Digital Operations and Projects Executive - Hyde, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom - Smart DCC

Description

Head of Cyber Security
hybrid working (2 days a week office based, 3 days a week remote)
Very competitive salary plus excellent benefits
Fantastic opportunity to secure the Head of Cyber Security role on a permanent basis.

The Head of Cyber Security role forms a key part of the security leadership team reporting directly to the CISO.

As Head of Cyber Security, you will shape and lead the Cyber Security function, acting as a trusted security expert to protect the UKs Digital Energy System, our customers, colleagues & partners from damage caused by cyber threats.

Provide oversight of all digital security activities across DCC and sit on the Security Leadership Team.
Act as a trusted advisor to senior business stakeholders across DCC and work with them to ensure that DCC is secure and compliant with the policies and standards operated by the SOC
assessing business impacts, whether safety, reputational, regulatory, or commercial in nature.
Use your technical and communication capabilities to facilitate strategic dialogue with leadership team regarding both current posture and emerging priorities including new business opportunities

Lead, coach, develop and build a resilient and high-performing team who are capable of understanding and delivering on the security and technology vision and strategy, contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and take ownership of their career progression.

Leading the Cyber Security team to ensure a pragmatic risk-based security approach is delivered
Communicate Cyber Security goals and new programmes effectively to other department managers, serving as a focal point of contact for the cyber security operations team
Proven experience of working in senior Cyber Security roles at Head of, CISO or Director level
Knowledge of relevant legal and regulatory frameworks (Smart Energy Code obligations etc)
Expert understanding of security design aspects of infrastructure, application, web, and cloud technologies
Had regular exposure to board level stakeholders and bodies such as regulators and/or government departments and at a senior level

Each person at the DCC brings a special kind of power to the business, and if you join us, well give you the means to unleash yours.

Whether its doing purposeful work, helping us grow or building the career you want

Our secure network for smart meters is transforming Britains energy system and helping the countrys fight against climate change: we want you to be part of our journey.

Capita Opportunity Statement:
The parent company, Capita Plc*, are a leading UK provider of technology enabled business services.

We work across such a huge range of businesses and sectors, that youll have the opportunity to grow and develop your career in any number of directions.

Youll also become part of a network of 63,000 experienced, innovative, and dedicated individuals across multiple disciplines and sectors.