Graduate Cyber Security Consultant

Dvla's Swansea
Charing Cross, United Kingdom
11 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Junior
Compensation
£ 59K

Job location

Remote
Charing Cross, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Artificial Intelligence
Cloud Computing
Computer Security

Job description

DVLA are looking for a Senior Cyber Security Consultant to join their Cyber Security Services team. In this role you will provide cyber security consultancy across DVLA's large IT estate, supporting the secure delivery of systems and digital services used by millions of UK citizens. Flexible, hybrid working (60% Swansea office based) with a salary of up to £58,997 (depending upon assessment) plus a generous Civil Service Pension of 28.97% and other Civil Service benefits.Job SummaryAs a Cyber Security Consultant, you will join the Cyber Security Services team providing cyber security consultancy across DVLA's IT programmes and services. The role supports both project delivery and business-as-usual activities, ensuring that cyber security risks are identified, assessed and appropriately managed.You will work closely with architects, engineers and delivery teams to review technical designs, assess cyber security risks and ensure security requirements are embedded within systems and services. This role plays a key part in ensuring DVLA continues to deliver secure-by-design digital services, supporting the design and implementation of systems aligned with UK Government security policies and industry best practice.Open SessionWould you like to find out more about the role, the team and what it's like to work in this department? If so, DVLA are organising an open session where you can virtually 'meet the team' on Tuesday 17th March at 12pm.Follow application link for booking info.ResponsibilitiesProvide cyber security consultancy and expert advice to IT programmes, projects and operational teams across DVLA.Conduct cyber security risk assessments using agreed methodologies, supporting informed IT and information risk management decisions.Ensure cyber security requirements are incorporated into technical designs and architectural decisions across DVLA systems and services.Build and maintain strong relationships with project stakeholders including senior managers, project managers, engineers and other IT specialists.Contribute to DVLA's digital transformation programmes by supporting solution evaluation, technology selection and overall security assurance.About youYou will be an experienced cyber security professional with problem-solving skills and the ability to assess security risks across technical systems and services. You will be comfortable working in a consultancy-style role, providing advice and guidance to project teams and stakeholders to ensure security requirements are considered throughout the delivery of IT solutions.Essential skillsSolid knowledge of information security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST) and an understanding of cyber security principles used to secure modern systems and technologies.Strong understanding of risk, risk assessment and risk management techniques.Knowledge of cyber security principles and the challenges associated with securing different technologies., Experience delivering cyber security services within a business or, Proven AI Cyber Security Consultant role available for an individual who has deep AI and Security Assurance and Governance experience. You will act as an AI Security Consultant to support our client in providing them with real-time support in keeping their national...

Requirements

organisational environment, Strong problem-solving, analytical and communication skills with a broad understanding of cloud-based environments.Desirable criteriaProfessional information security certifications - CISSP, CISM / equivalentExperience working with government security frameworks such as the Cyber Assessment FrameworkExperience working within public sector or large enterprise digital environmentsBenefitsAlongside your salary of £44,421 - £58,997, Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency contributes £12,868 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Plus:Best in class learning and development tailored to your role (inc. expensed certifications such as CISSP, CISM)An environment with flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balanceA culture encouraging inclusion and diversity with a range of staff communities to support all our colleaguesEmployer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salaryDigital communities with clear career frameworksOn-site gym plus personal training available (membership applies)On-site nursery, restaurant and coffee bar25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave)8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the King's birthdayFree parkingFurther informationThis is a Civil Service Grade SEO | Salary range £44,421 - £58,997.Please apply at your earliest convenience and no later than

11:55pm on 22nd March

with a CV that has evidence against the following criteria:Knowledge of the issues and techniques associated with securing a variety of technologies, and a knowledge of the cyber security industry.A substantial understanding of risk, and risk assessment and management techniques.Delivering cyber security services within a business or organisation.DVLA does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker License sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship.Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is SC. To allow for meaningful checks to be carried out, candidates will be required to have at least

5 years continuous residency in the UK .Interviews will take place from 6th April and will be conducted

face-to-face at DVLA's Swansea office (DVLA, Swansea, SA6 7JL).If you are an experienced cyber security professional with strong knowledge of information security, risk assessment and cyber security frameworks, we would welcome your application. This is an opportunity to contribute to the security of DVLA's large and complex IT environment that supports critical services used by millions of people across the UK.Apply now or contact Zee at Inspire People in complete confidence.

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