Cyber Security Product Owner

Cyber Security Product Owner - SIEM

Division: Data, Technology and Innovation
Department: Technology Resilience

• Salary: National (Edinburgh and Leeds) ranging from £72,100 to £117,100 and London from £79,300 to £128,800 per annum (salary offered will be based on skills and experience)

• This role is graded as: Technical Specialist - Regulatory

• Your recruitment contact is Benjamin via Applications must be submitted through our online portal. Applications sent via social media or email will not be accepted.

About the FCA and team 

We regulate financial services firms in the UK, to keep financial markets fair, thriving and effective. By joining us, you'll play a key part in protecting consumers, driving economic growth, and shaping the future of UK finance services.  

The Data, Technology and Innovation (DTI) division enables the FCA to be a digital-first, data-led smart regulator by delivering a secure, agile, and cost-effective technology and data ecosystem that drives better decisions, transparency, and operational efficiency.

Sitting within DTI, the Cyber Security team safeguards the FCA's digital assets, services and suppliers to ensure the organisation remains secure and compliant.

Role responsibilities

You will be responsible for delivering changes to Enterprise Security products covering software development, infrastructure updates, service enhancements, and technical debt across the relevant platforms and systems within Cyber Security.

• Deliver change and operational services for large and complex Enterprise Security products

• Opportunity to work in small, autonomous and collaborative cross-functional teams that value both achievement and enjoyment

• A culture that promotes smart, effective working practices while supporting a healthy work-life balance

• A clear sense of purpose, with contributions driving meaningful outcomes that make a real difference

• Work in a high-trust environment where you are empowered to take ownership without micromanagement

• An inclusive workplace that embraces and celebrates diversity in all its forms

• Join small, cross-functional, self-organising teams that are passionate about delivering value and enjoying their work

• Be part of a culture that values smart working, purpose-driven outcomes and trust in your ability to get the job done

Skills required  

Minimum:

• Experience of leading the delivery of Enterprise Security products across both IT change and operational service functions

• Experience of managing end-to-end projects and product lifecycles using development methodologies such as Kanban, PRINCE2, RUP, and Scrum

• Proven experience in Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) with a strong focus on Attack Surface Management, and Threat Detection and Response

Essential:

• Managing and prioritising the backlog for multiple security products to ensure effective delivery and continuous improvement

• Demonstrating strong understanding of business drivers and core organisational processes, with the ability to quickly adapt and align to evolving priorities

• Experience with hands-on involvement in threat detection, response strategies and attack surface management

• Skilled in Agile methodologies, including Scrum with hands-on experience in backlog management, sprint planning and iterative delivery

• Strong track record in financial oversight, including budget planning

Benefits

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Hybrid model with up to 60% remote work

• Non-contributory pension (8–12% depending on age) and life assurance at eight times your salary

• Private healthcare with Bupa, income protection, and 24/7 Employee Assistance

• 35 hours of paid volunteering annually

• A flexible benefits scheme designed around your lifestyle

For a full list of our benefits, and our recruitment process as a whole visit our benefits page.

Our values & culture

Our colleagues are the key to our success as a regulator. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture: one that's free from discrimination and bias, celebrates difference, and supports colleagues to deliver at their best. We believe that our differences and similarities enable us to be a better organisation – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better regulation.

If you require any adjustments due to a disability or condition, your recruiter is here to help - reach out for tailored support.

We welcome diverse working styles and aim to find flexible solutions that suit both the role and individual needs, including options like part-time and job sharing where applicable.
 

Disability Confident: our hiring approach

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, and therefore, people or individuals with disabilities and long-term conditions who best meet the minimum criteria for a role will go through to the next stage of the recruitment process. In cases of high application volumes, we may progress applicants whose experience most closely matches the role's key requirements.
 

Useful information and timeline

• Advert Closing: Midnight 17th November – please apply by 11.59pm 16th November

• CV Review/Shortlist: 18th November

• Interviews: w/c 24th November

• Your Recruiter will discuss the process in detail with you during screening for the role, therefore, please make them aware if you are going to be unavailable for any date during this time.  

• SC Clearance is required for this role (SC Guidance) - you will hold or  be eligible to obtain Security Check (SC) level vetting.