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Chief Information Security Officer

Volkswagen Group UK Ltd
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Group IT are recruiting for a Chief Information Security Officer full time permanent basis.
Reporting into the Head of IT Governance & Security, you will deal with unique, highly complex business issues and be responsible for establishing an Enterprise Security through policy, architecture and training processes, and by implementing appropriate security solutions in line with Volkswagen AG Group standards, policies and guidelines. The CISO is responsible for delivering, maintaining and measuring the effectiveness of Information Security Management Systems (ISMS).
Skills & experience you can bring to the role:
Exceptional IT and business process skills
Excellent understanding of the IT industry, technology and trends
Experience of running and implementing Information Security Management models
Ability to articulate ideas, solutions and recommendations across all levels of the organisation
Highly motivated with excellent time management skills and able to work under own initiative
Ability to take ownership of problems and issues, and proactively resolve them
Strong leadership and ability work as a team member
Logical thinker with strong analytical skills
Track record of influencing with tact and diplomacy across all levels
Proven IT security management skills
Strong and cohesive supplier management
What can we offer you?
Along with a competitive salary, car schemes (including cars for family members), discretionary bonus, fuel card, enhanced pension contributions, private healthcare, 27 days holiday plus bank holidays, 4 x life assurance & health & wellbeing support, we also offer a wide range of flexible benefits to suit you and your lifestyle.
Group IT
In Group IT, we have an inclusive culture, built on diversity, difference and friendship that inspires us all. What really sets us apart is how we work – not how many vehicles we sell. We learn from each other, encourage each other, and regularly challenge each other to think differently. Our people have a true passion for what they do, a genuine desire to go further for customers and to give their own careers real momentum at the same time.
The automotive industry is transforming. The rise of EVs, increased connectivity, shared mobility, changing customer expectations, and the technological revolution have brought a raft of new challenges.
The scale of this shift in the way we work means a new focus for IT professionals who are tasked with delivering business change to match Volkswagen Group’s ambitious strategy.
We’re providing innovative solutions, maintaining applications, and optimising security. We're experts in our business processes and systems, and leaders of vast transformation programmes.
We are responsible for projects right across Volkswagen Group UK, so you'll find the work varied and challenging, and there’s plenty of opportunity to spread your wings and become involved in more initiatives.
We’re driven by difference. With six big brands under one roof – each with its own history, designs and innovations – we’ve created some of the world’s most iconic vehicles, from luxury sports cars to family camper vans. Here, you’ll discover opportunities, explore ideas and tackle challenges that you won’t find anywhere else.
It takes a range of teams to make the Group successful. We all share the same aim: to deliver sustainable mobility for generations to come, while keeping the customer and their changing demands at the heart of everything we do.
There’s never been a more exciting time to join our industry as it undergoes the biggest transformation for over 100 years. With digitalisation, electrification and driverless mobility all coming to the market, we’re actively looking for people with new skills, knowledge, and outlooks. A brave new world demands brave, new, diverse people; so whatever your background, we would love to hear from you. We know that different perspectives and thought processes are vital as our industry goes through an exciting period of change.
To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications are received. This is to ensure that we can manage the application levels whilst maintaining a positive candidate experience. Unfortunately, once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications.
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Seniority level Mid-Senior level
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Employment type Full-time
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Job function Information Technology
Industries Wholesale Motor Vehicles and Parts
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