Overview

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Role and responsibilities

Under the direction of the Head of Cyber Security within Library & Information Services, the role is responsible for the development, delivery, and enforcement of comprehensive cyber security operations. Provide leadership and direction for cyber security operations, ensuring the University remains resilient to cyber attack and maintains a robust and rigorous security posture. Cyber Security runs through every aspect of the University, and it is essential that all IT services are delivered in a manner that protects the confidentiality, integrity and availability of University systems and services at all times.

This role will manage the Cyber Security Operations team and Managed Security Services Providers (MSSP) who are responsible for carrying out day to day cyber security operational duties, including responding to security incidents, reporting threats and identifying vulnerabilities and attacks on University systems. They will liaise with technical specialists within IS, other departments, and with trusted advisors to agree appropriate operational Cyber Security measures and ensure confidentiality, integrity and availability of university systems and data.

The post holder will lead and provide a focal point for cyber security and cyber security risk matters in liaison with the University’s Security Operations Centre. Additionally, the post holder will be required to advise and offer guidance on existing security arrangements and be actively involved in the specification, design and implementation of new products and services. The post holder must ensure that they keep up to date with changes in the threat landscape, developments in best practice, standards and technologies within the sector and related industries.

Applications containing evidence of paid or third-party services, artificially generated, or misleading content will be immediately disqualified from our recruitment process.

Location and working arrangements

Location: Portsmouth area with hybrid working available; a few days on-site per week.

Interview date: Thursday 2nd October 2025

Employer

Employer, External Only: University of Portsmouth Academic Services Ltd (UASL)

Benefits

Discover the advantages of joining our university. We offer a range of attractive benefits and opportunities to enhance your work experience:

• Competitive salary, including incremental progression within your scale.
• Generous leave entitlement of 32–35 days a year, plus bank holidays, and an additional Christmas closure.
• Family-friendly policies supporting flexible working.
• Staff discounts and loyalty schemes.
• Staff car parking and discounted public travel.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• Recreation facilities, including discounted gym membership, on-campus provisions, use of the Library and staff social activities.
• Discounted learning.
• Start-up business mentoring from expert entrepreneurs via our Entrepreneurs in Residence programme.
• Further information available on My Reward and Benefits.

Legal and equality statements

UKVI Statement: Prior to submitting your application, ensure you can demonstrate or acquire the necessary right to work in the UK. If you do not currently possess the right to work in the UK, our offer of employment is conditional upon obtaining it.

EDI Statement: We are dedicated to embedding equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI). We are an Athena SWAN and Race Equality Charter award holder, a member of Stonewall and a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome applications from people with a wide range of skills and experiences. See our EDI Framework and objectives for details.

Please note that this vacancy may be closed earlier than advertised, so early applications are advised.

Seniorities and type

• Not Applicable

Job function and industry

• Information Technology
• Higher Education

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