Senior Security Risk & Governance Lead (Global CISO)

Senior Security Risk & Governance Lead – Global Freelance ContractWe are looking for an experienced Senior Security Risk & Governance Lead to join a major global financial services organisation on a long-term freelance assignment.This is a high-profile role, providing independent security oversight and influencing senior leaders across an international business.Key ResponsibilitiesLead global security risk and governance oversightOwn and develop the Security Management PlanOversee FCA, PRA and global regulatory complianceEngage with internal and external regulatory stakeholdersLead security culture and Security Champion programmesProvide independent challenge and assuranceOversee managed security services and strategic suppliersReport key security risks, controls and priorities to senior leadershipKey RequirementsSenior security leadership experience in a regulated global organisationStrong security risk management and governance expertiseSecond Line of Defence experienceKnowledge of FCA, PRA and international regulatory requirementsExperience engaging with regulatorsSecurity Management Plan or security strategy ownershipManaged security services experienceIdeally SFIA Level 6, CIISec membership or UK Cyber Security Council Chartered statusContract Details:6 Months Extendable Freelance MissionLondon 2 Days On-Site / 3 Days RemoteSeptember 2026 Start Date