Head of SOC (Ref: 11271)
Ministry of Justice UKUnited Kingdom1 day ago
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Job Summary
This is a Nationally based role
Job Description
Head of SOC
Location: National*
Closing Date: 10th November
Interviews: W/C 24th November (subject to change)
Grade: G6
(MoJ candidates who are on a specialist grade, will be able to retain this grade on lateral transfer)
Salary: London: £75,674 - £93,025 (which may include an allowance of up to £17,351). National: £71,381 - £88,900 (which may include an allowance of up to £17,519).
Working pattern: Full time, part time, flexible working, job share.
Contract Type: Permanent.
We’re recruiting for a Head of SOC here at Justice Digital, to be part of our warm and collaborative Digital Infrastructure and Security Operations (DISO) team.
The role aligns to the Head of Security Operations position within the Government Security Profession Framework, and will be leading teams in the Monitoring, Response, Vulnerability Management and Cyber Risk specialisms.
We are looking for a temporary Head of SOC to lead the team delivering vital cyber protection and intelligence to the Ministry of Justice in its routine operation and through the next phase of its transformation which will culminate in an external maturity assessment in December 2025. The role is also a key member of the wider MOJ Cyber Security Profession.
As Head of SOC you will be required to provide strategic direction and build capability as we undertake the remainder of a significant Security Operations Transformation. You will also drive operational performance against agreed KPIs. The role will require you to lead a large team of security analysts (approx. 35) engaged in Protective Monitoring, Incident Handling and Threat Intelligence.
Key Responsibilities:
Person Specification
Essential
There may be an opportunity for the postholder to undergo Developed Vetting (DV) checks once in post, should this be deemed appropriate for the role.
We welcome the unique contribution diverse applicants bring and do not discriminate based on culture, ethnicity, race, nationality or national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, religion or belief, disability status, sexual orientation, educational or social background or any other factor.
Our values are Purpose, Humanity Openness and Together. Find out more here about how we celebrate diversity and an inclusive culture in our workplace.
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 and the Civil Service D&I Strategy
Use of Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.
Terms & Conditions
Please review our Terms and Conditions which set out how we recruit and provide further information related to the role and salary arrangements.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact [email protected]
Head of SOC
Location: National*
Closing Date: 10th November
Interviews: W/C 24th November (subject to change)
Grade: G6
(MoJ candidates who are on a specialist grade, will be able to retain this grade on lateral transfer)
Salary: London: £75,674 - £93,025 (which may include an allowance of up to £17,351). National: £71,381 - £88,900 (which may include an allowance of up to £17,519).
Working pattern: Full time, part time, flexible working, job share.
Contract Type: Permanent.
We’re recruiting for a Head of SOC here at Justice Digital, to be part of our warm and collaborative Digital Infrastructure and Security Operations (DISO) team.
The role aligns to the Head of Security Operations position within the Government Security Profession Framework, and will be leading teams in the Monitoring, Response, Vulnerability Management and Cyber Risk specialisms.
We are looking for a temporary Head of SOC to lead the team delivering vital cyber protection and intelligence to the Ministry of Justice in its routine operation and through the next phase of its transformation which will culminate in an external maturity assessment in December 2025. The role is also a key member of the wider MOJ Cyber Security Profession.
As Head of SOC you will be required to provide strategic direction and build capability as we undertake the remainder of a significant Security Operations Transformation. You will also drive operational performance against agreed KPIs. The role will require you to lead a large team of security analysts (approx. 35) engaged in Protective Monitoring, Incident Handling and Threat Intelligence.
Essential
There may be an opportunity for the postholder to undergo Developed Vetting (DV) checks once in post, should this be deemed appropriate for the role.
We welcome the unique contribution diverse applicants bring and do not discriminate based on culture, ethnicity, race, nationality or national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, religion or belief, disability status, sexual orientation, educational or social background or any other factor.
