Job Description

We're looking for a proactive and technically-skilled Senior Digital Cyber Security & Compliance Specialist to help strengthen and evolve the cyber resilience of one of the largest NHS Trusts in the UK.
You'll act as a subject matter expert in cyber security -- providing hands-on support, technical assurance and specialist guidance to colleagues across Digital and Clinical teams. Working alongside the Chief Information Security Officer, the Digital Cyber Security & Compliance Manager, and senior colleagues across Datacentre, Networks, Operations and Architecture, you'll help design, implement and monitor controls that keep our systems, data and patients safe.
This is an exciting opportunity to work at enterprise scale -- protecting critical healthcare infrastructure, supporting national frameworks such as DSPT and NIS Regulations, and contributing directly to the Trust's long-term cyber strategy.
Main duties of the job
Act as a cyber security subject matter expert, supporting Trust-wide compliance with information security policies, standards and frameworks.
Monitor and analyse the Trust's digital infrastructure daily using enterprise security tools (e.g. AV, SIEM, EDR, firewall and encryption platforms) to detect and mitigate emerging threats.
Lead on incident investigation and forensics, ensuring accurate reporting, documentation and learning outcomes.
Conduct regular security testing and audits, producing high-quality reports and coordinating remediation activities with relevant teams.
Develop and maintain cyber security policies, procedures and awareness training to embed secure behaviours across the organisation.
Support the implementation and tuning of SIEM and related monitoring platforms, ensuring effective detection and response capabilities.
Provide technical input and assurance for projects, ensuring new solutions meet Trust and national security requirements.
Liaise with clinical, technical and supplier stakeholders to balance operational delivery with security best practice.
Contribute to risk assessments, documenting and escalating security risks through appropriate governance and assurance frameworks.
Keep abreast of current and emerging cyber threats, technologies and regulatory changes, translating these into practical advice for the organisation.
About us
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe - what better place to shape and develop your leadership career. We deliver care to over 1 million patients & users each year through our 10 hospitals and extensive community services. Our 30,000 plus strong workforce is central to our success and innovation.You will play a pivotal part in supporting our operational excellence and strategic ambitions. You'll work collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical teams, driving improvements that enhance patient experience, staff wellbeing, and service efficiency across the Trust.MFT offers a dynamic, inclusive environment where your leadership, ideas, and expertise are valued. You'll have access to professional development, digital tools and opportunities to contribute to transformational projects that shape the future of healthcare delivery.We are committed to supporting your growth and wellbeing, recognising the vital role you play in our organisation's success. Join us and help shape the future of our Trust--make a real difference to our teams, our services, and our communities, and fundamentally, our patients.
Details
Date posted
15 December 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
47,810 to 54,710 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
349-COR-7612109-RL4
Job locations
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Oxford Road
Manchester
M13 9WL
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your applicationHere 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. 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. Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your applicationHere 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. 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.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• MCSE or equivalent level and Degree Level (or) Equivalent knowledge skills and experience
• Demonstrate commitment to ongoing personal development
• Evidence of Personal Development

Desirable

• Expert knowledge of IT security industry and developments.
• CISSP qualification

Knowledge/Experience
Essential

• Expert knowledge of current IT cyber security issues
• Experience developing and managing best-of-breed enterprise IT security appliances
• Management of a complex IT Infrastructure within the NHS or large enterprise level organisation
• Contingency and Disaster Recovery Planning.
• Expert knowledge of security standards, legislation and best practice
• Ability to think ahead and anticipate problems, issues and solutions
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Experience providing IT focused Enterprise Architecture and strategy

Desirable

• Work under pressure with time restrictions
• Citrix XenDesktop/XenApp Experience
• Exchange 2010/13 infrastructure knowledge
• Firewall technologies knowledge
• SAN Technologies
• VMware knowledge
• Azure / AWS

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• MCSE or equivalent level and Degree Level (or) Equivalent knowledge skills and experience
• Demonstrate commitment to ongoing personal development
• Evidence of Personal Development

Desirable

• Expert knowledge of IT security industry and developments.
• CISSP qualification

Knowledge/Experience
Essential

• Expert knowledge of current IT cyber security issues
• Experience developing and managing best-of-breed enterprise IT security appliances
• Management of a complex IT Infrastructure within the NHS or large enterprise level organisation
• Contingency and Disaster Recovery Planning.
• Expert knowledge of security standards, legislation and best practice
• Ability to think ahead and anticipate problems, issues and solutions
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Experience providing IT focused Enterprise Architecture and strategy

Desirable

• Work under pressure with time restrictions
• Citrix XenDesktop/XenApp Experience
• Exchange 2010/13 infrastructure knowledge
• Firewall technologies knowledge
• SAN Technologies
• VMware knowledge
• Azure / AWS

Skills Required