Head of Cyber Security

NHS; Southall; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A public healthcare organization is seeking a Head of Cyber Security to lead the development and implementation of security programs. This role is crucial for ensuring compliance with public sector standards while protecting the organization from cyber threats. The successful candidate will work closely with internal teams to maintain a safe environment for staff and patients. Experience in public sector information security is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering information security in a public sector healthcare environment.
• Ability to stay updated with central requirements and compliance standards.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver an industry-leading security posture at West London NHS Trust.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare public sector standards.
• Develop and manage information security programs.

Job description

Overview

Job summary

We are looking for a Head of Cyber Security to deliver an industry leading security posture at West London NHS Trust. This is a critical role with responsibility for all aspects of Information Security. The role will ensure West London meets all public sector (particularly healthcare) compliance and standards while delivering exceptional operational performance across the business. You will work with internal teams to help maintain a safe working environment for trust staff and patients. Protecting West London from security threats and cyber risk is of paramount importance for a public sector organisation delivering critical health services, this role is pivotal to upholding security standards. You will be responsible for staying up to date with and delivering the Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPT) and other central requirements as they manifest.

Reporting to the Director of Digital Services, the Head of Cyber Security is a key member of the digital senior management team. The Head of Cyber Security is responsible for the development, direction, management and delivery of information security across the business both internally and externally. The role will encompass communications, applications and infrastructure, including policies and processes which apply across the organisation.

As Head of Cyber Security, you will lead the on-going development and implementation of a security program that involves both corporate and clinical teams.