Our values are Purpose, Humanity Openness and Together. Find out more here about how we celebrate diversity and an inclusive culture in our workplace.
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 and the Civil Service D&I Strategy
Use of Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.
Terms & Conditions
Please review our Terms and Conditions which set out how we recruit and provide further information related to the role and salary arrangements.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact [email protected]
Person specification
Please Refer To Attached Job Description
Alongside your salary of £71,381, Ministry of Justice contributes £20,679 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.
Link: https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ
Selection process details
How To Apply
Candidates must submit a CV and a separate statement of suitability (of no more than 750 words) which describes how you meet the requirements set out in the Person Specification above. Candidates who do not submit both a CV and a separate statement of suitability will not be invited to attend an interview.
Application Guidance
Please access the following link for guidance on how to apply and how to complete a Personal Statement
Application Guidance
In Justice Digital, We Recruit Using a Combination Of The Government Security Profession And Success Profiles Frameworks. We Will Assess Your Experience And The Following Behaviours During The Assessment Process:
Successful candidates who meet the required standard will then be invited to a 1-hour panel interview held via video conference.
At the sift stage, candidates will be assessed on all essential criteria.
At the interview stage, candidates will be assessed on all essential criteria and behaviours.
Should We Receive a High Volume Of Applications, a Pre-sift Based On The Following Criteria Will Be Conducted Before The Sift:
Leadership. You will be a skilled and effective leader who is able to develop and maintain a team as it undertakes a significant transformation. You will have a strong ability to develop and implement strategy collaboratively.
Good understanding of Cyber Security Principles. You will have a good understanding of Security Operations and Cyber Security Principles. You will understand the SOC capability and how it can identify and mitigate cyber security risk to support the MOJ.
Should you be unsuccessful in the role that you have applied for but demonstrate the capability for a role at a lower level, we reserve the right to discuss this opportunity with you and offer you the position without needing a further application.
A reserve list may be held for up to 12 months, from which further appointments may be made.
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.
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:
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.
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).
The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. Read more about prison leaver recruitment (opens in new window).
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 :
Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. If you feel a department has breached the requirement of the Recruitment Principles and would like to raise this, please contact SSCL ([email protected]) in the first instance. If the role has been advertised externally (outside of the Civil Service) and you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission please visit their web pages: http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitment/complaints/
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Job Summary
This is a Nationally based role
Job Description
Head of SOC
Location: National*
Closing Date: 10th November
Interviews: W/C 24th November (subject to change)
Grade: G6
(MoJ candidates who are on a specialist grade, will be able to retain this grade on lateral transfer)
Salary: London: £75,674 - £93,025 (which may include an allowance of up to £17,351). National: £71,381 - £88,900 (which may include an allowance of up to £17,519).
Working pattern: Full time, part time, flexible working, job share.
Contract Type: Permanent.
- We offer a hybrid working model, allowing for a balance between remote work and time spent in your local office. Office locations can be found ON THIS MAP
We’re recruiting for a Head of SOC here at Justice Digital, to be part of our warm and collaborative Digital Infrastructure and Security Operations (DISO) team.
The role aligns to the Head of Security Operations position within the Government Security Profession Framework, and will be leading teams in the Monitoring, Response, Vulnerability Management and Cyber Risk specialisms.
We are looking for a temporary Head of SOC to lead the team delivering vital cyber protection and intelligence to the Ministry of Justice in its routine operation and through the next phase of its transformation which will culminate in an external maturity assessment in December 2025. The role is also a key member of the wider MOJ Cyber Security Profession.
As Head of SOC you will be required to provide strategic direction and build capability as we undertake the remainder of a significant Security Operations Transformation. You will also drive operational performance against agreed KPIs. The role will require you to lead a large team of security analysts (approx. 35) engaged in Protective Monitoring, Incident Handling and Threat Intelligence.
