Communications Officer (Cyber Security)

Location: Central Oxford (hybrid working, minimum one day onsite weekly)

Contract: Part-time (0.6 FTE), fixed term until 31 July 2029

About Us

Join the University of Oxford, ranked the world's leading university for eleven consecutive years, where centuries of tradition meet world-changing innovation. We offer an inspiring, inclusive environment where you can contribute to groundbreaking research, develop professionally and make a meaningful difference.

The Office of the Chief Digital Information Officer (OCDIO) supports the digital services underpinning the University's teaching, research and administration. Its Communications team works closely with technology specialists, including the Cyber Security unit, to protect Oxford's people, information and systems while strengthening cyber security awareness across the University.

What We Offer

Working at Oxford comes with excellent benefits, including:

• 38 days' annual leave, including public holidays, with options to purchase additional leave.
• Generous family leave, including up to 26 weeks' full-pay maternity and adoption leave and 12 weeks' full-pay paternity/partner leave.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• An excellent contributory pension scheme.
• Sustainable travel benefits, including cycle loans, discounted bus travel and season ticket loans.
• Access to University social, cultural and sports clubs.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Communications Officer (Cyber Security) to deliver engaging, accessible and effective communications supporting the University's Cyber Security strategy.

Working collaboratively with cyber security specialists and communications colleagues, you will raise awareness of cyber threats, promote secure digital practices and help staff and students understand their responsibilities in protecting University information and systems.

You will translate complex technical information into clear, audience-focused messaging, develop and deliver communications plans, support operational communications and evaluate their effectiveness.

This is an opportunity to contribute directly to protecting Oxford's research, teaching and digital services while strengthening cyber security culture across a large and diverse institution.

About You

You will be an excellent writer and communicator, able to quickly understand technical information and present it clearly to different audiences through appropriate channels.

You should demonstrate:

• An interest in or understanding of cyber security.
• Strong strategic communications planning and delivery skills.
• Experience producing engaging, accessible content.
• Confidence responding professionally to sensitive or fast-moving situations.
• Ability to evaluate communications activities and improve outcomes.
• Initiative, independence and excellent collaborative working skills.

You will be comfortable navigating a complex organisation, managing competing priorities and building productive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.

Application Process

To apply, please submit a covering letter or supporting statement, your CV and details of two referees.

Application deadline: 12 noon, Monday 9 November 2026.

Interview date: Thursday 19 November 2026.

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