Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location Bristol, London About the job Job summary The Home Office works to build a safe, fair and prosperous UK. We achieve this through our work on counter-terrorism, policing, fire, crime, drugs policy, immigration and passports. The Public Safety Groups role is to keep the public safe by cutting crime, disrupting the highest harm criminals, protecting the vulnerable and ensuring that our police, fire and rescue services are as efficient and effective as they can be in delivering front line public services. We work with our partners in other government departments, local government and the voluntary sector to develop and implement policy, provide funding, and deliver legislation. The Emergency Services Network (ESN), the replacement solution for the emergency services radio communication system (Airwave), will be used by thousands of front-line police officers, paramedics, fire fighters and back-office workers, along with employees from related operational organisations (such as Border Force and Immigration within the Home Office). As either Head of Security Governance, Risk and Compliance or Security Operations you will be playing a pivotal role in shaping the success of the ESN (and existing Airwave) service by ensuring that cyber security risks are monitored and managed and reported effectively on behalf and to senior representatives within the Home Office and the Emergency Services. By applying and being successful you will help to contribute to the safety of the communities across Great Britain. Job description We are recruiting for two Grade 6 roles, reporting to the Emergency Services Mobile Communication Programme (ESMCP) Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). Candidates will be evaluated for suitability against both roles but may also express a preference for either role. The Head of Security Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) will lead a team of 5-7 security specialists. The role will ensure the effective delivery of a Security Governance Risk and Compliance function for a complex delivery environment, with numerous third-party suppliers providing our technical services. There is a strong focus on data analysis, risk assessment and reporting. The Head of Security Operations will lead a team of 7-10 security professionals, driving the output of the whole Security function in support of live services (Airwave) and future services (ESN). The role will ensure the effective management of stakeholders and delivery requirements in a complex environment and ensuring effective security incident management processes. There is a strong focus on security service management and workflows. Lead the respective pillars to support continuous improvement. Develop appropriate metrics to demonstrate performance and management of respective function to relevant stakeholders. Drive the delivery of world class services for respective business areas. Engage and advise across the programme, suppliers and stakeholder community on relative metrics to support ongoing improvement and enhancement of the security posture of the ESMCP and its deliverables. Provide leadership to your team, and share best practice widely across government, the public sector, and industry. Provide guidance to ensure ongoing confidence that fundamental organisational security measures and controls have been met. Working Pattern Due to the business requirements of this role, it is only available on a full-time basis. However, compressed hours are available. Travel Based in either Bristol or London, the individual can join the hybrid working practice with a requirement of at least 3 days a week in the office. They may need to visit the other business office on a regular basis, as well as making infrequent visits to supplier and user organisation sites across Great Britain at on a very infrequent basis.. Travel costs away from the primary office location will be covered by the business. Person specification Essential criteria Experience of working with NCSC & CAF cyber security standards and guidance. Experience leading cyber security governance, risk or compliance teams. Hold or be prepared to undergo SC security clearance. Experience within enterprise risk management or security operations and project delivery. Have professional skill and experience to demonstrate working at the follow SIFA skills (version 8) at the specified minimum levels: - Governance, Risk and Compliance Risk Management (BURM) - Level 4 - Strategy and planning Strategic planning (ITSP) Level 4 - Security and privacy Information security (SCTY) Level 4 - Advice and Guidance Specialist Advice (TECH) - Level 4 - Change planning Business process improvement (BPRE) Level 5 - Stakeholder Management Stakeholder relationship management (RLMT) Level 5 Desirable skills Experience working in or with government departments, particularly NCSC and Cabinet Office. Qualifications or equivalents in one or more cyber security governance, risk and compliance, or security operations and security incident management such as CISA, CISSP, CISM, SANS, or CRISC. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Delivering at Pace Changing and Improving Communicating and Influencing Making Effective Decisions We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form: Delivering at Pace Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: SIFA 8 - Information Security (SCTY) - Level 5 SIFA 8 - Measurement (MEAS) - Level 3 SIFA 8 - Risk Management (BURM) - Level 4 SIFA 8 - Service Level Management (SLMO) - Level 3 SIFA 8 - Specialist Advice (TECH) - Level 4 SIFA 8 - Stakeholder Relationship Management (RLMT) - Level 3 Benefits In addition to your salary, a career with the Home Office offers a range of benefits, including: Learning and development tailored to your role An environment with flexible working options A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% Where business needs allow, some roles may be suitable for a combination of office and home-based working. This is a non-contractual arrangement where all employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in an office. See more of our benefits on our careers website. Things you need to know Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills. This gives us the best possible chance of finding the right person for the job, drives up performance and improves diversity and inclusivity. We will endeavour to conduct the selection process in line with the dates indicated below, but cannot guarantee that these will not, where necessary, be revised. You will be provided with sufficient notice of the confirmed dates. 1. Application - by 19th January 2025. As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete: Personal Statement (maximum 1000 words). CV detailing Job History, Qualifications and Skills. Behaviour Delivering at Pace (maximum 250 words) The Personal Statement should be aligned to and demonstrate how you meet the skills and experience set out in the essential criteria, detailed in the job description. Your CV should consist of your career history, qualifications, and skills/experience, including any key achievements in each role. Your CV will be used to provide further context on your personal statement and scored against the essential criteria. For guidance and information on how to construct your application (CV, Personal Statement, Behaviours and Technical Skills), you are encouraged to visit Civil Service Careers website. 