Overview

We are looking for a Head of Cyber Security to deliver an industry leading security posture at West London NHS Trust. This is a critical role with responsibility for all aspects of Information Security.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, direction, management and delivery of information security across the organisation, including policies and processes that apply across the organisation.
• Lead a security program that involves corporate and clinical teams and oversee security requirements for infrastructure, applications and medical devices.
• Support and drive the information security portfolio including DSPT CAF returns, threat intelligence platforms, and other central requirements.
• Deliver a secure and resilient business; ensure security and resilience remains a priority in the delivery of operations.
• Maintain a current understanding of the IT threat landscape and develop/maintain operational procedures with a standards-based approach for all security work.
• Lead the security inputs for key transformation projects and develop and embed a security-focused culture across the organisation; communicate best practices and risks to all parts of the business and enforce compliance with security policies and procedures.
• Brief the Board, Executive Team, senior management and other key stakeholders on status and risks.
• Partner with the Director of Digital Services to create a strategy and process that ensures the organisation maintains high operational and technical security standards.
• Ensure delivery of DSPT and other central requirements; align with healthcare compliance and standards while delivering exceptional operational performance.
• Maintain awareness of the IT threat landscape specific to the public sector and healthcare.

About the employer

West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, and provides services across multiple London boroughs. The Trust employs thousands of staff and serves a broad patient population.

Qualifications

• The role requires experience in information security leadership and delivering security programs in complex organisations; the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.