- Please note that we are also recruiting for a G7 Deputy Head of SOC position, this additional position will be recruited for via the merit / near miss list from this campaign.*
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure that the SOC is operationally effective. You will be responsible for ensuring that the SOC identifies and manages threats and incidents effectively. You will develop and meet meaningful KPIs to support maintenance of the MOJs Cyber Security Posture.
- Lead the MOJ Security Operations Centre (SOC) as it continues to undertake a significant people, processes and technology transformation. You will manage the ongoing change effectively bringing the team with you.
- Develop the individual and collective capabilities of SOC personnel to ensure that they can exploit the technology and implement processes effectively to provide an assured level of operational capability.
- You will be responsible for ensuring that the SOC engages with its many stakeholders across the MOJ effectively. You will communicate effectively with a wide range of audiences providing Senior Leaders with a good understanding of SOC performance and cyber security trends.
- You will be a key member of the Security Operations leadership team responsible for delivery of an Operating Model that will be scrutinised during an external maturity assessment.
Person Specification
Essential
- Leadership. You will be a skilled and effective leader who is able to develop and maintain a team as it undertakes a significant transformation. You will have a strong ability to develop and implement strategy collaboratively.
- Good understanding of Cyber Security Principles. You will have a good understanding of Security Operations and Cyber Security Principles. You will understand the SOC capability and how it can identify and mitigate cyber security risk to support the MOJ.
- You will have a strong operational focus and will be able to ensure that the SOC meets its operational commitments – meeting and balancing cyber security and operational priorities effectively.
- Collaborative. You will be comfortable with taking views from experts and accepting challenge and able to navigate and accommodate differing opinions whilst confident to take decisions when required.
- Communication. You will be an effective communicator comfortable delivering information to a variety of internal and external audiences; you will be confident briefing senior leaders.
There may be an opportunity for the postholder to undergo Developed Vetting (DV) checks once in post, should this be deemed appropriate for the role.
We welcome the unique contribution diverse applicants bring and do not discriminate based on culture, ethnicity, race, nationality or national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, religion or belief, disability status, sexual orientation, educational or social background or any other factor.
Our values are Purpose, Humanity Openness and Together. Find out more here about how we celebrate diversity and an inclusive culture in our workplace.
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 and the Civil Service D&I Strategy
Use of Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.
Terms & Conditions
Please review our Terms and Conditions which set out how we recruit and provide further information related to the role and salary arrangements.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact [email protected]
Head of SOC
Location: National*
Closing Date: 10th November
Interviews: W/C 24th November (subject to change)
Grade: G6
(MoJ candidates who are on a specialist grade, will be able to retain this grade on lateral transfer)
Salary: London: £75,674 - £93,025 (which may include an allowance of up to £17,351). National: £71,381 - £88,900 (which may include an allowance of up to £17,519).
Working pattern: Full time, part time, flexible working, job share.
Contract Type: Permanent.
- We offer a hybrid working model, allowing for a balance between remote work and time spent in your local office. Office locations can be found ON THIS MAP
We’re recruiting for a Head of SOC here at Justice Digital, to be part of our warm and collaborative Digital Infrastructure and Security Operations (DISO) team.
The role aligns to the Head of Security Operations position within the Government Security Profession Framework, and will be leading teams in the Monitoring, Response, Vulnerability Management and Cyber Risk specialisms.
We are looking for a temporary Head of SOC to lead the team delivering vital cyber protection and intelligence to the Ministry of Justice in its routine operation and through the next phase of its transformation which will culminate in an external maturity assessment in December 2025. The role is also a key member of the wider MOJ Cyber Security Profession.
As Head of SOC you will be required to provide strategic direction and build capability as we undertake the remainder of a significant Security Operations Transformation. You will also drive operational performance against agreed KPIs. The role will require you to lead a large team of security analysts (approx. 35) engaged in Protective Monitoring, Incident Handling and Threat Intelligence.
