Security Assurance Officer United Kingdom
Job description
Security Assurance Officer Full time / Part time Flexible working options available and potential job shares Salary: £29,895 - £38,130pa (dependent on experience) Location: Flexible ed to our Wilmslow, London, Edinburgh, Cardiff or Belfast office, however, through hybrid working we offer flexible home and office-based working opportunities. There will be times when you will be expected to attend the office to collaborate with colleagues or travel due to business need. Cyber Security - ICO Digital, Data and Technology The ICO Cyber security team is expanding to meet the opportunities created by our ICO25 Strategic Plan and our objective for our stakeholders of empowering you through information. This represents an exciting time to join the team, bringing your experience and capabilities as well as potential to learn and develop, in a high profile and dynamic environment. The Cyber Security team is part of our wider Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) directorate, and ensures that we support the objectives of secure by design. In DDaT, we make sure that the ICO's technology and data empower our people to do their best work. Our digital services empower organisations to use data responsibly and empower the public to have their information rights protected. Our Cyber Team enables us to use data securely. Why work for the ICO? Pay progression scheme. Hybrid and flexible working options. 25 days paid holiday per year, plus privilege and public holidays. Flexi leave (up to 26 additional days leave per year). Pension (employer contribution around 26.6%). Online discount scheme to save money at major supermarkets, retailers, gyms, restaurants, insurance providers and many more. Health Cash Plan. Fantastic development opportunities to learn and progress. About us The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) is the independent regulator of information rights. In a data-driven world, we provide advice, guidance, and support to organisations enabling compliance with their obligations, as well as protecting individuals and their personal data. As an employer, we are passionate about making a positive difference to the lives and careers of our people, and we empower you to be curious, impactful, collaborative and respectful. About the role As Security Assurance Officer, you will provide specialist security advice and support to the organisation to help ensure the protection of digital and non-digital information assets in line with regulatory requirements and applicable standards. Advising IT staff and business managers on cyber security risks and controls, including procedures and staff behaviours you will draft cyber security policies and procedures, particularly for the secure operation of systems. Brief and train non-cyber staff on cyber security awareness and safe practice. Manage external providers. Identify and assess cyber threat. Track vulnerabilities in software, systems and networks. Identify and assess cyber security risks and recommend measures to manage them. Test and report on the security of an organisation's systems and networks Work with managers in other teams to ensure effective cyber security across the organisation. Technical security KPI's. Leadership and management of cross function security engagement. About you Experience relevant to the role requirements, accumulated through any combination of academic or vocational qualifications or experience. Basic knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements, including GDPR. Basic knowledge of recognised security standards, including the ISO/IEC 27001 standard. Good written communication skills for producing guidance and reports. Good verbal communication skills for engaging with stakeholders and providing clear advice. Good analytical skills for assessing logs, records and reports. Ability and enthusiasm to continuously learn and apply knowledge. Ability to handle a varied and demanding workload, and to prioritise work accordingly. Ability to work on own initiative with minimal supervision. Ability to make presentations to small groups. Equality, diversity, and inclusion The ICO is committed to promoting and enhancing equality, diversity, and inclusion. We are focused on developing a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve and together we are building an inclusive workplace where all of our colleagues have the opportunity to make a real difference. We are championing this through our Equality Diversity and Inclusion Board together with a number of staff networks. Read more about our commitment on our website. If you have a disability or impairment and have difficulty using our online application system, please email us and we can arrange for you to submit an application via an alternative method. Closing Date Please submit your CV by 23:59, Sunday 23 July 2023 We reserve the right to close this vacancy before this date should we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is considered. ICO
