VP Cyber Defence & Strategic Operations

This role is base in our Howick Place London office.

The Information Security (Info Sec) team at Informa is dedicated to protecting the organisations information assets and ensuring the confidentiality integrity and availability of data. The team is responsible for implementing and maintaining robust security measures policies and procedures to safeguard against cyber threats and vulnerabilities. The Info Sec team works collaboratively with various departments across the organisation to embed security practices and awareness ensuring that security is an integral part of Informas business operations.

As a key member of Informas Information Security leadership team you will be responsible for driving the strategic direction and operational excellence of the companys cyber defence capabilities. This role leads the global Security Operations Centre (SOC) ensuring robust threat detection incident response and continuous monitoring to protect Informas digital assets and operations.

As the VP you will also play a pivotal role in supporting mergers and acquisitions (M&A) from a cybersecurity perspective leading due diligence identifying integration risks and ensuring secure onboarding of acquired entities.

Additionally in this role you will provide executive oversight to the Head of Information Security - APAC aligning regional initiatives with global security standards while addressing local regulatory and threat landscapes.

Key Areas of Responsibility/Accountability

• Security Operations Centre (SOC):
• Leadership and Management:
  Oversee the daily operations of Informas SOC ensuring the effective monitoring detection and response to security incidents. Lead a team of security analysts and engineers providing guidance mentorship and performance management.
• Incident Response:
  Develop and implement incident response protocols and procedures to ensure timely and effective handling of security incidents. Coordinate with other departments and external partners to manage and mitigate security threats.
• Threat Intelligence:
  Utilise threat intelligence to proactively identify and address potential security risks. Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity trends and threats to ensure Informas SOC remains at the forefront of security operations.
• Security Technologies:
  Implement and maintain security technologies and processes to protect Informas digital assets. Evaluate and recommend new security tools and technologies to enhance SOC capabilities.
• Compliance and Reporting:
  Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards. Prepare and present regular reports on SOC activities incident trends and overall security posture to senior management.
• Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A): Manage the information security aspects of M&A activities including due diligence risk assessment and integration planning. Ensure that security considerations are integrated into the M&A process to protect Informas interests.
• APAC Information Security: Provide oversight and support to the Head of Information Security - APAC ensuring alignment with Informas global security strategy. Coordinate regional security initiatives and ensure compliance with local regulations and standards.

Key Outputs and Outcomes

• Security Operations Centre (SOC):
• Strengthen business engagement and Info Sec value through proactive threat intelligence and incident response.
• Improve decision-making efficiency and outcomes by providing timely and accurate security reports.
• Enhance reporting cycles and quality to ensure senior management is well-informed about security posture.
• Work closely with the Director of Information Security Portfolio & Programmes and lead the delivery of SOC projects with excellence ensuring effective monitoring and response to security incidents.
• Optimise resource allocation and demand management within the SOC to maintain high operational efficiency.
• Drive data-driven decision-making through metrics reporting on SOC activities.
• Ensure successful realisation of the Info Sec vision by maintaining a robust and effective SOC.

• Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A):
• Strengthen business engagement by embedding cybersecurity risk management into all phases of M&A activity from due diligence through to post-acquisition oversight.
• Support informed decision-making by delivering clear timely and actionable risk assessments tailored to the business context of each transaction.
• Enhance reporting quality and cadence to ensure stakeholders are fully informed of cyber risks and mitigation strategies throughout the M&A lifecycle.
• Lead the delivery of M&A-related security initiatives ensuring appropriate controls are implemented whether through full integration or ongoing operational oversight.
• Optimise resource planning and prioritisation to support efficient execution of M&A security activities across multiple concurrent deals.
• Drive data-informed decision-making through consistent metrics and insights on M&A-related cyber risk posture.
• Safeguard Informas strategic and commercial interests by…