InformationSecurityLead(GRC,Standards&Assurance)

Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place. Smiths Detection is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security. Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security. This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day. Roles & Responsibilities * Own and continuously improve information security policies, standards, and control frameworks, ensuring they remain relevant and effective. * Align and map security controls to regulatory requirements and industry frameworks, maintaining strong governance coverage. * Lead risk assessments, define pragmatic treatment plans, and drive remediation actions based on business impact and priority. * Partner closely with first and second lines of defence to support audit readiness, assurance activities, and compliance obligations. * Provide clear, ongoing assurance on the effectiveness of controls, identifying gaps and driving meaningful improvements. * Work in close coordination with Enterprise Architecture and Cyber teams to ensure security is embedded in design and delivery. * Oversee and track control exceptions, risk acceptances, and remediation actions through to completion. * Support separation activities and Day‑1 readiness by ensuring required controls and evidence are in place. * Operate with a high degree of independence, managing competing priorities while conf