This is an opportunity to join Ascot Group - one of the world’s preeminent specialty risk underwriting organizations.

Designed as a modern-era company operating through an ecosystem of interconnected global operating platforms, we’re bound by a common mission and purpose: One Ascot. Our greatest strength is a talented team who flourish in a collaborative, inclusive, and entrepreneurial culture, steeped in underwriting excellence, integrity, and a passion to find a better way, The Ascot Way.

The Ascot Way guides our people and our organization. Our underwriting platforms collaborate to find creative ways to deploy our capital in a true cross-product and cross-platform approach. These platforms work as one, deploying our capital creatively through our unique Fusion Model: Client Centric, Risk Centric, Technology Centric.

Built to be resilient, Ascot maximizes client financial security while delivering bespoke products and world class service – both pre- and post-claims. Ascot exists to solve for our clients’ brightest tomorrow, through agility, collaboration, resilience, and discipline.

Job Summary:

As a key member of the cybersecurity leadership team, the Cybersecurity PMO Leader will work closely with the CISO, his leadership team and peers, to shape and drive the program vision, ensuring alignment with business objectives and providing expert guidance on cybersecurity best practices. The role involves coordinating and overseeing the execution of cybersecurity transformation projects, and business as usual activities, leveraging deep expertise in cybersecurity and IT to navigate complex technical landscapes and deliver measurable results.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive the overall strategy and execution of multiple cybersecurity programs, including but not limited to Data Security, Security Operations Centre (SOC), Infrastructure Security, Cloud Security, Identity and Access Management (IDAM), Vulnerability and Threat Management and Cybersecurity GRC.
• Engage with senior leadership and executives to provide regular program updates.
• Identify potential risks and ensure alignment with business goals.
• Communicate program vision, challenges, and solutions effectively to stakeholders of varying technical and non-technical background.
• Oversee the execution and delivery of cybersecurity initiatives from inception to completion.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, ensuring milestones are met and risks are mitigated.
• Lead and coordinate deliverables for multiple competing priorities, including audits (Internal Audit, SOC, SOX, ISO 27001) and regulatory filings (NY DFS, BMA, PRA etc.)
• Provide thought leadership across the cybersecurity portfolio.
• Offer guidance on industry best practices, standards, and emerging threats.
• Collaborate with internal teams, third-party vendors, and external partners to ensure seamless integration of security solutions across the organization.
• Work in alignment with the overall Group IT PMO processes and procedures and assist, where needed, to mature the overall PMO and delivery of projects across the group.
• Manage program budgets, cybersecurity vendor relationships, and resources effectively to ensure cybersecurity programs are delivered on time and within budget.
• Identify potential cybersecurity project risks and work proactively to mitigate them.
• Ensure compliance with internal and external security requirements.
• Maintain detailed program documentation, status reports, and risk assessments.
• Ensure transparency and facilitate informed decision-making.
  Present at various forums - including the Group Operations Committee and the Cybersecurity and Privacy Steering Committee.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience: Proven experience (15+ years) managing large-scale cybersecurity transformation programs, focusing on Data Security, SOC, Infrastructure Security, Cloud Security, and IDAM.
• Cybersecurity Expertise: Deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, technologies, and practices. Hands-on experience with security technologies is highly preferred.
• Regulatory Requirements: Strong understanding of the different regulatory requirements, such as, NY DFS, BMA, GDPR, CCPA.
• Audits and Certifications: Strong understanding of SOC 1, SOC 2, SOX, ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials.
• Program Management: Strong program management skills with a track record of leading multi-project initiatives and delivering them successfully on time and within budget.
• Executive Communication: Demonstrated ability to engage with senior executives, present program updates, and drive conversations around cybersecurity strategy and program execution.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead and motivate teams, drive consensus, and navigate complex organizational dynamics.
• IT Skills: Strong IT background with a solid understanding of technical aspects across various security domains.

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