The UK Interim CISO Market
The interim CISO market in the UK has grown as companies face increasing cyber threats, regulatory requirements, and the need for experienced security leadership. Interim CISOs provide immediate expertise during critical security situations.
Unlike fractional CISO roles, interim positions are typically full-time assignments lasting 6-12 months, ideal for post-breach recovery or major security transformations.
When Companies Need Interim CISOs
- Incident response - Post-breach recovery and remediation
- Compliance programmes - ISO 27001, SOC 2, FCA requirements
- Security transformation - Modernising security posture
- M&A due diligence - Security assessment and integration
- Leadership gaps - Covering departures during recruitment
