Job Details:
Salary Range: GBP 45,091 : GBP 47,181 per annum plus Market Supplement of GBP 10,000 per annum
Work Location: HIWFRS HQ, Eastleigh
Hours per week: 37
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 29 March 2026
Interview Date: 1 and 2 April 2026
Protect what matters. Leading cyber resilience for a critical public service.
The Role:
Cyber security is critical to keeping Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service operating safely and effectively. As Cyber Security Manager, you will play a pivotal role in protecting frontline services, critical systems, and sensitive data from an ever evolving cyber threat landscape.
This is a strategic leadership role with real influence : where your expertise directly supports public safety and operational resilience.
What you'll be doing:
:Leading and developing the Cyber Security Team, setting direction and driving high standards across the service.
:Safeguarding ICT infrastructure by overseeing cyber security tools, platforms, and controls.
:Owning and improving cyber security processes, ensuring risks are proactively identified and mitigated.
:Providing expert advice to senior stakeholders, ICT colleagues, suppliers, and partners.
:Shaping future capability, exploring innovative approaches to strengthen cyber resilience and efficiency.
You'll work proactively, anticipating the needs of the Service and ensuring cyber security is embedded into everything we do.
What we're looking for:
You'll be an experienced cyber security professional with:
:Proven experience in a similar cyber security leadership role.
:Good technical understanding of Microsoft technologies, Windows security, and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, Microsoft 365).
:Familiarity with ISO security standards.
:Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
:Demonstrated leadership ability and commercial awareness.
What we offer:
:Flexible and hybrid working.
:Generous pension scheme.
:On site parking.
:Gym access.
:Flu vaccinations and eye care vouchers.
:The opportunity to make a real difference in a public service organisation.
For more information, the Job Description and Person Specification, and our website.
If you are interested in applying for this role, please provide evidence against the key essential criteria on the Person Specification in the Job Description; this evidence will provide the basis for shortlisting applicants for interviews.
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 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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