Company description: At EMBL-EBI you can apply your talent and passion to accelerate science and tackle some of humankind's greatest challenges. EMBL-EBI, part of the European Molecular Biology Laboratory, is a worldwide leader in the storage, analysis and dissemination of large biological datasets. We provide the global research community with access to publicly available databases and tools which are crucial for the advancement of healthcare, food security, and biodiversity. Job description: As the Cyber Security Lead, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding EMBL-EBI's data resources and ensuring the continued availability of our world-leading life sciences tools and services. You will be responsible for leading and evolving our cyber security strategy, operations, and culture, in a dynamic and increasingly complex threat landscape. This is a new leadership position, created to address the growing sophistication of cyber security threats, including those from nation-state actors. You will be responsible for maintaining our cyber security best practice and developing and delivering a roadmap for improvement, establishing EMBL-EBI as a world leader in cyber security for open data resources, taking into account the unique requirements of our open data model and intergovernmental status. You will lead the newly formed IT Security team, collaborating with IT teams, scientific teams and groups, senior leadership and our colleagues across EMBL. You will also interface with collaborators, funders, and the wider cyber security community. Required profile: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Experience in a senior cyber security role, with a proven track record of developing and implementing successful cyber security strategies. Demonstrable leadership experience, with the ability to influence and motivate others. Deep understanding of cyber security threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation techniques. Experience with a wide range of security technologies and practices. For example, some of the following: - Intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDPS) - Security information and event management (SIEM) system - Vulnerability scanning and penetration testing - Cloud security - Identity and access management (IAM) - Data loss prevention (DLP) - Endpoint protection - Security operations and incident response Experience in developing and implementing security policies, procedures, and standards. Understanding of legal and regulatory frameworks (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001, NIST SP 800-171). Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences. Experience building and leading cyber security programmes within large, complex organisations. Experience developing a roadmap for significantly improving an established cyber security program. You may also have Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA, OSCP, GIAC, ISO 27001 LA) strongly desired Experience with research computing or HPC (High Performance Computing) environments. Experience with open data and open-source environments. Experience managing and mentoring IT security professionals. Experience with security automation and orchestration. Familiarity with bioinformatics and/or biological data management. Experience working in an international or intergovernmental organisation. Experience in the life sciences or research sector. What we offer: Financial incentives: Monthly family, child and non-resident allowances, annual salary review, pension scheme, death benefit, long-term care, accident-at-work and unemployment insurances Flexible working arrangements - including hybrid working patterns Private medical insurance for you and your immediate family (including all prescriptions and generous dental & optical cover) Generous time off: 30 days annual leave per year, in addition public holidays Relocation package including installation grant (if required) Campus life: Free shuttle bus to and from work, on-site library, subsidised on-site gym and cafeteria, casual dress code, extensive sports and social club activities (on campus and remotely) Family benefits: On-site nursery, 10 days of child sick leave, generous parental leave, holiday clubs on campus and monthly family and child allowances Benefits for non-UK residents: Visa exemption, education grant for private schooling, financial support to travel back to your home country every second year and a monthly non-resident allowance. ADZN1_UKTJ