Cyber Security Manager

Job Details:

Salary Range: £45,091 - £47,181 per annum, plus Market Supplement of £10,000 per annum
Work Location: Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service HQ, Eastleigh (Hybrid Working)
Hours per week: 37
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 7 August 2026
Interview Date: w/c 17 August 2026 

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service is looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Cyber Security Manager to lead our cyber security function and help protect the systems, data and services that help keep our communities safe.

This is a strategic leadership role with real influence. You will set the direction for cyber security across the Service, strengthen our resilience against a changing threat landscape, and ensure cyber risk is understood, managed and acted on at every level of the organisation.

The Role:

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Set the cyber security vision, strategy and roadmap for prevention, detection and response.
• Lead cyber security governance, assurance and compliance, aligned to ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials, CAF and Fire Standards.
• Own and improve the Information Security Management System, tools, policies, standards and governance.
• Advise senior stakeholders on cyber risk, controls, remediation and investment priorities.
• Coordinate cyber incident response, ensuring plans are tested and lessons embedded.
• Build a positive cyber security culture through awareness, training and practical guidance.

About You:
You will be an experienced cyber security professional who can combine technical credibility with strong leadership, governance and communication skills. You will be confident translating complex cyber risks into clear, practical advice for both technical and non-technical audiences, and you will be comfortable influencing decisions at senior level.

We are looking for someone with experience leading cyber security governance, risk and assurance activity; developing security frameworks, policies and procedures; coordinating incident response; and supporting teams to deliver high standards in a complex operational environment. Professional certifications such as ISO 27001, CISMP, CISM, CISSP, CCSP, CISA, ITIL or Microsoft security qualifications would be advantageous, but equivalent knowledge and experience are also valued.

Why Join Us:

Behind every firefighter are specialist support teams who play a vital part in helping to save lives. In this role, your expertise will directly support frontline services, protect critical systems and help make life safer for the communities we serve.

You will join a Service guided by the purpose “together we make life safer” and by values that include reaching further, supporting others, showing respect and everyone playing their part. We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment, opportunities for professional development, flexible working options, access to generous pension arrangements, free car parking, wellbeing support and the chance to contribute to a meaningful public service.

Additional Information:

Cyber Security Manager Job Description and Person Specification

HIWFRS Values:

• Reaching Further - Inspiring and challenging ourselves and others.
• Showing Respect - Fairness, honesty and integrity in everything we say and do.
• Supporting Others - Listening and acting with compassion and empathy.
• Everyone Playing Their Part - Recognising the contribution we all make.

Vetting Requirements:

This role is subject to a Standard DBS Check.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

Fiona Coffey, Deputy Head of ICT on fiona.coffey@hantsfire.gov.uk

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.
 

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