Director of Cyber Security & Resilience

London Metropolitan University; Greater London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Greater London seeks a Head of Cyber Security to shape and deliver a comprehensive cyber security roadmap. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership experience, strong technical skills, and the ability to influence across various levels. This pivotal role involves safeguarding institutional data while fostering a culture of security awareness among staff and students. If you are passionate about cyber security and making a lasting impact, we invite your application for this essential position. The closing date for application is 12 January 2026.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading cyber security functions in complex organizations.
• Ability to influence senior leadership and embed security best practices.
• Commitment to safeguarding confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data.

Responsibilities

• Shape and deliver the cyber security roadmap.
• Lead the development and implementation of technical controls.
• Champion digital security skills development and lead incident response.

Skills

Leadership in cyber security

Strong technical expertise

Communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Job description

An educational institution in Greater London seeks a Head of Cyber Security to shape and deliver a comprehensive cyber security roadmap. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership experience, strong technical skills, and the ability to influence across various levels. This pivotal role involves safeguarding institutional data while fostering a culture of security awareness among staff and students. If you are passionate about cyber security and making a lasting impact, we invite your application for this essential position. The closing date for application is 12 January 2026.