Endpoint & IAM Lead
Location: Oxford (Hybrid – 1-2 days in the office per week)
Salary: Competitive
About the Role
We are seeking an Endpoint Protection & IAM Lead to spearhead the strategic integration of Microsoft-based Identity and Access Management (IAM) and Endpoint Protection solutions across our Security Operations and Optimization (SOO) functions.
As part of a greenfield cybersecurity build, you will play a pivotal role in shaping a modern, scalable cybersecurity framework under the guidance of our new CISO. This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of a transformative journey, leveraging a substantial budget to deliver tools and solutions that align with industry best practices (e.g., NIST).
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
* Drive the integration of IAM and endpoint security into the organization’s cybersecurity strategy.
* Collaborate with the CISO to align security initiatives with business objectives.
* Oversee tool selection, process development, and implementation, managing a budget to map and optimize security functions.
* Build and maintain strong vendor relationships to ensure effective partnerships and service delivery.
Technical Integration
* Lead the transition to a Microsoft-focused security ecosystem, including:
* Microsoft Defender for endpoint security.
* Azure, Entra ID, and Active Directory for IAM.
* Design and implement solutions that ensure seamless integration across SOO functions, fostering consistency and operational efficiency.
* Act as a bridge between strategic planning and technical execution, ensuring adherence to industry best practices.
Team Enablement
* Provide strategic and technical guidance, fostering a culture of cybersecurity awareness across the organization.
* Balance high-level strategic responsibilities with hands-on involvement, particularly during early implementation phases.
Candidate Profile
Leadership Expertise
* Proven track record in leading cybersecurity initiatives in a Microsoft-centric environment.
* Exceptional communication skills, capable of influencing executive decision-making.
* Strong vendor management and procurement capabilities, achieving maximum ROI.
* Experience leading cross-functional integration projects with a strategic focus.
Technical Proficiency
* In-depth expertise in Microsoft’s security stack, including:
* Microsoft Defender for endpoints.
* Azure, Entra ID, and Active Directory.
* Ability to assess and transform existing infrastructures into secure, scalable solutions.
* Experience blending technical engineering expertise with a high-level strategic vision.
Additional Attributes
* Commercially astute, with experience managing significant budgets.
* Comfortable with hybrid working arrangements.
* Strong focus on collaboration and driving organizational impact.
The Current Landscape
* Greenfield cybersecurity build under a new CISO.
* Transitioning to a Microsoft-focused environment from Cisco.
* Aiming to integrate tools and policies across SOO functions with a focus on resilience, risk management, and adherence to standards like NIST.
Apply now to join our mission of building a resilient, secure future.