Head of Cyber Security Operations

3 months ago

Manchester, United Kingdom Data Communications Company Full time

We are Smart DCC
Together we're building a greener tomorrow

Connecting every home and business to a single, secure smart meter network is a huge undertaking. So you can imagine the scale - and variety - and opportunities for the people who'll help us do it.

The role

Head of Cyber Security

Manchester - 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 UK’s Digital Energy System, our customers, colleagues & partners from damage caused by cyber threats.

What will you be doing?
- 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
- Provide guidance and support to the DCC leadership team in the event of a cyber incident including: participating as cyber representative on incident management teams; 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

What are we looking for?
- Proven experience of working in senior Cyber Security roles at Head of, CISO or Director level
- People focused with a strong background of leading teams
- Knowledge of relevant legal and regulatory frameworks (Smart Energy Code obligations etc)
- Excellent people, communication, and diplomacy skills with experience of working with internal and external customers/suppliers
- Had regular exposure to board level stakeholders and bodies such as regulators and/or government departments and at a senior level
- Good communication skills both face to face and via written media.

**About the DCC**:
At the DCC, we believe in making Britain more connected, so we can all lead smarter, greener lives. That desire to make a difference is what drives us every day and it wouldn’t be possible without our people. Each person at the DCC brings a special kind of power to the business, and if you join us, we’ll give you the means to unleash yours. Here, we depend on each other and hold each other accountable. You have the power to challenge and make change, to take the initiative and enjoy real responsibility. Whether it’s doing purposeful work, helping us grow or building the career you want - we’ll give you the support to do it all. Our secure network for smart meters is transforming Britain’s energy system and helping the country’s fight against climate change: we want you to be part of our journey.

**Company benefits**:
The DCC’s continued success depends on our people. It’s important to us that you enjoy coming to work, and feel healthy, happy and rewarded. In this role, you’ll have access to a range of benefits which you can choose from to create a personalized plan unique to your lifestyle.

Join the DCC and discover the power of you.

What to do now

**Capita Opportunity Statement**:
The parent company, Capita Plc*, are a leading UK provider of technology enabled business services. We’re supporting and improving the lives of millions of people every day and we can only do this with the right people in place, working towards a shared goal. We encourage an open, honest working environment where everyone can be true to themselves, and people are valued for their differences. We’re always challenging each other to learn and improve, because we know when we work together, we can deliver better outcomes. We work across such a huge range of businesses and sectors, that you’ll have the opportunity to grow and develop your career in any number of directions. You’ll also become part of a network of 63,000 experienced, innovative, and dedicated individuals across multiple disciplines and sectors. There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career, and we’ll provide the support you need to do deliver. Our purpose is

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