Director, IT Security Third Party Monitor & Compliance

Lead the set-up, development, and management of the new Third-Party Security Monitoring team, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement. Drive the operationalisation and continuous monitoring of critical Third-Party supplier security obligations, ensuring compliance with CLS security requirements and Customer Security Document standards. Operate the monitoring regime to ensure third parties have clear remediation plans for non-compliance areas, while reviewing supplier security processes and documentation to align with CLS standards and regulatory expectations. Establish and operate governance processes with supporting metrics and performance indicators. Liaise extensively with internal stakeholders including IT Security, Procurement, Legal, and Risk, alongside critical Third-Party suppliers to drive effective security oversight and compliance. Oversee the Critical Third-Party Supplier Security Monitoring transformation programs, implementing robust monitoring solutions that establish a strong foundation for the IT Security Function.