Head of Information Governance and Cyber Assurance

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

With effect from 01 April 2026, NHS Scotland is reducing its full-time working week from 37 to 36 hours per week, there will be no change in full time pay.

We are looking for an experienced leader who can lead NHS Tayside’s Information Governance and Cyber Assurance Team.

The Head of Information Governance and Cyber Assurance provides strategic leadership for Information Governance and Cyber Assurance across the organisation and is also the Data Protection Officer for NHS Tayside.

The Head of Information Governance and Cyber Assurance provides expert advice and guidance to the organisation on all matters relating to information governance, data protection, cyber assurance, freedom of information and corporate records management.

The Head of Information Governance and Cyber Assurance leads a team of specialist staff who develop, monitor and oversee the implementation of NHS Tayside’s Information Governance and Cyber Assurance agenda, including data protection, information security, freedom of information, confidentiality, Caldicott, corporate records and cyber assurance.

As the ideal candidate you will be highly motivated with specialist knowledge, experience and understanding of Information Governance and Cyber Assurance.

You should be an inclusive leader with excellent interpersonal and influencing skills with a flexible approach to work, the ability to prioritise a demanding workload and perform well under pressure.

Informal enquiries to Margaret E Dunning, Board Secretary

Tel: 01382 740712 or Ext: 40712; email: margaret.dunning@nhs.scot

You will be required to comply with the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland throughout your employment.

Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.

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