Information Security Officer

Permanent Based in Milton Keynes £50,000 pa - £60,000 pa Information Security Officer  Hybrid   Our client are a leading provider of software solutions for student accommodation, event management, catering, and residential services, they help institutions streamline operations, elevate customer experiences, and unlock their full potential. With over 25 years of experience and trusted by more than 350 institutions worldwide, their software empowers universities and venues to run smarter, faster, and more collaboratively. From bustling campuses to dynamic corporate environments, their technology adapts to the rhythm of each organisation — helping them thrive in a fast-changing world. They are more than just software. They are a team of passionate problem-solvers, innovators, and collaborators who care deeply about their customers and each other. Their culture is built on empowerment, community, and continuous growth. They believe in giving people the tools, support, and freedom to do their best work — and have fun while doing it. Joining our client means being part of a purpose-driven business where your ideas matter, your development is supported, and your impact is real. If you're ready to help shape the future of operational technology in education and events, we'd love to meet you.   An experienced Information Security Officer to lead security strategy, operations, and compliance. This is a hands-on role combining strategic security architecture with operational security management and regulatory compliance oversight. The successful candidate will define security standards across our product portfolio, manage security environments, and serve as our central point for ISO27001, PCI/DSS, and GDPR compliance while supporting commercial teams with tender responses and client security assurance.  Core Responsibilities: Strategic (30%)  Define technical security architecture and standards across multi-cloud SaaS platforms  Embed security into product development lifecycle and roadmap planning  Conduct threat modelling and risk assessments for new features and system changes  Evaluate and recommend security technologies and tools  Operational (40%)  Manage security environments across Azure and AWS infrastructure  Coordinate security incident response and vulnerability remediation  Oversee security monitoring, alerting, and detection capabilities  Manage vulnerability assessment and penetration testing programs  Maintain identity and access management controls  Compliance & Assurance (30%)  Maintain ISO27001 certification and manage audit cycles  Ensure PCI/DSS compliance for payment processing systems  Manage GDPR compliance across all products and operations  Complete HECVAT and security questionnaires for higher education tenders  Support sales and customer success with security documentation and evidence  Act as primary security contact for customers and prospects  Essential Requirements: Substantial information security experience in SaaS/cloud software environment (ISV or B2B software preferred)  Proven track record managing ISO27001 certification and compliance  Practical GDPR implementation experience in software products  PCI/DSS compliance experience with payment processing systems  Strong understanding of cloud security (Azure and/or AWS)  Application security and secure development lifecycle knowledge  Security incident management and cross-functional response coordination  Excellent communication skills - able to translate technical security for commercial and executive audiences  Experience supporting tender responses and client security assurance  Preferred: Professional certifications: CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent  Higher education sector experience  Multi-tenant SaaS architecture security experience  DevSecOps and CI/CD security integration knowledge  Security frameworks: NIST, CIS Controls, OWASP  Multi-jurisdictional data protection knowledge  Enterprise sales cycle support experience  Key Attributes: Strategic thinker who can balance security with business needs  Pragmatic approach to security implementation  Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills  Collaborative and able to influence across teams  Proactive in identifying risks and improvement opportunities  Comfortable in fast-paced, dynamic environment  Our client have created a welcoming office environment, with well-stocked kitchens offering free breakfast, fresh fruit, hot and cold drinks, and a range of tuck shop goodies to keep you fuelled throughout the day. They are an equal opportunity employer, fostering diversity and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.   Please let us know if we need to make reasonable adjustments to our process, please let us know about how we can best support you and make the adjustments that may be needed.   Altitude-Recruitment Limited acting as an Employment Agency and Employment Business