Head of Infrastructure Security | Global Alternative Investment Firm

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Head of Infrastructure Security | Global Alternative Investment Firm

Head of Infrastructure Security | Global Alternative Investment Firm

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(Up to c. $500k Comp Package | Hybrid Working - 3 Days in Office)

Role Overview

We’re working with a globally recognised investment firm investing heavily in infrastructure security as part of a broader strategy to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving technology landscape. As part of this effort, they’re hiring a Head of Infrastructure Security - a strategic and technical leadership position reporting into the CISO, with a remit spanning secure architecture, engineering, governance, and innovation. This is a senior-level role for a seasoned security leader with deep expertise in large-scale infrastructure environments, particularly across Linux, Windows, and enterprise SaaS ecosystems. You’ll shape policy, drive tooling adoption, manage high-performing engineers and architects, and partner cross-functionally to ensure security is embedded into every layer of the organisation’s operations...

Key Responsibilities

Define and drive the firm’s infrastructure security vision, building a robust strategy that aligns with business objectives and risk posture

Oversee secure configuration and operational integrity across both Linux and Windows server estates - including Active Directory, DNS, and file-sharing protocols

Lead efforts to protect data at rest and in transit - including the design and implementation of DLP measures across database and unstructured data environments

Manage endpoint security strategy across desktops, mobile devices, and remote working environments

Ensure secure integration and monitoring of SaaS platforms such as Office365, Salesforce, Slack, and Box - maintaining strong governance and regulatory alignment

Lead the development of a comprehensive vulnerability management programme - ensuring proactive patching, effective coverage, and lifecycle controls for EOL devices

Oversee authentication and access infrastructure, managing platforms such as Okta and Microsoft EntraID for SSO and MFA

Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of engineers and architects - fostering innovation, ownership, and ongoing development

Collaborate with teams across engineering, infrastructure, and compliance to embed security standards into every stage of the product lifecycle

Support security evaluations for new products, platforms, and services in partnership with the Compliance team

Stay ahead of threat intelligence, tooling advancements, and evolving risk vectors - ensuring the firm remains on the cutting edge of infrastructure defence

What You’ll Bring...

9+ years' experience in senior infrastructure security leadership roles, ideally within high-availability, high-compliance environments

Deep expertise securing both Linux and Windows platforms, including Active Directory, DNS, and core infrastructure services

Experience owning endpoint and mobile device security policy at scale

Leadership experience building and managing engineering teams across infrastructure security and architecture

Demonstrable success in designing and implementing enterprise DLP and data protection strategies

Hands-on understanding of SaaS security - including Office365, Salesforce, Slack, Box, and similar platforms

Strong background in vulnerability management - from tooling selection to patch orchestration and lifecycle governance

Proven ability to drive cross-functional collaboration and embed security into fast-paced, agile development environments

Excellent communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders across technical and non-technical domains

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field

(Preferred) A track record of ethical leadership, operational excellence, and strategic innovation within a security function

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Seniority level

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Information Technology, Finance, and Engineering

Industries

Financial Services, Capital Markets, and Investment Management

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