Head of Cyber Security

Job summary

The Head of Cyber Security is responsible for leading and managing the Trust's cyber security function, ensuring the protection of systems, data and services from cyber threats while enabling safe and secure digital transformation.

The role is accountable for the delivery and continuous improvement of cyber security capabilities across the Trust, including security operations, threat detection and response, and cyber resilience. This includes ensuring effective monitoring, incident response, and alignment with NHS England Cyber Security Operations Centre (CSOC).

The post holder will work closely with Security Architecture, Digital and clinical and operational teams to ensure that security is embedded across all services and programmes, aligned to organisational risk appetite, and compliant with relevant frameworks including DSPT.

The role will provide leadership across the cyber security function, developing team capability, establishing clear operating models and processes, and ensuring the Trust can effectively manage an evolving threat landscape while maintaining operational resilience.

Main duties of the job

Leads the Trust's cyber security operations, including monitoring, incident response, and vulnerability management; ensures alignment with national NHS cyber services; drives risk reduction and threat-informed improvements; and provides leadership, governance, performance reporting, and strategic direction for the cyber security function.

About us

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is a leading, integrated healthcare provider, the largest of its kind in specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, serving over 1 million people per year through our 10 hospitals and extensive community services. With a workforce of 30,000 plus, we are at the forefront of system leadership, innovation, and transformation across Greater Manchester.

As a senior manager, you will play a critical role in shaping and delivering our strategic objectives. You will lead complex programmes, drive operational excellence, and influence Trust-wide transformation, working collaboratively with or through Executive and Clinical Leaders to deliver sustainable improvements for our patients, staff, and communities.

MFT offers a dynamic, inclusive environment where your leadership, vision, and expertise are valued. You will have the opportunity to lead high-impact projects, develop future talent, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, supported by advanced digital infrastructure and a commitment to professional development.Join us to make a lasting impact--help shape the future of our Trust, drive innovation, and deliver outstanding care for the people of Manchester, Trafford and beyond.

Details

• Date posted: 24 August 2026
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 8c
• Salary: £79,504 to £91,609 a year per annum (pro rata)
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 349-COR-8039181-RL4
• Job locations: Cobbett House on the Oxford Road Campus, Cobbett House on the Oxford Road Campus, Cobbett House on the Oxford Road Campus, M13 9WL, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.

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We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

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Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.

Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

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