Director of Security

Security Development & Test DirectorLocation: London (remote-first, travel to client site a few times a month)Salary: Up to £135,000 (depending on experience) + 20% Bonus + Car AllowanceA leading security function is seeking a Security Development and Test Director to drive the strategy and execution of secure software development, DevSecOps integration, and security testing across a portfolio of high-impact programmes. This is a key leadership role for a technically credible professional who can influence architecture, shape delivery, and build security into every phase of the development lifecycle.You will work closely with engineering, architecture, and client-facing teams to embed secure-by-design principles, lead tooling and automation strategy, and ensure consistent delivery of secure, compliant, and high-quality software systems.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic & Technical LeadershipLead secure development and testing strategy across complex environments.Integrate security into CI/CD pipelines through SAST, DAST, SCA, container scanning, and automated policy enforcement.Establish and govern secure architecture standards aligned to industry frameworks (e.g. NIST, OWASP, ISO 27001).Champion threat modelling and secure design throughout development lifecycles.Client Engagement & Pre-Sales SupportRepresent the security development function in client meetings and solution design.Contribute to statements of work, technical assessments, and proposal development.Tailor offerings based on client-specific threat landscapes and compliance obligations.Service Delivery & GovernanceOversee delivery quality, SLAs, KPIs, and risk mitigation across all engagements.Act as the senior escalation point for complex service or technical issues.Drive DevSecOps maturity and measurable improvements in secure delivery practices.Financial & Commercial ManagementDefine and manage budgets, pricing models, and profitability metrics.Monitor operational costs and optimise billable utilisation.Support strategic growth planning and resource investment across the team.What You’ll Bring10+ years in secure software development, testing, or DevSecOps.5+ years in a senior leadership or director-level role.Deep experience integrating security into development pipelines at scale.Strong knowledge of secure SDLC, application security tooling, and secure architecture.Commercial experience supporting pre-sales and service design.Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.Strong track record in budget ownership and operational leadership.Relevant certifications (e.g. CISSP, CISM, CSSLP, CEH).Ability to gain Security Clearance (SC).If you're ready to lead and evolve secure development practices within a major security services provider — and want to make a lasting impact — we encourage you to apply.

Created: 2025-08-05