Cyber Security Manager

Please note that although this job advert is for a permanent post, offers for fixed term contracts may also be made from this file.

BAND:  6

JOB PURPOSE:
To be involved in all aspects of Cyber Security within the Housing Executive. They will work closely with the IT Operations Manager, the wider IT department and will be instrumental in shaping plans for continuously developing the maturity and effectiveness of operational Cyber Security capabilities and practices. 

REQUIREMENTS:
1. Clearly demonstrate at least 3 years’ relevant experience within the last 5 years working in a Cyber Security Management role within a large organisation.
Or
Can demonstrate that you have relevant experience in at least 4 out of the 5 areas listed below -
i) Demonstrate how you have played a critical role in shaping and implementing best practices in cyber security architecture, governance, risk management, and compliance, while supporting IT teams in embedding security into all aspects of their work.
ii) Demonstrate how you have provided strategic security direction and hands-on guidance to ensure robust cyber security management, processes & practices are in place.
iii) Demonstrate experience in managing the cybersecurity strategy, risk assessments and security roadmap.
iv) Demonstrate how you have contributed to the success of the Cyber division as part of a leadership team
v) Demonstrate your experience in: -

• Incident response / recovery plans
• Delivery of cyber security improvement programmes
• Development and maintenance of internal cyber security policies and procedures
• Providing regular reporting on incidents, risks, and compliance status 

APPLICATION PROCESS
Application should be made using the on-line application form. Instructionson how to complete the on-line form appears once the form has been accessed. Make sure you follow these instructions.

Candidates unable to use the on-line form can request a manual application form, by emailing recruit@nihe.gov.uk quoting the particular Job Title and Reference Number. Please note that if the candidate uses this method, it is their responsibility to ensure we receive their application by the allocated closing date and time. Guidance on the completion and return of applications is included in the Candidate Guidelines on the job related documents. The Northern Ireland Housing Executive have a policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders, a copy can be made available on request.

LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED EVEN IF DELAYED DUE TO TECHNICAL REASONS. PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU ARE LOCKED OUT OF YOUR GETGOT ACCOUNT IT WILL TAKE A MINIMUM OF 10 MINUTES TO RESET YOUR PASSWORD. IF AN APPLICATION IS LATE BECAUSE OF THIS IT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

It is the responsibility of each candidate to ensure that all such information is provided. Candidates who fail to provide sufficient information on which a panel might determine their eligibility for the post will not be shortlisted.

The Housing Executive is an equal opportunities employer. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Protestant community who are currently under represented in parts of our workforce.