Head of Security Engineering(39473)

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Full Time

London

Competitive

February 26, 2026

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<div class="earcuposdescription"><div class="earcuposdescriptionnote"><h3 data-start="294" data-end="330">Location & working arrangement</h3>London or Nuneaton (UK) Full-time We offer hybrid working, with an expectation that you'll be present at one of our Holland & Barrett offices in London or Nuneaton for a minimum of 2 days per week. #LI-Hybrid<h2 data-start="553" data-end="563">Intro</h2>At Holland & Barrett, we're on a mission to make health and wellness a way of life for everyone. Behind that mission sits a complex, evolving technology landscape — spanning cloud platforms, corporate IT, retail stores and operational environments.We're looking for a strategic and visionary Head of Security Engineering to lead and evolve our end-to-end technical security capability — protecting our business from code to customer, while enabling innovation at pace.This is a pivotal leadership role with real influence across the organisation.<h2 data-start="1114" data-end="1139">What you'll be doing</h2><ul data-start="1141" data-end="1958"><li style="font-family: 'open sans', sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;" data-start="1141" data-end="1265">Define and deliver a clear, intelligence-led security strategy across cloud, applications, IT and operational technology</li><li style="font-family: 'open sans', sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;" data-start="1266" data-end="1396">Lead and develop multi-disciplinary teams across Security Engineering, Application Security, Cloud Security and IT/OT Security</li><li style="font-family: 'open sans', sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;" data-start="1397" data-end="1464">Strengthen security across AWS (primary) and Azure environments</li><li style="font-family: 'open sans', sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;" data-start="1465" data-end="1563">Champion a mature, secure software development lifecycle — from threat modelling to deployment</li><li style="font-family: 'open sans', sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;" data-start="1564" data-end="1691">Build a unified approach to securing corporate systems, retail technology, tills, handheld devices and factory environments</li><li style="font-family: 'open sans', sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;" data-start="1692" data-end="1764">Shape and embed a defence-in-depth strategy across our hybrid estate</li><li style="font-family: 'open sans', sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;" data-start="1765" data-end="1877">Partner with senior leaders and technology teams to ensure security is built into every strategic initiative</li><li style="font-family: 'open sans', sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;" data-start="1878" data-end="1958">Enable business growth while managing risk in a pragmatic, proportionate way</li></ul><h2 data-start="1965" data-end="1987">What you'll bring</h2><ul data-start="1989" data-end="2530"><li style="font-family: 'open sans', sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;" data-start="1989" data-end="2092">Significant experience in a senior security leadership role, leading high-performing security teams</li><li style="font-family: 'open sans', sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;" data-start="2093" data-end="2179">Broad expertise across cloud, application, infrastructure and operational security</li><li style="font-family: 'open sans', sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;" data-start="2180" data-end="2281">Experience securing complex hybrid environments, including modern cloud-native and legacy systems</li><li style="font-family: 'open sans', sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;" data-start="2282" data-end="2370">Strong strategic planning skills, with the ability to translate vision into delivery</li><li style="font-family: 'open sans', sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;" data-start="2371" data-end="2465">Confident communication skills, with the ability to influence at executive and board level</li><li style="font-family: 'open sans', sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;" data-start="2466" data-end="2530">A balanced, business-focused approach to risk and resilience</li></ul><h2 data-start="2537" data-end="2550">Benefits</h2><ul data-start="2552" data-end="3227"><li style="font-family: 'open sans', sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;" data-start="2552" data-end="2626">33 days holiday, including bank holidays, plus holiday purchase scheme</li><li style="font-family: 'open sans', sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;" data-start="2627" data-end="2679">Private medical insurance – Self & partner cover</li><li style="font-family: 'open sans', sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;" data-start="2680" data-end="2759">Enhanced workplace pension via salary sacrifice, with employer contribution</li><li style="font-family: 'open sans', sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;" data-start="2760" data-end="2815">Life assurance (3x salary, after 6 months' service)</li><li style="font-family: 'open sans', sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;" data-start="2816" data-end="2890">Annual bonus (subject to company and individual performance) up to 33%</li><li style="font-family: 'open sans', sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;" data-start="2891" data-end="2908">Car allowance</li><li style="font-family: 'open sans', sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;" data-start="2909" data-end="2970">£50 colleague product allowance (after 6 months' service)</li><li style="font-family: 'open sans', sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;" data-start="2971" data-end="3034">25% colleague discount, plus free delivery on online orders</li><li style="font-family: 'open sans', sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;" data-start="3035" data-end="3111">Free Wellhub membership and discounted access to gyms and wellbeing apps</li><li style="font-family: 'open sans', sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;" data-start="3112" data-end="3202">24/7 Virtual GP access and annual at-home health testing kit (after 6 months' service)</li><li style="font-family: 'open sans', sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;" data-start="3203" data-end="3227">Cycle to Work scheme</li></ul><h2 data-start="3234" data-end="3253">Call to action</h2>If you're ready to shape the future of security in a business that blends heritage with modern ambition, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help us build a secure, resilient foundation for the next chapter of Holland & Barrett.<h2 data-start="3498" data-end="3526">About Holland & Barrett</h2>For over 150 years, we've been trusted to support people on their wellness journeys. Today, we serve millions of customers across the UK and internationally, combining science-led expertise with accessible, personalised advice. We're proud of our heritage — and excited about what's next.<h2 data-start="3823" data-end="3863">Inclusion & accessibility statement</h2>At Holland & Barrett, we value difference and are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know — we're here to help.#LI-CF1</div></div>

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