Sr Director Product Security – Cybersecurity

Google Chrome Microsoft Edge Apple Safari Mozilla Firefox Sr Director Product Security – Cybersecurity Full-timeCareer Site Team: Technology Compensation: GBP 99700 - GBP 160000 - yearlyCompany DescriptionThe Product Security team at NielsenIQ is dedicated to enhancing business application security and making product teams accountable throughout the software development lifecycle. It not only protects NIQ revenue, it also enables revenue generation through faster delivery of higher quality and more secure NIQ products.  NielsenIQ is recruiting a Senior Director of Product Security to further bolster and mature its product security programs. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and driving the rollout of maturing security capabilities and practises across all geographies and business units. As the Senior Director of Product Security will be responsible for leading and driving the implementation of the product security strategy for NielsenIQ. This role will ensure that the highest standards of security are integrated into all product engineering processes, from inception to deployment and maintenance. You will oversee product security capabilities within a multi-national matrixed environment. This position will involve working closely with Cybersecurity and Engineering leaders, as well as business units, technical and non-technical stakeholders, educating them and driving the adoption and maturity of the NIQ’s Product & Application Security programs. Job DescriptionDefine and drive the implementation of the strategy in line with the Product Security Mission & Vision. Manage a large team of product security engineers across multiple workstreams, following agile/lean processes. Collaborate with Cybersecurity leadership team to support delivery of its strategic initiatives. Work with and influence product and engineering leaders to ensure that products are secure on delivery and implement provided security capabilities. Proactively manage the delivery of enhancements to Product Security services / capabilities.  Report on security key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive improvements across engineering teams’ security posture. Educate peers and be an advocate for a Secure-by-Design product engineering culture. QualificationsExperience moving security function from a gatekeeper to a business enabler capacity. Proven track record with leading security initiatives from concept to production Experience leading product/application security team Working experience in application security in either a “builder”, “defender” or “breaker” capacity Working experience of modern DevSecOps tools and processes. Self-starter, technology and security hobbyist, enthusiast Lifelong learner with endless curiosity Bonus Points if you: Leadership style that blends constructive change with collaboration. Ability to combine ideas/concepts into value-add propositions Ability to translate technical details into clear, actionable guidance for any audience. Ability to think like a hacker. Demonstrated engagement in security conferences, training, learning, associations is highly desired and fully supported. Additional InformationEnjoy a flexible and rewarding work environment with peer-to-peer recognition platforms.  Recharge and revitalize with help of wellness plans made for you and your family.  Plan your future with financial wellness tools.  Stay relevant and upskill yourself with career development opportunities.  Our BenefitsFlexible working environmentVolunteer time offLinkedIn LearningEmployee-Assistance-Program (EAP)NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support, and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job-related criteria. All...