecurity strategy aligned with global initiatives and business goals.
  • Manage the monthly Cyber Risk Steering Committee, updating stakeholders on risks, threats, and project statuses.
  • Implement cybersecurity policies and standards, identify non-compliance, and facilitate improvements.
  • Oversee compliance with PCI, SOX, GDPR, and other legal or regulatory requirements, supporting audits and privacy initiatives.
  • Provide regular reports on cybersecurity status and incidents.
  • Coordinate with Incident Response Team and serve as escalation point for security issues.
  • Collaborate with Cyber Defense, Product Security Engineering, and Enterprise Security teams to improve program maturity.

Qualifications:

  • 10-15+ years of professional experience.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Technology, Legal, Computer Science/Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related fields.
  • Strong understanding of security compliance, policies, frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO27001, PCI), and regulations.
  • Solid foundation in security architecture and cloud environments.
  • Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging all organizational levels, especially executives.
  • Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
  • International or global team experience is a plus.
  • Comfortable working in matrixed organizations.
  • CISSP or CRISC certifications are highly preferred but not required.

About News Corp:News Corp is a diversified global media and information services company, creating and distributing authoritative content worldwide. Our operations span news, information services, book publishing, digital real estate, cable programming in Australia, and pay-TV distribution. Headquartered in New York, our primary activities are in the US, Australia, and the UK.

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