Job Introduction
Cyber Security Manager
Location: Derby
Salary: Band 8a £53,770
Contract Type: Fixed Term 12 Weeks
At DHU Healthcare, we are looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Cyber Security Manager to lead and enhance our cyber security operations. You will play a pivotal role in safeguarding our digital systems, data, and networks ensuring compliance, resilience, and a proactive culture of cyber awareness across our organisation.
What your typical day looks like:
- Leading and managing the cyber security team, providing professional guidance, mentorship, and development.
- Overseeing DHU’s cyber operations including threat monitoring, incident response, and vulnerability management.
- Managing and maintaining cyber assurance aligned with DSPT, Cyber Essentials, ISO27001, and NHS Digital frameworks.
- Acting as the escalation point for cyber incidents, coordinating investigations, and ensuring lessons learned are embedded.
- Maintaining and reporting on cyber risks, incidents, and compliance to senior leadership and the Board.
- Leading the continual development of cyber governance, risk management, and security improvement initiatives.
- Supporting business continuity, disaster recovery, and regular testing of the Cyber Incident Response Plan.
- Championing cyber awareness through organisation-wide training, campaigns, and engagement.
- Building effective relationships with internal teams and external partners, including NHS, NCSC, and Counter Fraud Services.
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- A Master’s degree (or equivalent experience) in Cyber Security, IT, or a related field.
- Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or ISO27001 Lead Implementer (or working towards these).
- Significant experience leading cyber security operations in a large or complex organisation.
- Proven expertise in cyber risk management, incident response, and compliance with DSPT, ISO27001, or similar frameworks.
- Strong technical understanding of network security, O365, Active Directory, and cloud environments.
- Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences.
Desirable: NHS or healthcare experience, supplier and contract management experience, and familiarity with NHS Digital and Caldicott principles.
What DHU can offer you:
Working Patterns: We recognise that 9–5 doesn’t work for everyone, so we offer flexible working patterns to support your work–life balance.
Generous Annual Leave: 25 days + 8 bank holidays (increasing with service to 33 days + 8 bank holidays).
Employee Benefits:
- Health Cash Plan: Access to 24/7 GP services and reimbursement for dental, optical, and therapy costs.
- DHU Hub: Exclusive discounts, well-being resources, and enhanced Employee Assistance Programme.
- NHS Pension Scheme: Continue your NHS pension and service recognition.
- Car Lease Scheme: Salary sacrifice options for hybrid or electric vehicles.
- Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave: Supporting you and your family during key life moments.
- Referral Programme: Earn rewards by recommending DHU to others.
- Birthday Leave Guarantee: Take your special day off your choice!
- Free Parking: Available at most DHU sites.
At DHU Healthcare, we are proud of our diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and communities we serve.
We are a forces-friendly employer, offering dedicated support to Veterans, Reservists, Cadet Force Adult Volunteers, and military families.
We reserve the right to close adverts early and/or pause without prior notice when we are satisfied with our applicant pool. The recruiter will discuss this with the Hiring Manager in the event of this occurring
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