- Please note that we are also recruiting for a G7 Deputy Head of SOC position, this additional position will be recruited for via the merit / near miss list from this campaign.*
Essential
- Leadership. You will be a skilled and effective leader who is able to develop and maintain a team as it undertakes a significant transformation. You will have a strong ability to develop and implement strategy collaboratively.
- Good understanding of Cyber Security Principles. You will have a good understanding of Security Operations and Cyber Security Principles. You will understand the SOC capability and how it can identify and mitigate cyber security risk to support the MOJ.
- You will have a strong operational focus and will be able to ensure that the SOC meets its operational commitments – meeting and balancing cyber security and operational priorities effectively.
- Collaborative. You will be comfortable with taking views from experts and accepting challenge and able to navigate and accommodate differing opinions whilst confident to take decisions when required.
- Communication. You will be an effective communicator comfortable delivering information to a variety of internal and external audiences; you will be confident briefing senior leaders.
There may be an opportunity for the postholder to undergo Developed Vetting (DV) checks once in post, should this be deemed appropriate for the role.
We welcome the unique contribution diverse applicants bring and do not discriminate based on culture, ethnicity, race, nationality or national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, religion or belief, disability status, sexual orientation, educational or social background or any other factor.
Our values are Purpose, Humanity Openness and Together. Find out more here about how we celebrate diversity and an inclusive culture in our workplace.
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 and the Civil Service D&I Strategy
Use of Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.
Terms & Conditions
Please review our Terms and Conditions which set out how we recruit and provide further information related to the role and salary arrangements.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact [email protected]
Person specification
Please Refer To Attached Job Description
Alongside your salary of £71,381, Ministry of Justice contributes £20,679 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.
- Access to learning and development
- A working environment that supports a range of flexible working options to enhance your work life balance
- A working culture which encourages inclusion and diversity
- A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%
- Annual Leave
- Public Holidays
- Season Ticket Advance
Link: https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ
Selection process details
How To Apply
Candidates must submit a CV and a separate statement of suitability (of no more than 750 words) which describes how you meet the requirements set out in the Person Specification above. Candidates who do not submit both a CV and a separate statement of suitability will not be invited to attend an interview.
Application Guidance
Please access the following link for guidance on how to apply and how to complete a Personal Statement
Application Guidance
In Justice Digital, We Recruit Using a Combination Of The Government Security Profession And Success Profiles Frameworks. We Will Assess Your Experience And The Following Behaviours During The Assessment Process:
- Leadership
- Changing and improving
- Making effective decisions
- Delivering at pace
Successful candidates who meet the required standard will then be invited to a 1-hour panel interview held via video conference.
At the sift stage, candidates will be assessed on all essential criteria.
At the interview stage, candidates will be assessed on all essential criteria and behaviours.
Should We Receive a High Volume Of Applications, a Pre-sift Based On The Following Criteria Will Be Conducted Before The Sift:
Leadership. You will be a skilled and effective leader who is able to develop and maintain a team as it undertakes a significant transformation. You will have a strong ability to develop and implement strategy collaboratively.
Good understanding of Cyber Security Principles. You will have a good understanding of Security Operations and Cyber Security Principles. You will understand the SOC capability and how it can identify and mitigate cyber security risk to support the MOJ.
Should you be unsuccessful in the role that you have applied for but demonstrate the capability for a role at a lower level, we reserve the right to discuss this opportunity with you and offer you the position without needing a further application.
A reserve list may be held for up to 12 months, from which further appointments may be made.
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.
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
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.
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).
The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. Read more about prison leaver recruitment (opens in new window).
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 : SSCL Recruitment Enquiries Team
- Email : [email protected]
- Telephone : 0345 241 5359
- Email : [email protected]
Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. If you feel a department has breached the requirement of the Recruitment Principles and would like to raise this, please contact SSCL ([email protected]) in the first instance. If the role has been advertised externally (outside of the Civil Service) and you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission please visit their web pages: http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitment/complaints/
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