And there''s no feeling like helping people create the joy of feeling truly at home.At Dunelm, that''s what we do.Leicester based / hybrid working. We expect candidates to be at our Leicester head office, our central London Tech office, or at partners for around 3 days per week on average.On-site presence will be required to support stakeholder meetings, team meetings and programme phases such as workshops, testing, and go-live.Travel to other Dunelm sites and partner locations may be expected depending on programme needs.If you are a proactive and strategic thinker with a passion for information security, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team and help us safeguard our company''s digital assets.As our Head of Cyber Security and reporting into our CTIO, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding our company''s digital assets and ensuring the security of our information systems. This is an exciting opportunity to lead our information security strategy and make a significant impact on our organization''s growth and success. You will work closely with other Technology and company leaders to develop and implement robust security measures, while fostering a culture of security awareness across the company.Technology is playing an increasingly important role in our success, and we have ambitious investment plans to continue powering our growth through our ''people led, tech powered'' approach. You will play a critical role in maintaining and improving our security posture through this growth, helping us balancing risk with pace in delivering our ambitious plans.Lead the Cyber Security team to enhance functional capabilities and support the development of team membersDevelop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive information security strategy to protect the company''s data, systems, and networks.Lead the design and execution of security policies, standards, and procedures to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry best practices, and to reflect the latest advancements in technology in areas such as AI.Develop the next stage of our identity management strategy, and lead the resulting projects and system enhancements.Conduct regular risk assessments and vulnerability analyses to identify potential security threats and implement appropriate mitigation measures.Collaborate with IT and other departments to ensure the integration of security measures and developments into all aspects of the company''s operations and programs.Provide guidance and training to employees on information security best practices and promote a culture of security awareness.Oversee the management of security incidents and breaches, including investigation, response, and recovery efforts.Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends, technologies, and threats to proactively address emerging risks.Manage relationships with external security vendors and partners to ensure the effective delivery of security services.Manage the Security budget and investmentProven experience as a CISO or in a similar senior information security role, preferably within the retail industry.Strong knowledge of information security frameworks, standards, and best practices (e.g., Excellent understanding of network security, data protection, and risk management principles.Experience in conducting security audits, risk assessments, and incident response.Our shared values of ''act like owners'', ''keep listening and learning'', ''long term thinking'', and ''stronger together'' help ensure we are always finding better ways of doing things and spending our time focusing on what''s important.As Head of Cyber Security, you will be empowered to take the lead on all aspects of our data and information security set up, capabilities and culture. A strategic mindset with strong tactical execution capability, backed up by a balanced view of security considerations with customer, colleague and company performance considerations.External curiosity to keep connected to the fast-paced cyber security environment, including representing us on industry and regulatory groups.We recognise the value in diversity and welcome applications from all candidates regardless of sex, age, race, religion, ability, gender or sexual identity, socio-economic background or education. We are committed to making Dunelm a place where everyone can enjoy a successful career and have systems in place to support all our colleagues. We are seeking applications from candidates who share our values and celebrate diversity in all its forms.Please accept Functional Cookies to view this contentMeet John, our Chief Tech and Innovation Officer, who shares insights into the exciting things happening in tech, why Dunelm is his happy place, and his unique route into the tech world.We want our colleagues to

feel at home wherever they work,

so that they are comfortable and can be their best selves. Where hybrid working is applicable, colleagues need to

strike the right balance to fulfil both of these important factors.

You will find the right mix of being at home, in the office and out in the business, bearing in mind business needs, job role and level of responsibility.From our Wellbeing Buddies and Mental Health First Aid training to our progressive parental leave, menopause policies and Colleague Support Fund, we''re committed to supporting our colleagues in every area - and at every stage - of their lives. Through our partnership with the Retail Trust, everyone at Dunelm has free access to a 24/7 Virtual GP, as well as therapy and counselling, plus information, guidance and advice in all areas of financial, emotional and physical wellbeing.We''re continually researching new developments in packaging, materials and production methods, tapping into new data insights and keeping track of changing lifestyle trends. Together, the teams here have a direct impact on our success, creating amazing products that drive sales and delight our customers, as well as providing direction for our wide and varied range of brands.Please accept Functional Cookies to view this contentPlease accept Functional Cookies to view this contentJoin us on the tech side and you''ll have access to a huge array of learning and development opportunities, including a variety of internally created workshops and externally accredited courses. We also have a substantial tech-specific budget to fund e-Learning licenses, conference visits, resources, and qualifications, plus dedicated mentors, well-being buddies and a wide range of network groups to support you as you progress.Housewarming and Settling In

where you can find out more about the wider business, our culture, behaviours, networks and wellbeing supportOur Enterprise Leadership Programme

designed specifically for our strong growth potential Heads of Department to help them reach the next level in their careerApprenticeships opportunities

relevant to your role - from level 2 (equivalent to GCSE) through to Level 7 (equivalent to Masters)Colleague Development Fund

to support colleagues in accessing external training relevant to your roleCoaching and mentoring opportunities

to support you in your current