Head of Cyber Security

The University of Westminster; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Cyber Security to lead their growing Cyber Security team. This full-time role involves ensuring the safety and security of key systems and data, implementing best practices, and driving the University's security strategy. You'll collaborate with internal and external teams to manage incidents and foster a culture of security awareness. Join a dynamic and innovative environment, where your expertise will contribute to a safer digital landscape for a diverse community of students and staff. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Extensive benefits package

Flexible working options

Supportive work environment

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading cyber security in a complex IT environment.
• Strong understanding of best practice standards like Cyber Essentials and ISO27001.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Cyber Security capability and ensure secure access to key systems.
• Drive implementation of zero-trust architecture and manage incidents effectively.

Skills

Cyber Security Leadership

ISO27001 Standards

GDPR Compliance

Vulnerability Management

Stakeholder Communication

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Cyber Essentials

Incident Management Tools

Job description

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This post is full time and permanent, working 35 hours per week

Information Systems and Support at University of Westminster delivers a comprehensive portfolio of ICT services to the University's user community of 20,000 students and staff across our London campuses.

Our team is growing as we further develop our digital environment and as part of this we are looking to expand and develop the ISS Team, with more than £40 million investment planned over the next 5 years. Join us and become part of a dynamic, growing and innovative team.

As Head of Cyber Security, you will lead our growing Cyber Security capability and play a pivotal role in ensuring the University community has practical, safe and secure access to key systems, services and data, delivering security risk management, threat detection, policies, compliance and assurance, and security architecture, addressing current and future needs of the University.

Alongside driving the University's implementation of zero-trust architecture, you will be responsible for our ongoing Cyber Essentials implementation, and our overall security strategy, working closely with our outsourced 24/7 SOC and internal technical teams to ensure any incidents are managed effectively.

Experience

• Proven experience leading cyber security within a complex IT environment

• Strong understanding of best practice standards such as Cyber Essentials and ISO27001

• Knowledge and experience using information and security legislation to enable business outcomes (GDPR, FOI, PCI-DSS)

• Knowledge of modern technology security practices around operations, services, infrastructure, hosting and platforms, and open-source technology

• Experience delivering systems and security designs and decisions at pace while setting service and development standards; leading the development and implementation of digital security skills best practices

• Knowledge and experience with vulnerability management, incident management & response, secure development techniques and approaches; establishing and maintaining clear and measurable Cyber Security strategic plans, budgets and targets

• Strong stakeholder experience, with an ability to build strong relationships across all levels of the organisations, and externally, and communicate with non-technical audiences

The University of Westminster offer a stimulating and rewarding working environment for all our staff and offer an extensive benefits package.

To apply, please follow the link below and upload your current CV to HAYS in the first instance (No cover letter required).

Head of Cyber Security | IT job opportunities with The University of Westminster | Hays UK

Please do not submit your application through our careers page.

Candidates who meet the criteria will be contacted for further discussion and to progress their application.

Further information can be found in the job description and person specification, which can be accessed through the attachment below.

At the University of Westminster, diversity, inclusion and equality of opportunity are at the core of how we engage with students, colleagues, applicants, visitors and all our stakeholders.

The University has adopted Smart Working principles to support and further our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion aims of being an inclusive, collaborative and flexible employer. Further details of Smart Working can be discussed at interview stage.

We are fully committed to enabling a supportive and safe learning and working environment which is equitable, diverse and inclusive, is based on mutual respect and trust, and in which harassment and discrimination are neither tolerated nor acceptable.

Closing date: midnight on 15 May 2025

Interviews are likely to be held on: 28 May 2025

Administrative contact (for queries only): [e-mail]