Head of IT SRC- UK&I, NE & DACH

As a Head of IT Security you'll be responsible for implementation and continuous improvement of the effective and efficient Information Security Management System in line with Group IT Security Strategy, Architecture and Standards. You are supposed to ensure that operational, legal, regulatory and security risks are assessed and mitigated with effective controls in accordance with the business requirements and Enterprise Architecture. You will monitor and manage all security incidents, lead investigations on behalf of the IT Leaders and take remedial actions to prevent recurrence wherever possible.

• Support the Global Head of Information Security, Risk and Compliance in the implementation of the Group Information Security Strategy in the Region.
• Review and evaluate IT procedures and controls concerning Information Security at a Regional level. 
• Ensure ICOFR, RIM, Group Policy and self-assessment exercise are carried out in a timely fashion and in line with Group expectations. 
• Communicate and publicize the Adecco IT Policy framework and work with the Group Policy and Awareness Manager to ensure users are educated and trained in all aspects of the Policy framework.
• Liaison with Assurance function (GIA, Group IT Assurance, External Auditor).
• Make sure all audit actions (Internal & external) have a named owner and remediation plan; ensure agreed actions are delivered in line with agreed dates. 
• Assess current levels of risks within the Regional IT environment on an on-going basis. Ensure all the identified security risks are managed through their life-cycle from identification to closure and provide appropriate visibility of the same to the Management.
• Ensure security testing is carried out for Regional Important Assets and report finding are followed up and timely addressed.
• Ensure that project team deploys products /systems / applications in line with IT Security Whitepapers / Requirements. 
• Conduct continual reviews of Adecco security technology standards and infrastructure managed by the local IT organization to ensure they are fit for purpose and provide the necessary levels of protection for the Country / Region, based on Group IT Standards.
• Provide concise, relevant and informative reports to the Global Head of Information Security, Risk & Compliance and IT Management on the status of security and risks within the IT environment.
• Monitor & manage all security incidents & breaches and take remedial actions to prevent recurrence wherever possible 
• Lead investigations in the respective geographical area, on behalf of business and IT Leadership Team, for breach of Information Security Policies and standards or security compromise. 
• Be the recognized expert in the field of Information Security within the respective geographical area and keep abreast of local regulations and requirements related to information security like Data Privacy Laws.
• Ensures Group Information Security Awareness Initiatives and end users training are deployed in the Region. 
• Establish career development plans, training for direct reports and appropriate mentoring and coaching in line with HR principles. Conduct timely annual and interim performance reviews and set objectives to cultivate a culture of high performance. 
• Ensure that the team develops requisite level of customer and technical knowledge to effectively manage relations with Adecco internal customers.

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role within a Global Organization.
• Professional experience in running the information security office analysing and applying information security, risk management, and privacy practices.
• Big 4 or HR industry background is a strong requirement.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills. 
• Ability to react to high pressure dynamic changing environments.
• Ability to train security concepts.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Strong team player.
• Ability to build pro-active, co-operative working relationships with customers, peers and key stakeholders based on respect and teamwork.
• Management level person with good ability to convince.
• Ability to act under strong pressure and to manage efficiently crisis situations. 
• Good in Management, developing team members by inspiring, encouraging and providing constructive criticism to help improve performance. 
• Able to evaluate information, identify key issues and formulate conclusions based on sound, practical judgment, experience, and common sense.

It’s an exciting time to be part of our team. We’re proud to be a global thought-leader and care about doing the best job we can to ensure better futures for everyone. We do this by building our Future@Work strategy as a united team of 30,000+ colleagues with a collective spirit working in over 60 countries globally. 

You’ll have the opportunity to grow across a variety of interesting jobs and careers over our extensive portfolio of global brands. We empower our colleagues to work in the smartest, most efficient ways to achieve total balance between the demands of their jobs and their lives. That’s why we give you the autonomy and support you need to work in the way that makes you most productive, agile, confident, and insightful.

Putting people first, pioneering with a collective spirit and always advancing with a growth mindset -that’s what we stand for at the Adecco Group. Here, we are all individuals with a unique perspective on the world we live in. That’s what makes us stronger. Whoever you are and whatever your background, you can be yourself. So, we aim to build on the attributes that make you, you. We offer a range of world-class resources for upskilling and development, satisfying your curiosity while the sharing skills, knowledge, and expertise to grow together. 

Make an impact where it matters most.

We believe that having an understanding of the hiring process helps you to prepare, feel, and be, at your best. As a global, multi brand organization with multiple different roles, our application process can vary. 

On our career site, you will find some of the key steps you can expect to guide you along the way.

As one of the world’s largest employers we believe in talent, not labels, and focus on the diverse and unique skills our people bring. We seek to foster a culture of belonging and purpose, an environment where everyone can thrive and feel engaged, and where difference is respected and valued. Our commitment to equity, equal opportunity, inclusion, and diversity is part of our broader commitment to respecting fundamental human rights across our value chain. The Adecco Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Posting date: 01-11-2022