Head of Cyber Security

London

Enfield – Hybrid (2 days per week in office)

£60 – £80k + Benefits, Permanent

Part of an ambitious digital, data and AI strategy in public services. The Head of Cyber Security will lead an organisation-wide approach to Cyber and Data protection at a time of transformation. This is a senior leadership role for an experienced professional who can combine technical authority with strategic influence.

About the role:

  • Lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of the cyber security framework.
  • Shape approach to cyber security across systems, services and solutions.
  • Manage an in-house cyber security team including key suppliers and partners.
  • Oversee readiness for cyber incidents and lead the response to major technical security events.
  • Embed cyber security into business continuity, risk management, procurement, and major change programmes.
  • Maintain compliance with major frameworks and standards including PSN, PCI-DSS, DPA, GDPR and ISO27001.
  • Manage budgets, contribute to business cases and ensure value for money.

About you:

  • Experience leading a cyber security function in a large and complex organisation.
  • Cyber security risk management, security frameworks, service management and incident response at scale.
  • Track record of leading and developing high performing cyber security teams.
  • End to end experience of managing major cyber security incidents.
  • Deep knowledge of government security standards, ISO27001, PCI DSS etc.

Qualifications

At least one of the following (or an equivalent qualification):

  • CISSP
  • CISM
  • CRISC

This is a exciting time to join our client and lead an established Cyber Security Team, driving continuous improvement across this complex estate.

To apply please send your CV in the first instance.