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Cyber Security Lead

£55,000 - 55,000
The Joseph Rowntree Foundation
Clifton, Clifton
£55,000 - 55,000
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Company Size
200-500
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Company Type
Services
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Exp Level
Lead
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Job Type
Full-Time
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Language
English
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Visa sponsorship
No

Requirements

Must:
- Proven expertise in cyber security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls, GDPR, UK Data Protection Act, Cyber Essentials) - Strong knowledge of disaster recovery, business continuity, risk management, and internal controls - Familiarity with security technologies such as SIEM, firewalls, EDR, MFA, encryption, Microsoft Purview, and Microsoft Entra - Experience with incident response, cyber forensics, and enterprise security architecture - Understanding of secure-by-design principles and managing third-party security risks - Excellent analytical and investigative skills for assessing, documenting, and escalating cyber risks - Ability to interpret vulnerability scans and penetration tests - Experience delivering awareness programs, phishing simulations, and staff training - Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities - Hands-on experience with cyber security tools or SOC services for threat monitoring, detection, and response - Experience leading or supporting incident investigations and coordinating DR and BCP exercises - Knowledge of audits, compliance certifications, policy deployment, and regulatory requirements - Capability to provide strategic advice to senior leadership or Boards

Technologies

Responsibilities

- Lead the delivery of the organization’s cyber security activities to protect digital systems and information assets - Maintain the cyber risk register and lead investigations into security breaches - Coordinate disaster recovery (DR) and cyber incident response efforts - Support business continuity planning (BCP), including defining Restore Point Objectives (RPOs) and Recovery Time Objectives (RTOs) - Ensure compliance with cyber security and information governance policies - Provide subject matter expertise across the organization - Advise colleagues and senior stakeholders on cyber security matters - Liaise with third-party providers to safeguard our digital environment - Combine strategic oversight with direct ownership of day-to-day cyber security delivery - Drive continuous improvement in security maturity and organizational resilience

Description


We are looking for a Cyber Security Lead to provide strategic leadership and direction for cyber security across our organization. This is a hands-on, standalone role where youll ensure the protection of our digital systems against emerging threats. You will work closely with our Technology Manager and external IT providers while maintaining a focus on compliance and governance. We support flexible working arrangements and encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, including those with disabilities. Our team is committed to making a difference in our community, and we value trust, care, and integrity in our work.
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