Security Development & Test Director Location: London (remote-first, travel to client site a few times a month) Salary: Up to £135,000 (depending on experience) + 20% Bonus + Car Allowance

A leading security function is seeking a Security Development and Test Director to drive the strategy and execution of secure software development, DevSecOps integration, and security testing across a portfolio of high-impact programmes. This is a key leadership role for a technically credible professional who can influence architecture, shape delivery, and build security into every phase of the development lifecycle.

You will work closely with engineering, architecture, and client-facing teams to embed secure-by-design principles, lead tooling and automation strategy, and ensure consistent delivery of secure, compliant, and high-quality software systems.

Key Responsibilities Strategic & Technical Leadership Lead secure development and testing strategy across complex environments. Integrate security into CI/CD pipelines through SAST, DAST, SCA, container scanning, and automated policy enforcement. Establish and govern secure architecture standards aligned to industry frameworks (e.g. NIST, OWASP, ISO 27001). Cha...