About this role
This is a unique opportunity to become the first dedicated IT Risk & Security hire within a professional services firm.
Reporting directly to the Head of IT, you'll be responsible for establishing and leading the firm's information security function from the ground up. This is a standalone, hands-on role, ideal for someone who enjoys taking ownership, building security frameworks and making a real impact within the business.
A key priority will be leading the firm's journey to ISO 27001 certification, so we're looking for someone who has personally led an organisation through a successful ISO 27001 accreditation and understands what it takes to build and maintain an effective Information Security Management System (ISMS).
Alongside driving ISO 27001, you'll develop the firm's security policies, governance and risk framework, manage supplier assurance and client security audits, oversee cyber risk and compliance activities, and work closely with the firm's managed service providers to continually strengthen its security posture. You'll also play a key role in ensuring security is embedded across the business as new technologies, including AI, continue to be adopted.
About You
You'll have proven experience leading an ISO 27001 implementation and certification, together with a strong background in Information Security Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC). You'll be comfortable working autonomously, engaging with senior stakeholders and balancing strategic planning with hands-on delivery.
This role would suit someone who enjoys building rather than inheriting, wants genuine ownership of the security function and is excited by the opportunity to shape the future of information security within a highly respected professional services firm.
If you're looking for a role where you can leave a lasting legacy and build a security function from the ground up, we'd love to hear from you.
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About security roles for ex-police
Security management, operations and consultancy roles. Years of operational policing — command, incident response, public order — translate directly into corporate security, and employers in this sector actively rate police experience.
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- Working to legislation & regulation
What security roles pay ex-police
Advertised UK ranges, editorial estimates reviewed July 2026
| Security officer (SIA) | £24,000–£29,000 |
| Security supervisor / team leader | £28,000–£34,000 |
| Site / security manager | £38,000–£52,000 |
| Regional / operations security manager | £50,000–£65,000 |