Strategic Cyber Risk Leader - Flexible Work

DVSA; Uxbridge; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension 28.97%

25 days leave

8 Bank Holidays

Staff discount

Funding for qualifications

Diversity program

EAP

Flexible hours

Job summary

DVSA is seeking a Lead Cyber Security Risk Manager to lead efforts in identifying, assessing and mitigating cybersecurity risks across the agency's digital infrastructure. The role develops risk management strategies, ensures compliance with government security standards, and collaborates with multiple departments to protect data and systems.

The successful candidate will have deep knowledge of cyber risk frameworks, threat management, and the ability to communicate with both technical and

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of risk management, threat intelligence, and risk-appetite influences.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for diverse stakeholders.
• Experience leading diverse teams and cross-organisational collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Identify, understand and mitigate cyber risks; advise risk owners for informed decisions.
• Lead compliance with Security Policy Framework, NCSC standards, and CAF/NIST.
• Respond to security incidents; coordinate with governance and assurance functions.

Skills

Risk management

Cybersecurity

Communication

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

DVSA is seeking a Lead Cyber Security Risk Manager to lead efforts in identifying, assessing and mitigating cybersecurity risks across the agency's digital infrastructure. The role develops risk management strategies, ensures compliance with government security standards, and collaborates with multiple departments to protect data and systems.

The successful candidate will have deep knowledge of cyber risk frameworks, threat management, and the ability to communicate with both technical and