Cyber Security Lead — National Services & Assurance

NHS England; Leeds, Exeter; On-site; GBP 87,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRP payment 30% per annum

Job summary

NHS England’s Cyber Operations house the cyber security services that protect the NHS. The Security Lead oversees the SIO portfolio, driving delivery, performance and continual improvement across national cyber security services.

You will work with service owners, technical teams and NHS organisations to manage risks and enhance resilience. The role requires strong leadership, a focus on governance, and the delivery of meaningful assurance to senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, delivery, performance management and continual improvement of assigned SIO cyber security services
• Provide specialist cyber security advice, assurance and constructive challenge to support risk management and effective decision-making
• Work with service owners, technical teams and NHS organisations to identify, assess, manage and remediate cyber security risks
• Monitor service performance, risks and dependencies, producing meaningful metrics, reports and assurance updates for senior leaders and governance forums
• Manage relationships with suppliers and service providers, addressing performance issues, risks and dependencies to support effective service delivery
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across NHS England and the wider health and care system
• Support NHS organisations to improve their cyber resilience, strengthen security practices and maximise the value of nationally provided cyber services
• Identify opportunities to improve service effectiveness, user experience and operational resilience across the SIO portfolio
• Deputise for the Head of SIO as required, providing leadership and supporting the effective management of the wider portfolio
• Line manage and develop team members, setting objectives, monitoring performance and supporting professional development
• Contribute to the delivery and improvement of wider national cyber security services, adapting to changing priorities across the portfolio

Job description

NHS England’s Cyber Operations house the cyber security services that protect the NHS. The Security Lead oversees the SIO portfolio, driving delivery, performance and continual improvement across national cyber security services.

You will work with service owners, technical teams and NHS organisations to manage risks and enhance resilience. The role requires strong leadership, a focus on governance, and the delivery of meaningful assurance to senior stakeholders.