Head of Security Architecture

3 months ago

Bristol, United Kingdom Cabinet Office Full time

Job summary

The Cabinet Office supports the Prime Minister and ensures the effective running of government. It is also the corporate headquarters for government, in partnership with HM Treasury, and takes the lead in certain critical policy areas.

We are the Cabinet Office�s Cyber and Information Security function. Our mission is to secure the Cabinet Office�s digital and information assets against misuse, and enable the secure delivery of the department�s mission. We do this by developing, operating, and governing the cyber and information security controls which protect our nationwide internal IT infrastructure, and high-profile citizen-facing digital services such as

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Security Architecture to lead our security architecture team within the Cyber and Information Security function. As a key leader and member of the senior management team you will be responsible for leading the Security Architecture and Advisory Team which is responsible for the department-wide enterprise security architecture strategy, framework and roadmap, and helping the department�s IT and digital services to be secure by design. This role reports to the Deputy Director for Cyber and Information Security.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute the design and implementation of the enterprise security architecture vision, principles strategy, framework and roadmap for the Cabinet Office.Ensure that central cyber security activities are aligned with wider strategic goals and the risk management framework for the Cabinet Office.Lead central engagement with Cabinet Office IT and digital services throughout the technology lifecycle to ensure that they are secure by design.Lead the central delivery of security architecture advice and guidance to the organisation.Lead the definition of relevant cyber security policies and standards for the Cabinet Office, aligned with best practice and cross-government standards.Represent the Cyber and Information Security function in technology governance and assurance meetings, at both a departmental and service level.Lead the Cyber and Information and Cyber Security function�s engagement with the wider architecture and technology community within the Cabinet Office.Work with cross-government stakeholders (, GSG, NCSC) on wider cyber security initiatives and challenges.Maintain a strong understanding of IT, digital, and cyber security trends and emerging technologies.Act as an escalation point for, and provide coaching and mentoring to, security architects.Be responsible for leadership and line management of security architects.

Person specification

Essential Criteria

Extensive experience in cyber security, across multiple technical domains and technologies including public and private hosting.Strong knowledge of enterprise security best practices, frameworks, and principles.A proven track record of implementing enterprise security architecture solutions that adhere to industry standards and regulations.Deep and evolving technical cyber security expertise.Experience successfully delivering challenging cyber security projects.Ability to establish and maintain trusted working relationships with key stakeholders.Excellent verbal and written communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences.Proven track record of leading and managing security architecture team in a complex, multi-disciplinary environments.Excellent analytical and problem solving skills with a proactive and forward thinking approach to solving security challenges.

Desirable Criteria

Experience defining, leading or delivering threat modelling activities.Experience using the NCSC�s Cyber Assessment Framework.Relevant certifications such as SABSA, CISSP, or CISM.

Additional information:

A minimum 60% of your working time should be spent at your principal workplace. Although requirements to attend other locations for official business will also count towards this level of attendance.

Behaviours

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

Seeing the Big PictureMaking Effective DecisionsCommunicating and InfluencingDelivering at Pace

Benefits

Alongside your salary of �64,700, Cabinet Office contributes �18,743 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Learning and development tailored to your role.An environment with flexible working options.A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity.A which provides an attractive pension, benefits for dependants and average employer contributions of 27%.A minimum of 25 days of paid annual leave, increasing by one day per year up to a maximum of 30.

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