Description
At CDW, we make it happen, together. Trust, connection, and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. It’s why we’re coworkers, not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that speaks to who we are and where we’re headed. We’re proud to share our story and Make Amazing Happen at CDW.

JOB SUMMARY

As the Head of Information Security for the UK and International business you will report into the global CISO and also dotted line into the Director of Technology for UK&I and will be accountable for all aspects of Information Security in the UK&I business. You will work as part of the global security leadership team to represent the UK&I business and as part of the UK&I Technology leadership team to implement global security best practices, protect our operations from threats and ensure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.

• Own and drive all aspects of Information Security across the UK&I business
• Build partnerships with UK&I leadership to ensure that local priorities and needs are understood while instilling a strong cybersecurity culture across the organisation
• Act as a senior member of the global Information Security team to represent UK&I priorities and needs and be the bridgehead for global initiatives to be successfully deployed in region
• Implement and maintain security policies, protocols and measures across all platforms and locations, driving alignment with our global operating model
• Lead incident response efforts and manage the investigation of security breaches
• Collaborate with other Technology departments to ensure compliance with security standards, necessary security monitoring is in place and risks are proactively managed
• Work with sales teams and our customers to support them in understanding how CDW protects our customers’ information, including hosting calls and responding to RFP questions.
• Work with the Legal, Risk, Ethics and Compliance team to support management of broader business security risks, achievement and maintenance of government standards including ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials + and respond to issues
• Ensure strong security measures are embedded in the product development lifecycle, from design through deployment, aligning with industry best practices and global information security standards.
• Develop and implement meaningful metrics to evaluate progress and effectiveness of cybersecurity initiatives and capabilities. Regularly report on progress to senior management and stakeholders.
• Provide line management to the local Information Security team including recruiting outstanding diverse talent, managing performance, developing potential, supporting individuals and creating a cohesive unit with shared values and goals