Head Cyber Security Technology

SSE Enterprise; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Hampshire is seeking an experienced Head of Cyber Security Technology to lead the IT and operational technology security strategies across the Group. The ideal candidate will have extensive expertise in enterprise security architecture and a deep understanding of various security domains, including application and network security. This role offers flexible benefits and a commitment to inclusivity in the workplace.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Gym memberships

Free online GP

24/7 counselling service

Interest-free loans for tech

Cycle to Work scheme

Generous family entitlements

Qualifications

• Proven experience in enterprise security architecture.
• Deep experience in defining Secure by Design and Secure by Default.
• Understanding of network security, OT and IT security, and application security.
• Effective communication skills for complex security concepts.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain cyber security architecture for the Group.
• Lead IT security risk position and assurance engagement.
• Manage security tooling roadmap and update technical strategies.
• Enhance cyber resilience capability across Business Units.

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Hampshire, United Kingdom

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12.08.2025

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Job Description:

Head Cyber Security Technology

• Job Number: 554593
• Closing at: Aug 17 2025 - 23:55 BST

Salary: £Competitive + car allowance, performance related bonus and a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | options available

The role

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Head of Cyber Security Technology who will work across the SSE Group and deputise for the Group Chief Information Security Officer. The role holder will lead a small team to drive IT and OT cyber security strategic direction and define and govern enterprise security architecture and will be the technical cyber security authority for the Group while also leading the Group wide IT security risk position working closely with Group IT.

You will

• Develop and maintain the enterprise cyber security architecture for the Group including development of enterprise architecture standards and patterns that address the requirements of both IT and OT that aligns with industry standards, regulatory requirements and best practice in support of high risk and critical programmes and projects.
• Lead IT security risk position and lead consulting and assurance engagement into Group IT products and services. This includes overseeing the IT security risk position and mitigation planning. Management and challenge of security assurance to critical IT security projects and programmes.
• Lead SSE’s Secure by Design approach and provide technical expertise and support for the development and implementation of cyber security policies and architecture standards and patterns.
• Define and manage a security tooling roadmap to ensure the implementation of effective security controls and technologies and regularly update cyber security technical strategies including emerging innovation and technological advancements.
• Establish and enhance a cyber resilience capability and exercising capability working with all of the Business Units and the Group wide resilience function including working with the National Energy System Operator on cyber resilience.

You have

• Enterprise security architecture expertise and ability to understand and advise on the strategic direction for cyber security in IT and OT implementations advising programmes and projects with pragmatic best practice advice.
• Deep experience in defining and driving Secure by Design and Secure by Default in order to design and implement security architectures that align with business goals and objectives including creating security standards, and procedures.
• A deep understanding of network security, OT and IT security, application security, identity management, cloud security, and endpoint security including knowledge of firewalls, intrusion detection systems, encryption, and other security technologies and industry standards and frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and IEC 62443.
• Effective communication skills so that you can explain complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders and for collaborating with other IT and engineering professionals and experience in interacting with C level executives.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make informed decisions under pressure.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're building the world's largest offshore wind farm. Transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline.

Our IT division powers growth across all SSE business areas by making sure we have the systems, software and security needed to take the lead in a low carbon world. They provide expertise, advice and day-to-day support in emerging technologies, data and analytics, cyber security and more.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.