Security Culture, Education & Awareness Team Lead

Sellafield; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus up to 10-15%

Defined contribution pension scheme

30 days annual leave + bank holidays +

Cycle to Work Scheme

Learning & Development opportunities

Job summary

Sellafield Ltd is seeking a leader to drive cyber security culture, education and awareness across the organisation. You will embed secure behaviours, reduce human-related cyber risk, and align with CAF and regulatory requirements.

Responsible for capacity planning, capability development, and collaboration with HR, Training, Communications and unions to deliver enterprise-wide outcomes. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence senior stakeholders is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading cyber security awareness, education, or behavioural change programmes.
• Strong understanding of cyber security principles, particularly human factors and risk mitigation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Experience in designing and delivering training and awareness content across varied formats.

Responsibilities

• Own and deliver the Cyber Security Culture, Education & Awareness Strategy, aligned to CAF Objective B and the broader Cyber Security strategy.
• Lead the development and implementation of a Cyber Security Capability Plan focused on behavioural change, education, and awareness.
• Define and maintain a career pathway and competency framework for the Security Culture, Education & Awareness (SCEA) capability.
• Lead the creation and development of the SCEA capability, including talent pipeline strategy.
• Collaborate with HR, Training, Communications, and Unions to embed cyber awareness into organisational learning and development programmes.
• Oversee the evaluation of education and awareness programmes to ensure effectiveness and alignment with business needs.

Skills

Cyber security

Behavioural change

Education & awareness

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory frameworks

NCSC CAF

Leadership

People management

Education

Degree in Cyber Security or related field

MSc or equivalent qualification in a relevant field

Tools

SANS Security Awareness

SSCP

Job description

At Sellafield Ltd, we are harnessing our expertise; bringing together world‑class skills and innovative technology to solve complex nuclear, infrastructure, and engineering challenges. By joining Sellafield Ltd, you join an amazing team of people, from all walks of life, where you can thrive in a connected, considerate culture of innovation, collaboration, and community; and play a significant part in the UK’s sustainable nuclear future.

To lead the development and implementation of a strategic approach to cyber security culture, education, and awareness across Sellafield Ltd. The role will be responsible for embedding secure behaviours, reducing human-related cyber risk, and ensuring alignment with regulatory frameworks such as the Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF). This includes owning the strategic direction for cultural transformation, leading capability development, and working collaboratively across Cyber Security, HR, Training, and Communications to deliver enterprise-wide outcomes.

Principal Accountabilities

• Own and deliver the Cyber Security Culture, Education & Awareness Strategy, aligned to CAF Objective B and the broader Cyber Security strategy.
• Lead the development and implementation of a Cyber Security Capability Plan focused on behavioural change, education, and awareness.
• Define and maintain a career pathway and competency framework for the Security Culture, Education & Awareness (SCEA) capability.
• Lead the creation and development of the SCEA capability, including talent pipeline strategy.
• Collaborate with HR, Training, Communications, and Unions to embed cyber awareness into organisational learning and development programmes.
• Undertake capability analysis to assess resourcing needs and support the identification and provision of appropriately skilled resources.
• Manage the rotation and development of resources, supporting enterprise-wide priorities.
• Identify and recommend development opportunities for personnel within the capability, including professional qualifications and external accreditation.
• Lead the development and delivery of cyber awareness campaigns, training packages, and behavioural change initiatives.
• Oversee the evaluation of education and awareness programmes to ensure effectiveness and alignment with business needs.
• Manage relationships with external providers and institutions to support the capability pipeline and training delivery.
• Provide career development advice and support to individuals.
• Ensure accurate and robust records are maintained within HR systems, including SQEP role mapping.
• Support the development of centres of expertise and knowledge management arrangements for CS&IA.
• Represent CS&IA in internal and external forums, promoting best practice and continuous improvement.

AUTHORITIES & DIMENSIONS

• Line management of a small team 2 FTE.
• Budget accountability for education, awareness, and training initiatives.
• Strategic planning responsibility over a 2-5 year period.
• Operates with autonomy within the Cyber Security strategy and profession framework.
• Influences senior stakeholders across Cyber Security, HR, and the wider organisation.

