Government Chief Security Officer

Role overview

The Government Chief Security Officer is recognised as the lead government security official. They are responsible for leading the Government Security Group, defining its high-level vision, objectives and strategy, as well as overseeing day-to-day operations in support of security across government. They are accountable to the Chief Executive of the Civil Service and the wider Civil Service Board.

Role expectations

• Anticipate changing conditions and trends, and influence government to adjust and respond appropriately
  
• Champion a positive security culture across government, ensuring appropriate resource allocation into initiatives within the Government Security Function
  
• Champion and promote the Government Security Profession as well as other relevant wider government and industry communities
  
• Actively develop and manage relationships and interdependencies with key internal and external stakeholders

Skills

Core learning

Expert

SCS Effective Risk Culture Leadership (For Non-Risk Professionals)

Certified ISO 22301 Lead Implementer

ISO 28000