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Data Security Lead
Cyber Resilience – Data Security Service Lead
Joining Arup
Arup’s purpose, shared values, and collaborative approach have distinguished us for over 75 years, shaping a better world. The Cyber Resilience team—comprising Data Security, Identity & Access Management, Security Engineering, IAM Administration, and Privileged Access Management—works alongside Security Operations, Governance, and Risk & Compliance to protect Arup’s platforms, information, and data.
The Opportunity
At Arup, you’ll be part of an extraordinary collective where individuality thrives. Our diversity of experiences, perspectives, and ideas fosters collaboration and meaning—improving not just your career but also the work of Arup, its members, and the communities we serve.
As the Data Security Service Lead, your role is pivotal:
- Stand up Arup’s new Data Security service, defining its vision, operating model, roadmap, and measures of success.
- Build and manage the team, establishing clear governance.
- Work closely with cyber peers to embed data protection across Arup’s operations and projects.
- Provide single-point ownership for data security outcomes by formulating and implementing a Data Security Plan into sustained delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Own and deliver the Data Security Service, including:
- Vision & roadmap
- Operating model
- Success measures
- Translate the Data Security Plan into a prioritised multi-year roadmap, covering:
- Governance, data classification
- DLP (Data Loss Prevention)
- Encryption, monitoring, and resilience
- Operate at both strategic and operational levels, turning strategy into sustained delivery.
- Collaborate with senior stakeholders and technical teams to:
- Shape data security priorities
- Advise on complex data risks
- Track progress
- Continuously improve data protection across its lifecycle
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Is This Role Right for You?
You must have:
✔ Deep expertise in data security, including:
- Data classification
- DLP (Data Loss Prevention)
- Encryption, and data lifecycle protection
✔ Strong understanding of industry standards and frameworks, such as:
- ISO/IEC 27001
- NIST CSF
- CIS Controls
✔ Proven experience owning/leading a global or enterprise-scale security service—or related capability.
✔ Aptitude for strategic and operational execution, ensuring consistent delivery.
✔ Exceptional stakeholder management skills—ability to influence senior leaders and technical teams.
What We Offer You
At Arup, we invest in your success—because success is our shared legacy.
Our Reward Package
- Competitive, fair, and equitable pay, aligned with contributions.
- Profit Share scheme—profit distribution based on Arup’s financial performance.
- Diverse benefits supporting health, wellbeing, and career growth:
- Private medical insurance
- Life assurance & income protection
- Flexible benefits for personal and family needs
- ** Lilly-funded learning programs** and mentorship opportunities
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- Collaborative environment: Arup is a member-owned trust, granting members the freedom to define projects aligned with our purpose.
Different People, Shared Values
Arup is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, celebrating and nurturing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, including:
- Age (within legal limits)
- Gender identity/expression
- Marital status
- Disability
- Neurotype/mental health
- Race/ethnicity
- Faith/belief
- Sexual orientation
- Socioeconomic background
- Family/pregnancy leave status
Our employee networks uphold our commitment to inclusivity, covering:
- Race, culture, cross-cultural working
- Gender equity
- LGBTQ+ inclusion
- Disability advocacy
To perform essential functions, we welcome reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. Please contact us if you require support.
Next Steps
Learn what to expect from our streamlined application process on our Careers page.
⚠️ Security Reminder: Arup will never request payments or bank details during recruitment.
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