Cybersecurity Governance Lead (E2026044)

EirGrid Group has a unique role to play in leading this radical transformation of our power system in support of the transition to renewable energy. This will require pioneering engineering effort together with enhanced IT capability to respond successfully to the scale of disruption. This offers a unique opportunity to further your career in IT while playing a significant role in delivering EirGrid Group’s IT transformation.

We are an IT intensive business, and we operate a state-of-the-art, specialised business-critical systems, 24/7. Our future has never looked more exciting. And this is an incredible opportunity to be part of it. The world is ready for change. If you are too, join us.

The Team

This role is part of a well-established Enterprise Security team, who lead in the design, implementation and troubleshooting of IT security solutions across a variety of technical platforms, data networks and security domains. The solutions involved underpin the organisation’s corporate, market and power system operational functions.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Governance Lead to drive the development, review, and implementation of enterprise security policies and standards within our Cyber Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) unit at EirGrid. This role is crucial in ensuring that our cybersecurity governance framework aligns with organisational objectives and regulatory requirements, fostering a culture of security awareness and compliance across the enterprise. The successful candidate will be responsible for the dissemination of security policies, standards, and practices while overseeing compliance and risk management initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Policy Development and Management: Lead the creation, review, and update of enterprise cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures, ensuring they reflect best practices, regulatory requirements, and organisational goals. 
• Standards Approval and Dissemination: Oversee the approval process for security policies and standards, ensuring relevant stakeholders are engaged and informed about changes. Facilitate the dissemination of policies to ensure compliance and understanding throughout the organisation. 
• Compliance Monitoring and Reporting: Implement a compliance monitoring programme to assess adherence to established policies and standards. Regularly report findings to senior management and provide recommendations for improvement. 
• Risk Management Oversight: Collaborate with risk management teams to identify, assess, and prioritise cybersecurity risks, ensuring effective controls and mitigations are in place and aligned with policy standards. 
• Training and Awareness: Design and deliver training programmes to promote security awareness among employees regarding security policies and compliance requirements. Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement in security practices. 
• Collaboration with Stakeholders: Work closely with IT, legal, and business units to align cybersecurity standards with overall business objectives, ensuring a comprehensive approach to risk management and compliance. 
• Regulatory Compliance: Stay informed about relevant regulatory and industry requirements affecting cybersecurity governance. 
• Continuous Improvement: Assess the effectiveness of current policies and governance frameworks. Identify areas for enhancement and lead initiatives to refine processes, improve security posture, and mitigate risks. 
• Documentation Management: Maintain accurate documentation and website of all policies, procedures, and compliance reports to ensure transparency and accountability in governance practices. 

About You

• At least 7-10 years of experience in cybersecurity, governance or compliance roles, with a particular focus on policy development and management. 
• Proven experience in conducting compliance assessments and managing governance within an enterprise environment. 
• Comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity governance frameworks, risk management methodologies, and compliance standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework). 
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements affecting cybersecurity, including privacy laws and industry standards.

Desirable

• Exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills, enabling thorough evaluation of complex data and development of effective policies. 
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. 
• Strong leadership and collaboration capabilities to engage cross-functional teams in governance and compliance initiatives.

Closing date for applications
05/12/2025

We're dedicated to diversity and inclusion at Eirgrid. We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and the importance of a supportive culture for all our people to achieve their potential. Our diversity and inclusion networks have been designed to create an inclusive culture that enables our people to feel a sense of belonging at work.

As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process