2. Sift - will commence from 27th January 2025. The sift will be held on the Personal Statement, Behaviour and CV. Should a high volume of applications be received, an initial sift will be conducted on the CV and Personal Statement. Candidates who pass the initial sift will then be progressed to a full sift that will consist of the lead behaviour 'Delivering at Pace'. 3. Interview - week commencing 10th February 2025. If you are successful at sift stage, you will be invited to an interview that will be: Behaviours and Technical Skills based questions. In addition, candidates will be asked to prepare a presentation that will be delivered at interview. The presentation question/scenario will be disclosed closer to the interviews. The presentation will be assessed against [SFIA Framework] and will be assessed against the Technical Skills as listed in the job advertisement. For guidance on the technical skills, please refer to the SFIA framework. Interviews will be carried out via video. Candidates will be required to have access to: A laptop (personal or work) with a working webcam Good internet connection Microsoft Teams For guidance and information on what to expect and how to prepare for an interview, you are encouraged to visit Civil Service Careers. Problems during the application process If you experience problems accessing this advert, or you think youve made a mistake on an initial application, please contact hocandidates.grscabinetoffice.gov.uk, including the vacancy reference, at least two working days before the vacancy closes. Further information can be found on our website. Applying - Home Office Careers Location Preferences You can select up to two locations in order of preference. Please ensure that these are locations you are prepared to travel to. If you are offered a role at one of your preferred location(s) and you decline, your application will be withdrawn. Standards All Civil Servants are expected to comply with the Civil Service Code, and its core values of integrity, honesty, objectivity and impartiality. Reserve A reserve list may be held for a period of up to 12 months from which further appointments may be made. There is no guarantee that being held on a reserve list will lead to a job offer. Further information can be found on our website. Reserve lists will be held for each location and profession. Candidates will be appointed in merit order by location and profession. Additional Security Checks As well as successfully obtaining UK Security Vetting clearance, candidates will be subject to a range of additional checks. The range of checks carried out will depend on whether you are a current Home Office employee, existing civil servant or an external new entrant as well as the role requirements. Further details are included in the Notes to Candidates. Non-Police Personnel Vetting (NPPV) You should currently hold, or be willing to obtain, Non-Police Personnel Vetting (NPPV) Level-3 vetting (including financial checks). This is essential for the role. For further information visit About the Police National Vetting Service, Warwickshire Police. Further information In order to process applications without delay, we will be sending a Criminal Record Check to Disclosure and Barring Service on your behalf. However, we recognise in exceptional circumstances some candidates will want to send their completed forms direct. If you will be doing this, please advise Government Recruitment Service of your intention by emailing Pre-EmploymentChecks.grscabinetoffice.gov.uk stating the job reference number in the subject heading. If you are invited to an interview, you will be required to bring documentation for the purposes of establishing your identity. You will need to meet the nationality requirements for this role and obtain the necessary security clearance to take it up. For meaningful security checks to be carried out, individuals need to have lived in the UK for a sufficient period of time. Learn more on our website. Security Checks - Home Office Careers For further information on National Security Vetting please visit the following page https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/demystifying-vetting Visa sponsorship We do not sponsor individuals via Skilled Worker Sponsorship / Tier 2 (General) work visas. Reasonable Adjustments If a person with disabilities is at a substantial disadvantage compared to a non-disabled person, we have a duty to make reasonable changes to our processes. If you need a change to be made so that you can make your application, you should: Contact Government Recruitment Service via HOrecruitment.grscabinetoffice.gov.uk as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs Complete the Assistance Required section in the Additional Requirements page of your application form to tell us what changes or help you might need further on in the recruitment process. For instance, you may need wheelchair access at interview, or if you're deaf, a language service professional If you are experiencing accessibility problems with any attachments on this advert, please contact the email address in the Contact point for applicants section. Feedback Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Security Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check (opens in a new window). See our vetting charter (opens in a new window). People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks. Nationality requirements This job is broadly open to the following groups: UK nationals nationals of the Republic of Ireland nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window) nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020 Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window) Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window). The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy. Diversity and Inclusion The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window). Apply and further information This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window) initiative. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Contact point for applicants Job contact : Name : HORC Campaign Team (Corporate Enabler) Email : horccampaignteamcorporateenablershomeoffice.gov.uk Recruitment team Email : HOrecruitment.grscabinetoffice.gov.uk Further information If you feel that your application has not been treated in accordance with the recruitment principles, and wish to make a complaint, then you should contact in the first instance HORecruitment.GRScabinetoffice.gov.uk. If you are not satisfied with the response that you receive, then you can contact the Civil Service Commission. Attachments candidate_information_v12_December_2024 Opens in new window (pdf, 658kB) Pre-employment Checking - Document Requirements (V14) 12-08-2024 Opens in new window (pdf, 464kB) Framework Version 8 SFIA Opens in new window (pdf, 1483kB) Share this page Print Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn GMail