Cyber Governance and Capability Manager

Advert Closes: Thursday 17th July

Could you be the strategic force behind The Crown Estate’s cyber resilience?

Shape the future of cyber security at one of the UK’s most influential organisations. The Crown Estate is a unique business with a rich heritage and a clear purpose: to create lasting and shared prosperity for the nation. As we continue our journey of digital transformation, we are seeking a highly capable Cyber Governance and Capability Manager to help shape and safeguard our cyber security landscape.

This is more than a technical role – it’s a strategic leadership opportunity to influence how we protect our people, data, and reputation in a rapidly evolving digital world.

About the Role

As Cyber Governance and Capability Manager, you will play a central role in defining and embedding cyber security governance across the organisation. Reporting to the Director of Cyber Security Solutions and Assurance, you will:

• Lead the development and maintenance of our cyber security strategy, policies, and standards.
• Oversee the governance of the cyber security function, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and report on cyber risks, working closely with the Risk and Assurance team to ensure effective mitigation.
• Drive the development of cyber security capabilities across the organisation, supporting both internal teams and supply chain partners.
• Provide expert advice and leadership to senior stakeholders, helping them understand and respond to the evolving threat landscape.
• Support the creation and delivery of a security strategy that is aligned to The Crown Estate’s broader business goals and digital ambitions.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a strategic thinker and experienced leader with:

• An excellent track record in cyber security governance, risk, and compliance.
• Experience developing and implementing cyber security strategies, policies, and frameworks.
• Deep knowledge of ISO27001 and other relevant standards and regulations.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence both technical and non-technical audiences.
• A collaborative and proactive approach to leadership and change management.
• A commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.

Why Join Us?

• Purpose-Driven Work : Contribute to a mission that delivers long-term value for the UK.
• Strategic Influence : Work with senior leaders to shape the future of cyber security at The Crown Estate.
• Innovative Environment : Be part of a forward-thinking digital transformation journey.
• Supportive Culture : Join a collaborative and inclusive team committed to excellence.
• National Impact : Help protect the integrity of assets that matter to the country – from central London properties to offshore wind farms.

Apply now to be part of a nationally significant organisation where your expertise will make a lasting impact.

Our Offering / benefits:

As well as a competitive salary, pension and performance related bonus offering, we have a wealth of benefits available ranging from flexible working; market leading family policies and shopping discounts in the West End, to private healthcare; life and critical illness cover and 28 days holiday with the option to buy more. We value work life balance and your wellbeing highly, enabling you to be your best self to work.

Disability Disclaimer:

We are a proud disability confident employer and operate the offer of interview scheme Disability Confident employer scheme - GOV.UK ( .

We are happy to offer alternative application methods or formats and can be flexible on our process to enable you to have the best opportunity.

If you have any questions about our recruitment process or would like to talk about adjustments, please contact us on [email protected]