Cyber Governance Lead

at  British American Tobacco

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Cybersecurity Governance Framework:
• Develop and implement a robust cybersecurity governance framework that aligns with organizational objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Establish governance bodies to ensure effective decision-making and accountability across cybersecurity initiatives.
• Policy and Standards Development:
• Design, develop, and maintain comprehensive cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures in line with best practices (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, COBIT).
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure policies and standards are relevant, achievable, and aligned with business/functional processes.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with internal and external regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA)
• Reporting to Governance Bodies:
• Develop dashboards, reports, and presentations to provide regular updates and reports to operational and strategic governance bodies, including the Board of Directors, Risk Committees, and Executive Leadership Teams.
• Design and implement KPIs and KRIs for governance programs, and use tools such as dashboards to communicate progress to stakeholders.
• Continuous Improvement and Automation: Facilitate ongoing improvement initiatives to enhance cyber governance processes and their automation.
• Cross function collaboration: Build and maintain strong relationships with Regional and Global teams, including Enterprise Risk Management, to align risk management efforts across the organization.
• Security Audits and Assessments: Support security audits to validate the effectiveness of cyber governance processes and identify areas for improvement.
• Continuous Learning: Stay informed about the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, and best practices, incorporating them to strengthen the organization’s cybersecurity posture.

EXPERIENCE & TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIRED

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity governance, risk management, compliance or related roles.
• Cybersecurity Fundamentals:
• Experience in developing and implementing policies, standards, and governance structures.
• Strong knowledge of security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST RMF, ISO 27001, FAIR, COBIT)
• Proficiency in using GRC platforms (e.g., ServiceNow IRM, RSA Archer).
• Awareness of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, IoT, and their associated security implications.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity regulations and compliance requirements such as GDPR, CCPA, PCI DSS, and SOX.
• Adequate technical knowledge and skills enabling effective communication with IT Services, understanding risks and corresponding mitigations.

FUNCTIONAL / LEADERSHIP SKILLS REQUIRED

• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information to technical and non-technical stakeholders, including executive leadership
• Project Management:
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple concurrent initiatives.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies to drive risk-related projects.
• Data Analytics and Visualization:
• Ability to analyse and interpret complex data to assess risk and trends.
• Proficiency in creating dashboards and reports using tools like Power BI, or Excel.
• Ability to build relationships across functions and drive consensus in a complex, matrixed organization.
• Self-motivated and results focused; ability to strengthen the team and its mission.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS / CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Degree or equivalent in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field

WHAT ARE THE KEY OBJECTIVES AND EXPECTATIONS FROM THIS ROLE?

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cyber Governance Lead to join our dynamic and growing team. The ideal candidate will oversee and drive the implementation of an effective cybersecurity governance framework to ensure organizational compliance with regulatory, industry, and internal cybersecurity policies and standards. This role requires strategic oversight, stakeholder collaboration, and continuous improvement to align the organization’s cybersecurity objectives with its business goals.