Chief Security Office (CSO) Corporate Security Regional Head United Kingdom, Ireland, Middle East, Africa and Russia (UKI MEAR)

Job Overview

Deutsche Bank is seeking a Chief Security Office (CSO) Corporate Security Regional Head for the United Kingdom, Ireland, Middle East, Africa, and Russia (UKI MEAR) region. This senior leadership role is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of corporate security across a critical international region, ensuring the protection of assets, personnel, and information.

Company Overview

Deutsche Bank is the leading German bank with strong European roots and a global network. The bank focuses on its strengths in a Corporate Bank newly created in 2019, a leading Private Bank, a focused investment bank and in asset management. We provide financial services to companies, governments, institutional investors, small and medium-sized businesses and private individuals. Deutsche Bank was founded in 1870 to accompany German businesses into the world, and has worked across borders ever since.

Quick Details

• Salary Range: Market Competitive
• Job Type: Full-time
• Qualifications: None / Open to all applicants
• Experience: 10 Year+

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage corporate security operations across the UKI MEAR region.
• Develop and implement comprehensive security strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Oversee threat intelligence, conduct risk assessments, and manage incident response.
• Manage regional security teams and foster collaboration with global security functions.
• Ensure stringent compliance with all relevant security regulations and industry standards.
• Provide strategic security advice and guidance to regional leadership and key stakeholders.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in corporate security leadership roles, preferably within financial services.
• Proven track record in successfully managing complex security operations across multiple geographies.
• Strong understanding of physical security, cyber security, business continuity, and investigative practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to navigate complex regulatory landscapes and perform effectively under pressure.
• Relevant professional certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CPP) are highly desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead critical security functions in a global financial institution.
• Work in a dynamic, challenging, and international environment.
• Significant professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Access to a global network of security professionals and extensive resources.
• Contribution to protecting a leading European bank’s operations and reputation.