Deputy Director for Technology, Data & AI

The Security Industry Authority (The SIA)

Location: Manchester or London (Hybrid)

Salary: £71,001-£78,800 plus Benefits

Closing date: Friday 20th March at 12:00 noon

We have an important role, contributing to public protection by the effective regulation of certain private security activities across the UK, licensing over 450,000 security personnel and raising standards of private security. The SIA is also becoming the new Martyn's Law regulator and expected to be live operationally in Spring 2027.

We are high performing, renowned for working collaboratively with the regulated security industry right across the UK. We also work closely with the Home Office, under the Security Minister's portfolio, and the devolved administrations in Scotland and Northern Ireland.

About the role

This is a rare opportunity to step into a newly created, highly influential leadership role at the heart of a national regulator with growing public profile and impact. As Deputy Director for Technology, Data & AI, you will shape how technology, data and artificial intelligence enable the SIA to protect the public, raise standards across the private security industry, and prepare for its future role as the regulator for Martyn's Law. Reporting directly to the Chief Digital & Data Officer, you will operate as a key strategic partner to the Executive team, balancing long-term transformation with the delivery of resilient, secure, user-centred services.

You will lead a multidisciplinary team across core technology operations and a newly established Data, Insights & AI function, bringing coherence to complex systems and unlocking the value of data to support intelligence-led regulation and better decision-making. This role is as much about how change is delivered as what is delivered: building inclusive, high-performing teams; working collaboratively across the organisation and with external partners; and championing the responsible, ethical use of technology and AI. For a senior digital, data or technology leader who is motivated by purpose, scale and real-world impact, this is a chance to leave a lasting legacy at a pivotal moment in the SIA's evolution.

What you will bring/Essential criteria

We are looking for a leader who can bring:

Leadership & Delivery: Proven experience leading digital, data or technology transformation at senior level, delivering complex programmes that drive measurable organisational outcomes.

Technical & Data Expertise: Strong grasp of data governance, architecture, analytics and AI, with the ability to apply Microsoft enterprise technologies to shape strategy and pragmatic solutions.

Service & Supplier Management: Demonstrated capability in managing hybrid delivery models, optimising in-house and partner teams, and ensuring high-quality, value-for-money services.

Strategic Communication: Ability to translate complex technical issues into clear, outcome-focused narratives that resonate with senior leaders and non-technical stakeholders.

Inclusive Leadership & Influence: A collaborative and inclusive leader with strong influencing skills, able to build trust, engage diverse stakeholders and foster high-performing teams.

How to apply

When applying, please ensure that you provide the following information by Friday 20th March at 12 noon

• Your CV (pdf)

• A supporting statement (pdf and of not more than 2 pages) detailing how you can address the 5 Essential criteria in this advert

• Contact telephone numbers as well as your personal email address

• A completed diversity monitoring form (this will appear on screen as part of the application process).

For an informal discussion about the role, contact our recruitment partners, GatenbySanderson: Russell Brandon at or Sarah Luxford at

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Closing date: 12 noon, Friday 20 March 2026