Head of Cyber Security

Head of Cyber Security

Posted 1 day ago by La Fosse

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£550 Per day
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Remote
United Kingdom
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Business Continuity And Disaster Recovery Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Cyber Incident Response Cyber Security Disaster Recovery External Auditing Management Outsourcing Project Planning Security Information And Event Management (SIEM) Stakeholder Engagement Stakeholder Management

Summary: The Head of Cyber Security will lead a small team to enhance the organization's cyber security capabilities, focusing on audit-driven projects and talent development. This role involves overseeing the implementation of security measures and managing incident response processes. The position is remote and initially set for three months, with a possibility of extension. The candidate will also engage with senior management to align priorities and resources effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and mentor a team of 5 with a focus on pastoral care, proactive upskilling, and developing technical skills.
  • Oversee the implementation of a SIEM platform and the procurement/onboarding of an outsourced Security Operations Centre (SOC).
  • Manage and prioritise a significant remediation to-do list arising from recent internal and external audits.
  • Maintain and evolve incident response and governance processes, ensuring the Disaster Recovery project stays on track.
  • Negotiate and communicate with senior management to agree priorities and resources.
  • Provide project planning and vendor management oversight for key security initiatives.

Key Skills:

  • Proven leadership in cyber security within a public-sector or similarly complex environment.
  • Experience mentoring and developing teams with mixed skill levels.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement, planning, and vendor-management skills.
  • Background in local government or other regulated sectors.
  • Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent.

Salary (Rate): £550 daily

City: undetermined

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Job Title: Head of Cyber

Location: Remote

Duration: Initial 3 Months with likelihood to extend

Day rate: Up to £550 p/d Outside IR35

Overview

We’re seeking a hands-on Head of Cyber to lead a small team and strengthen organisational cyber security capability. You’ll oversee delivery of key audit driven projects while developing in-house talent and shaping the organisation’s long term security posture.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a team of 5 with a focus on pastoral care, proactive upskilling, and developing technical skills.
  • Oversee the implementation of a SIEM platform and the procurement/onboarding of an outsourced Security Operations Centre (SOC)
  • Manage and prioritise a significant remediation to do list arising from recent internal and external audits.
  • Maintain and evolve incident response and governance processes, ensuring the Disaster Recovery project stays on track.
  • Negotiate and communicate with senior management to agree priorities and resources.
  • Provide project planning and vendor management oversight for key security initiatives.

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Proven leadership in cyber security within a public-sector or similarly complex environment.
  • Experience mentoring and developing teams with mixed skill levels.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement, planning, and vendor-management skills.
  • Background in local government or other regulated sectors.
  • Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent.
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