• Proven experience in leading cyber security awareness, education, or behavioural change programmes.
• Strong understanding of cyber security principles, particularly human factors and risk mitigation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Experience in designing and delivering training and awareness content across varied formats.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as the NCSC Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF).
• Demonstrable experience of working in complex organisations with diverse stakeholder groups.
• Degree or equivalent experience in Cyber Security, Communications, Education, or a related field.
• Experience in capability development, workforce planning, and strategic resource management.
• Professional certifications such as SANS Security Awareness, SSCP, or similar.
• Experience working in or with nuclear or regulated industries.
• Understanding of Sellafield Ltd’s operations and ICT estate.
• Experience engaging with staff representatives and unions on cultural or behavioural initiatives.
• MSc or equivalent qualification in a relevant field.

• Professional certifications such as SANS Security Awareness, SSCP, or similar.
• Experience working in or with nuclear or regulated industries.
• Understanding of Sellafield Ltd’s operations and ICT estate.
• Experience engaging with staff representatives and unions on cultural or behavioural initiatives.
• MSc or equivalent qualification in a relevant field.

Why us?

At Sellafield Ltd, we are committed to supporting our employees in fulfilling their potential. With 100 years of work in front of us, we offer comprehensive training and development opportunities, enabling you to feel inspired in your role. Whatever area you join us in, you’ll find a genuinely exciting and rewarding career.

Making sure our employees feel supported is important to us. Therefore, to help you get the most out of life in and outside of work, we also offer a range of employee benefits:

• You will benefit from an annual bonus of up to 10% - 15%, made up of company and personal performance
• An attractive defined contribution pension scheme - the company will match up to 13.5% for a 7% employee contribution!
• 30 days annual leave + bank holidays. Plus, the ability to purchase an extra 2.5 days per year.
• The ability to carry over 10 days annual leave each financial year
• Paid Sick Leave
• Family Friendly Policies - Visit our Rewards & Benefits page to read more
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Lifestyle Benefits sasra.co.uk
• Learning & Development Opportunities https://careers.sellafieldsite.co.uk/work-with-us/learning-anddevelopment/
• Reward & Recognition Policies
• Welfare & Employee Assistance Programme
• Free Aviva Health App & Annual Health Check
• MyDiscounts - Employee Savings & Discounts
• MyBenefits - A Charity Giving Scheme

Additional Information

• The closing date for this vacancy is 28th September 2026.

Qualifications

As part of the application process, you will be asked to provide evidence of your qualifications. Attaching them at application stage will ensure a smooth process and prevent delays.

A minimum of 3 GCSEs at Grade 4/Grade C or above in English, Maths & Science (or equivalent). Functional Skills Level 2 will also be considered as equivalent to GCSE Grade 4 (Grade C). Other equivalent qualifications may be considered.

• Right to Work in the UK
  As part of our screening process, all candidates must demonstrate their right to work in the UK.
  If you are not a UK national, you will be required to provide evidence of your immigration status. This is generated through the UK Government online service via the GOV.UK services below:
  -A valid eVisa (digital immigration status) share code https://www.gov.uk/evisa/view-evisa-get-share-code-prove-immigration-status
  -A Right to Work share code https://www.gov.uk/prove-right-to-work

Applicants who are not UK nationals must provide a valid Right to Work share code and evidence of their eVisa status at the point of application. Applications submitted without this information are not able to be progressed.

• Please be aware that this role is subject to achieving security clearance. This role requires higher level of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 or 10 years of continuous residency in the UK. Factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the level of clearance you’re able to achieve.

Sellafield Ltd are recognised as a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3). Disability Confident employers offer an interview to disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. Sellafield Ltd define the minimum criteria as the ‘essential skills’ which are listed on the vacancy notice. Whilst completing your application form, you will be able to indicate if you wish to be considered under the disability confident scheme. If you would prefer to discuss this directly with us, please contact the GBS Recruitment team on [e-mail]