Head of Cyber Security - Bicester

South Central Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust; Bicester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Bicester is seeking a Head of Cyber Security to lead the Cyber Security Team. This role focuses on safeguarding information and managing cyber threats, offering continuous professional development and a comprehensive benefits package. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership and cyber security expertise. Hybrid working is accepted, with a base in Bicester.

Benefits

Holiday entitlement of 27-33 days

NHS Pension Scheme

Professional development opportunities

Occupational Health support

Qualifications

• Proven track record in management and leadership.
• Strong understanding of cyber security policies and best practices.
• Ability to develop junior staff members in their careers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Cyber Security Team responsible for safeguarding information and assets.
• Develop, implement, and oversee the Trust's cyber security strategies.
• Maintain measures to prevent unauthorized data theft and service interruptions.

Skills

Leadership

Cyber Security Knowledge

Communication

Organisational Skills

Stakeholder Management

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Digital Senior Leadership team at South Central Ambulance Service for a Head of Cyber Security (HCOS). We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated, and flexible individual with excellent leadership, technical, interpersonal, communication, and organisational skills to lead the Cyber Security Team responsible for safeguarding the Trust's information, physical assets, and cyber infrastructure.

Strong stakeholder relationships are vital to this role, both within the trust and with external partners. With a proven track record in management and leadership, you will provide guidance, direction, and mentorship to the team and help develop junior staff members in their careers. A focus on continuous service improvement is also important.

Hybrid working is acceptable; your main base will be Northern House, Bicester. However, the ability to attend SCAS sites as required is essential.

The Head of Cyber Security (HCOS) will develop, implement, and oversee the Trust's cyber security policies, procedures, and strategies. The post holder has operational responsibility for managing the Cyber Security team, ensuring effective measures are in place to enable the safe, effective, and efficient operation of digital systems and services.

The primary purpose of the role is to maintain measures to prevent unauthorized data theft, loss, and disclosure; minimize risks of service interruptions from malicious activities; and identify and implement new, efficient cyber security models.

The post holder will act as the Trust's expert on cyber security protection, detection, response, and recovery. They will lead strategic planning for current and future digital security solutions, review industry best practices, and stay updated on technological advancements.

The individual will lead a dynamic team to deliver an effective Cyber Security service. Responsibilities include owning and completing digital and cyber elements of the Data Security Protection Toolkit, maintaining Cyber Essentials (Plus) certification, and providing updates to senior leadership.

Benefits We Offer

• Full training and a range of courses available locally.
• Holiday entitlement of 27 days, increasing to 29 days after 5 years, and 33 days after 10 years, plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata for part-time).
• Automatic enrollment into the NHS Pension Scheme.
• Access to ongoing professional development within SCAS and the NHS.
• Occupational Health support, Employee Assistance Programme, and Health and Wellbeing Team.
• NHS discounts at over 200 stores.
• Opportunity to join staff networking groups.

Corporate Induction

We prioritize a positive onboarding experience. All new starters will attend a corporate induction held over one and a half days at our educational centers in Newbury, Bicester, or Whiteley. Specific details will be provided once your start date is confirmed. Additional training may be required following the induction.

For further details or informal visits, contact:

Name: Craig Ellis
Job Title: Chief Digital Officer
Email: [e-mail]