Head of Information Security

We’re looking for a highly technical Head of Information Security to build and lead a modern, engineering-led security function. This is a hands-on role by design: you’ll shape and deliver security through code, automation, and pragmatic technical controls - this is not a governance-first role. We’re looking for someone who can drive end to end change.

You’ll run a lean, high-impact team and work closely with engineering and product to embed security into how we build, ship, and operate. You’re excited by AI-driven security, continuous improvement, and treating security as a craft.

What you’ll do

• Design, build and implement technical security controls across cloud, application, and data platforms

• Embed and integrate security into SDLC, CI/CD, and platform engineering practices

• Use AI and automation to improve detection, prevention, and response

• Lead incident response and threat modelling with a practical, engineering first mindset

• Build and mentor a small, highly capable security team

What we’re looking for

• Deep technical background in modern security engineering (cloud, application, infrastructure)

• A strong builder mindset : you write code, automate, and remove friction

• Experience running lean teams with high ownership and high trust

• Curiosity and enthusiasm for applying AI to real security problems

• High bar for quality, simplicity, and well-crafted solutions

We believe great work deserves great rewards. Here’s just a taste:We believe great work deserves great rewards. Here’s just a taste:

• Competitive salary + annual bonus or commission (role dependent)

• Health, well-being and learning support

• Gym membership, Smart Tech Scheme and Cycle Scheme

• Birthday/Special day leave

• Employee Share Programme

• Buy & sell holiday scheme

• 1 week’s paid charity leave and much more!

About us

We’re Checkatrade – the UK’s leading platform for finding a tradesperson. With more than 50,000 trades listed and over 6 million reviews, we help homeowners get jobs done right and help tradespeople grow their business.

We’re growing fast, with big plans to become the go-to brand for home improvements. If you care about great work, take pride in the details, and want to make an impact, you’ll fit right in.