Regional Banner Information Security Officer (BISO)

We are looking for a Regional Banner Information Security Officer to join us, to provide senior security leadership across our Group Technology function and ensure information security is embedded in day-to-day decision making and long-term planning. Acting as a trusted partner between Information Security and the wider business, this role and its team will help Kingfisher operate securely, responsibly and with confidence as it delivers value for customers and colleagues.

This role will be based out of our B&Q Head Office just outside Southampton, with an expectation of 12 days a month in the office and travel between sites as required. What's the job?:

• Lead and manage Banner Information Security Officers across the region, providing clear direction and support.
• Act as the primary link between Information Security and Group Technology, balancing business priorities with effective risk management.
• Own and maintain the cyber risk register for Group Technology, supporting informed risk decisions and prioritisation.
• Embed "secure by design" principles across projects and solutions, identifying and tracking control weaknesses.
• Lead responses to security incidents and contribute as part of the Cyber Security Incident Response Team.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor and information security subject-matter expert.
• Provide clear, timely reporting and assurance insights to senior leaders, supporting transparency and continuous improvement.

Do you have experience in NIST standards?, * Proven, practical experience in information security or a closely related field, with leadership or people-management responsibility.

• Strong knowledge of recognised security frameworks and standards (such as ISO 27001, NIST, OWASP, PCI and NIS2).
• Ability to explain complex security topics clearly and confidently to a wide range of audiences.
• Sound judgement and decision-making skills, with a clear understanding of business-relevant security risk.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, built on trust, collaboration and integrity.

How We Work We believe in flexibility and balance. Our hybrid model blends home working for focus with time spent connecting and collaborating - whether in our offices or at offsite locations. On average, around 60% of your time will involve in-person collaboration.

We value the perspectives new team members bring and encourage you to apply - even if you don't meet 100% of the requirements.

What We Offer An inclusive environment where your potential is limited only by your imagination. We encourage new ideas, support experimentation, and strive to create a workplace where everyone can be their best self. Find out more about Diversity & Inclusion at Kingfisher here.

We also offer a competitive benefits package and plenty of opportunities to stretch and grow your career. Scroll down below to find out more about our benefits.

Diversity & Inclusion Our customers come from all walks of life - and so do we. We're committed to ensuring all colleagues, future colleagues, and applicants are treated equally, regardless of age, gender, marital or civil partnership status, ethnicity, culture, religion, belief, political opinion, disability, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation.

We're Kingfisher, A team made up of over 74,000 passionate people who bring Kingfisher - and all our other brands: B&Q, Screwfix, Brico Depot, Castorama and Koctas to life. Guided by our purpose Better Homes. Better Lives. For Everyone. We believe a better world starts with better homes, and we work every day to make that a reality. Join us and help shape the future of home improvement.