Senior ISP IT Security

• Work as a Senior IT Security specialist within the council's ICT team
• Protect council systems, networks, and data from cyber threats and security risks
• Monitor systems to detect suspicious activity and respond to security incidents
• Investigate security breaches and take action to reduce risk and prevent recurrence
• Support the implementation of cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures
• Ensure systems are secure and compliant with legal, regulatory, and council requirements
• Work with IT teams to improve security across all digital services
• Carry out regular security checks, audits, and vulnerability assessments
• Help design and improve secure IT systems and infrastructure
• Provide expert advice on cybersecurity issues to staff and management
• Support incident response planning and business continuity arrangements
• Maintain accurate records of security incidents and actions taken
• Stay updated on new cyber threats and recommend improvements
• Support user awareness training to reduce security risks caused by human error

Do you have experience in Network security?, * Strong experience in cyber security or IT security roles

• Good knowledge of cyber threats, risks, and how to prevent them
• Experience monitoring systems and handling security incidents
• Ability to carry out vulnerability assessments and security checks
• Experience working with IT teams in a complex organisation (public sector experience is a plus)
• Strong understanding of security policies, standards, and compliance requirements

Technical Knowledge:

• Knowledge of cybersecurity tools, systems, and best practices
• Understanding of network security, data protection, and system hardening
• Awareness of incident response and disaster recovery processes

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure, especially during security incidents
• Good communication skills to explain technical issues clearly
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Attention to detail and strong focus on risk reduction
• Ability to advise and support non-technical staff on security matters, * Senior IT Security specialist : 2 years (required)
• cyber security or IT security: 2 years (required)