Head of Cyber Policy

Successful candidates may be based in any of our office locations – Cardiff, Glasgow, or London. We especially welcome applicants from Cardiff and Glasgow.

Hybrid working – on average, currently one day per week in the office, or approximately 20% of the month.

Job summary

Ofgem is working at the forefront of the fight to combat cyber threats to Britain’s energy system and directing the charge to secure the infrastructure that underpins our transition to Net Zero. We’re now looking for a Head of Cyber Policy to join us and oversee cutting‑edge, high‑impact policy that will shape how cyber resilience is embedded across the energy sector.

Ofgem is Great Britain’s independent energy regulator. We’re at the forefront of change across the energy sector, driving toward Net Zero whilst protecting energy consumers, especially vulnerable people.

We’re offering a permanent opportunity to take on a pivotal leadership role at a time of significant transformation. This is a rare chance to coordinate a high‑profile policy area, shaping how cybersecurity is integrated into energy regulation and influencing outcomes that are critical to society. You’ll operate at the centre of major national programmes, ensuring policy keeps pace with rapid technological and system change.

As a senior leader, you’ll set the direction for a growing team and drive delivery across complex, cross‑government initiatives. You’ll play a central role in major programmes such as the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill and Smart Secure Electricity Systems, working closely with organisations including DSIT and DESNZ to ensure effective implementation and sector‑wide impact.

This role offers extensive exposure across government, regulators and industry, with responsibility for influencing how cyber resilience is embedded across policy from the earliest stages. You’ll be at the forefront of strategic decision‑making, balancing risk, innovation and consumer protection while driving collaboration across diverse stakeholders.

We’re looking for an experienced and credible leader with a strong track record of shaping policy in complex, technical environments. You’ll bring the ability to lead high‑performing teams, influence at senior levels and navigate ambiguity to deliver clear, strategic outcomes.

In return, you’ll join a collaborative and inclusive organisation with a hybrid working model, offering flexibility alongside meaningful, high‑impact work. You’ll be part of a culture that empowers leadership, encourages innovation and provides the platform to operate at the highest level across government and industry.

We have a critical purpose to strengthen cyber policy across the energy sector. Join us in combating evolving threats while enabling a secure, resilient and future‑ready energy system that supports the UK’s transition to Net Zero.

Person specification

• Demonstrated inclusive leadership in a complex technical or policy environment, with significant experience leading teams (formally or informally). Proven ability to set clear strategic direction and priorities while creating a high‑performing, empowering culture that enables people to reach their potential and deliver high‑quality outcomes. Builds and sustains strong, trusted relationships across diverse teams and stakeholders, driving accountability, collaboration and results.
• Significant experience of making policy decisions that balance risks, trade‑offs, and wider commercial and economic considerations. Able to understand, communicate and balance security or technical needs, alongside wider duties.
• Significant experience of leading the policy development of high‑profile, cross‑agency workstreams, and managing the input of relevant analytical, technical, and legal experts to appraise policy proposals.
• Strong track record of engaging, advising, and influencing stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership. Skilled in fostering collaboration and trust across a wide range of internal and external partners.
• An effective and engaging communicator, both verbally and in writing. Able to distil complex or technical subject matter into clear, relevant messages tailored to varied audiences, including senior stakeholders.
• Knowledge and/or expertise in Cyber Policy and/or energy regulation.

Behaviours

• Seeing the Big Picture
• Making Effective Decisions
• Leadership
• Delivering at Pace

Alongside your salary of £63,443, OFGEM contributes £18,379 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.

Ofgem can offer you a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes: 30 days annual leave after 2 years; excellent training and development opportunities; the opportunity to join the generous Civil Service pension which also includes a valuable range of benefits; hybrid working (currently 1 day a week in the office but this is kept under review), flexible working hours and family‑friendly policies. Plus lots of other benefits including clean and bright offices based centrally, engaged networks and teams and an opportunity to contribute to our ambitious and important targets of establishing a Net Zero energy system by 2050. This exciting blend of professional challenge and personal reward identifies career opportunities at Ofgem as something to get excited about.

At Ofgem, we expect our staff to carry out their roles with honesty, fairness and openness. They should follow the Civil Service code and be free from any influence or bias. We are committed to making sure interests are recognised, declared and managed appropriately so that we can fulfil our duties as an energy regulator. Our Conflicts of Interest policy outlines the types of interests Ofgem staff must declare before onboarding, and the rules they must follow throughout employment so that we can clearly demonstrate that our decisions are not influenced by private interests.

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