Head of Information Security
| Posting date: | 21 March 2025 |
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| Salary: | £67,126 to £77,813 per year |
| Additional salary information: | National - £67,126 - £71,795 London - £71,730 - £77,813 - Offers above the band minimum are subject to our assessment of your skills and experience as demonstrated at interview. Salaries over the band minimum will be paid as a non-pensionable allowance. |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 April 2025 |
| Location: | Glasgow |
| Company: | Government Recruitment Service |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 397364/2 |
Summary
We are the Cabinet Office’s cyber security team, and our mission is to secure the department against cyber threats. We protect our nationwide internal IT infrastructure, and high-profile citizen-facing digital services such as GOV.UK.
The Head of Information Security is responsible for defining and operating the information security risk management strategy, framework and processes across Cabinet Office. This role requires a deep understanding of information security risk management and regulations, with a strong background in technology.
This position requires a candidate with the ability to think strategically, communicate effectively, and execute with precision. The successful candidate will have a passion for security and be able to lead a team of experts in this field.
As the Head of Information Security, you will:
- Develop and execute the Department's information security strategy and operating model, governing the way the Department identifies, mitigates and manages its information security risks;
- Develop and operate the Department’s information security management system;
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the information security function, encompassing cyber security governance, risk management, compliance, and assurance functions;
- Communicate regularly with senior leadership and stakeholders about the organisation's security posture, threat landscape, and risk management efforts;
- Act as a subject matter expert on information security matters, both internally and externally, and keep abreast of industry developments and emerging threats;
- Hire, train, and manage a team of information security professionals, ensuring that they have the necessary skills and resources to perform their jobs effectively;
- Work closely with other functions and cross-Government partners to ensure that information security policies and procedures are integrated into the Department’s business processes.
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