Associate Cyber Responder

At FCDO Services we protect the UK’s interests at home and overseas. We design and construct secure government buildings and courier diplomatic packages worldwide, safeguard government tech and a whole lot more. Our work is as varied and vital as it gets, but we never lose sight of our people. Their skills, aspirations and growth mean as much as the global mission we’re on. In our world, it all matters., Our Technology and Operations team is at the forefront of digital solutions and services for FCDO and Government. They provide best in-class solutions for our clients, helping to shape and support a data driven future for UK government. Whether it’s creating bespoke, secure software, offering programme and application support or moving an entire embassy’s servers to a Cloud platform. No matter the task, they are on hand to support. Join them in this important role and you’ll have the opportunity to lead them on the next stage of our exciting journey., As an Associate Cyber Responder within our collaborative and supportive team, you will use a range of tools and approaches as you assist with investigating and recovery from cyber security incidents that occur in our organisation – these could involve applications, servers, storage and laptops. Helping to conduct tests and checks to monitor compliance with incident response and recovery plans, we will also expect you to analyse security breaches and recommend solutions to mitigate against similar incidents occurring in the future. Providing high quality technical security advice to colleagues and customers, you will also explain the likely business impact of vulnerabilities and make recommendations that will reduce their effect.

You will have a range of additional responsibilities – these include contributing to the development of the strategies and policies that protect FCDO Services and our customers against security threats, and providing advice and consultancy on the security aspects of projects our organisation is working on. Assessing the potential impact of tests to be deployed and escalating when risks are posed to the performance of live systems, you will also be committed to maintaining your professional development in line with emerging technologies and best practice. You will also be expected to participate in the team’s 24/7 on-call service, supporting the investigation and remediation of security issues as they arise., Your CV and personal statement will not form part of the assessment they will provide an insight into your work history and experience.

Your CV should include:

• no personal identifying details
• career history with key responsibilities
• achievements
• qualifications

Your personal statement should outline your interest in the role.

Candidates will only be sifted on answers provided to the technical/ job specific questions which are outlined in the application form.

If we receive a large number of applications, we will conduct an initial sift on the Lead Criteria only. If you pass the initial sift you will be progressed to full sift or directly to interview.

Those that are successful will be invited to a Face to face interview.

At the interview you will be asked a blend of questions on technical/job specific skills and behaviours. The candidate will need to complete a job specific exercise.

Candidates who are judged to be close to meeting the criteria may be considered for other positions in FCDO Services which may be at a lower grade, but have a potential skills match. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Security

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is developed vetting .

See our vetting charter . People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.

Do you have experience in Presentation skills?, To be a success in this important role you should have well developed experience of resolving technical problems in an IT setting, an NVQ Level 3 in IT or Cyber Security or equivalent hands-on experience, and a natural aptitude for and interest in all aspects of IT and IT security. A highly effective, confident and collaborative team player, the skills to use a variety of tools to manipulate date would be desirable. In addition, the ability to produce clear and concise technical documentation would be a bonus.

You will be working in a fast-paced environment, and as this is a role where there will be plenty of opportunities to develop your career, you should possess the drive and ambition to take on more responsibilities and progress within our organisation., * Working experience in IT resolving technical problems - Lead Criteria

• NVQ Level 3 in IT or Cyber Security or equivalent experience
• Strong interest in IT and IT Security
• Able to work effectively in a team, NVQ Level 3 in IT or Cyber Security or equivalent experience, * Changing and Improving
• Developing Self and Others
• Managing a Quality Service

Technical skills

We’ll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:

• Working experience in IT resolving technical problems
• NVQ Level 3 in IT or Cyber Security or equivalent experience
• Strong interest in IT and IT Security
• Able to work effectively in a team

We only ask for evidence of these technical skills on your application form:

• Working experience in IT resolving technical problems
• NVQ Level 3 in IT or Cyber Security or equivalent experience
• Able to work effectively in a team, This vacancy is using Success Profiles , and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills., Successful candidates will be expected to have a medical.

Nationality requirements

Open to UK nationals only.

Pulled from the full job description

• Shuttle service provided
• Company pension
• On-site gym, But we’re always looking to improve – just like you. That’s why when you join us, expect to receive a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement and a Civil Service Pension. Along with this, you’ll also have access to training and other development opportunities to help grow your career with us. Our offices have an on-site gym, nursery, café, and restaurant, and we offer interest-free loans on season tickets and bikes to help you get there. It’s a great set of benefits made to support all you do, and all you need., Alongside your salary of £33,873, FCDO Services contributes £9,813 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides .
• Learning and development tailored to your role
• An environment with flexible working options
• A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
• A Civil Service pension
• A leave allowance of 25 days per annum
• 9 days per annum public and privilege days
• Free shuttle bus available between central Milton Keynes and Hanslope Park