Head of Cyber Programme & Delivery

Aviva; Bristol; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the financial services sector is seeking a Head of Cyber Programme & Delivery to manage its Cyber Security portfolio. In this senior role, you'll define and deliver cyber security change programmes, coordinating efforts across multiple business teams. Ideal candidates will bring extensive programme management experience and leadership skills to drive significant security transformation initiatives.

Benefits

Bonus opportunity – 25% of annual salary

Generous pension scheme with up to 14% contribution

29 days holiday plus bank holidays

Up to 40% discount on Aviva products

Up to £1,200 of free Aviva shares per year

Flexible benefits including sustainability options

Paid volunteering days

Wellbeing support and tools

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in programme management with a strong track record in managing security change initiatives.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills to identify security risks.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery and execution of all Cyber Security change work.
• Lead and inspire a diverse team of security professionals.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to prioritize and manage cybersecurity projects.

Skills

Leadership

Program Management

Change Management

Problem-solving

Analytical Skills

Communication

Job description

Head of Cyber Programme & Delivery

National: £110,000 - £140,000 / London: £120,000 - £160,000

The Head of Cyber Programme & Delivery is responsible for maintaining the Cyber Security team's portfolio of work and ensuring the interlocking of delivery between the Cyber Security team and other business teams. This role oversees the delivery and execution of all Cyber Security change work, defining and delivering cyber security change programmes, and managing the delivery of security services into business change projects.

A bit about the job:

We are seeking a highly experienced individual to join our Group Cyber Security leadership team as the Head of Cyber Programme & Delivery. Reporting directly to the Group CISO, you will be responsible for maintaining the Cyber Security team's portfolio of work and ensuring the interlocking of delivery between the Cyber Security team and other business teams. Your role will involve overseeing the delivery and execution of all Cyber Security change work, defining and delivering cyber security change programmes, and managing the delivery of security services into business change projects.

• Lead and inspire a diverse team of security and project management professionals
• Own the delivery of the security transformation and change portfolio
• Coordinate with security, technology, and business stakeholders to prioritise and evangelise programmes. Oversee the planning, scheduling, execution, and delivery of cybersecurity projects
• Maintain a comprehensive cyber transformation strategy and multi-year roadmap
• Interlock the engagement of cyber security resources in business change projects. Lead cyber security M&A due diligence and integration activity

Skills and experience we’re looking for:

• Proven leadership and team management skills
• Extensive experience in programme management, including planning, executing, and delivering complex projects
• Strong track record in managing security change initiatives and driving continuous improvement
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and strategic skills to identify and mitigate security risks effectively. Strong communication and collaboration skills, with a proven track record of partnering with senior stakeholders
• Experience with regulatory compliance and ensuring that security practices meet industry standards and legal requirements

What you’ll get for this role:

Our purpose - with you today, for a better tomorrow – is a promise we make to our colleagues too. And one of the ways we live up to that promise is by investing in you. We have so much to offer when it comes to being an Aviva colleague.

• National salary £110,000 - £140,000 and London salary £120,000 - £160,000 (depending on location, skills, experience, and qualifications)
• Bonus opportunity – 25% of annual salary Actual amount depends on your performance and Aviva’s.
• Generous pension scheme - Aviva will contribute up to 14%, depending on what you put in.
• 29 days holiday plus bank holidays, and you can choose to buy or sell up to 5 days
• Make your money go further - Up to 40% discount on Aviva products, and other retailer discounts
• Up to £1,200 of free Aviva shares per year through our Matching Share Plan and share in the success of Aviva with our Save As You Earn scheme
• Brilliantly supportive policies including parental and carer’s leave
• Flexible benefits to suit you, including sustainability options such as cycle to work
• Make a difference, be part of our Aviva Communities and use your 3 paid volunteering days to help others
• We take your wellbeing seriously with lots of support and tools

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Aviva is for everyone:

We’re inclusive and welcome everyone – we want applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Excited but not sure you tick every box? Even if you don’t, we would still encourage you to apply. We also consider all forms of flexible working, including part time and job shares.

We flex locations, hours and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you. Most of our people are smart working – spending around 50% of their time in our offices every week - combining the benefits of flexibility, with time together with colleagues.

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