IT Security, Governance, Risk, and Compliance Manager

Permanent, 37 hours per week. Salary £47,252 - £50,927. Vacancy closes 23:58, 21 September 2025.

Overview

Forestry England is looking for an IT Security, Governance, Risk and Compliance (SGRC) Manager who will oversee IT security strategy and related governance, risk, and compliance activities within the IT Department. The role is part of the IT Leadership Team and requires collaboration with internal teams, suppliers, consultants, and partners to deliver against strategic direction and government standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee IT security strategy to support business objectives and meet legal, regulatory, and government standards.
• Identify and manage security risks across IT systems; promote a consistent approach to risk treatment; embed a security-first culture.
• Act as the senior IT security advisor, collaborating with internal teams, suppliers, consultants, and partners.
• Perform as a hands-on team lead, applying your skills, knowledge, and experience to drive delivery across the organisation.

Where you'll work

You must be within commutable distance of the National Office in north Bristol. This is a blended working role—2 days per week in the office (or as required) with flexibility to work from home for the remainder. You will be required to visit sites across England and some overnight stays may be necessary. Infrequent out-of-hours work may be required to support incident resolution. Participation in infrequent planned on-call rotas may be necessary.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday per year, rising with service up to 30 days, plus bank holidays (pro-rated for part-time).
• STaR employee benefits scheme with discounts on everyday purchases and services.
• Free parking at Forestry England sites and free entry to National Arboretums at Westonbirt and Bedgebury.
• Commitment to lifelong learning and career development, including support for continuing professional development and membership of professional bodies.

How to apply

Provide full career history (explain any gaps) and education details with dates, subjects, and grades. You will be asked to write a 500-word statement on how your skills and experience meet the Essential Criteria, and a 500-word personal statement on how you meet the Key Work Areas. You will be assessed on both during sifting, with further details on the application form.

Successful candidates will undergo background checks including a criminal record check and the government baseline personnel security standard check.

Nationality and recruitment

Forestry England is part of the Civil Service. The Civil Service Disability Confident Scheme guarantees an interview for disabled candidates meeting minimum criteria. Additional recruitment initiatives may apply. Our recruitment adheres to the Civil Service Commissioners Recruitment Principles.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Read more about the application process on the Forestry England website.