ICT Head of Cyber Security

The ICT Head of Cyber Security will act as the Trusts expert on cyber security protection, detection, response, and recovery. The ICT Head of Cyber Security will be responsible for the strategic approach to cyber threat management, the strategic planning of current and future IT security solutions. The post holder will manage, support and develop the Trust cyber security team.

The ICT Head of Cyber Security will own and be responsible for the completion of parts of the Data Security Assessment Toolkit in relation to ICT cyber security obligations in addition to working towards and maintaining Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO27001 certification. The post holder will work closely with a range of ICT departments, plus key stake holders in the Trust such as the Head of IG, the Trust SIRO and the Trust Information governance committee. Close working relationships with other Trusts and external organisations will be required

Main duties of the job

Lead strategic planning for current and future IT security solutions, aligning with best practice and emerging technologies

Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with security standards..

Lead on internal and external audits and audit preparation relating to IT security

Maintain compliance with standards including DSPT, CareCERT, Cyber Essentials+, NIS, and ISO 27001

Act as the Trusts advisor on cyber security protection, detection, response and recovery

Develop and advise on implementing policies, procedures, and guidance for cyber and IT security systems and processes

Advise ICT senior leaders to shape a robust IT security service across the department and its systems

Monitor incidents and take appropriate actions to correct, notify and prevent reoccurrence

Work with the Technical teams to maintain all security tools and technology used in the department

Work with technical teams to deliver and manage cyber security and compliance across internal and externally hosted systems

Undertake scoping and delivery of penetration tests and ensure actions are resolved

Supporting wider IT functions in the evaluation and implementation of new technology and controls

Defining and documenting a security incident response program

Respond to High priority NHS Digital Care Cert alerts in line with NHS Digital requirements

Produce a monthly cyber security KPI report for the Trust Information Governance Committee and ICT senior leaders

The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.

We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.

King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.