IT Security Officer


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Office for Students

Listed on

7th February 2019

Location

Bristol

Salary/Rate

£46682 - £53685

Type

Permanent

Start Date

ASAP

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The Office for Students (OfS) is the new independent regulator for higher education in England. We were created in 2018 to ensure that all students, whatever their background, have a fulfilling experience of higher education that enriches their lives and careers.

We see diversity as key. Having a breadth of cultures and heritages in our business brings about an inspiring and inclusive environment - so we warmly welcome talent from all backgrounds. We`re also very proud to be a Disability Confident employer, meaning we`ll provide a fully accessible recruitment process for qualifying disabled applicants.

With the world becoming ever more technology driven we`re making sure we keep ahead of the curve. Information Technology is fundamental to the OfS in being able to carry out our role as a regulator effectively. We have just made a major investment in new cloud based technology that underlines this commitment. Our IT team is at the forefront of tech development - remaining fresh and contemporary to ensure we embrace the direction of our industry. Our commitment and enthusiasm for moving forward with our tech means that opportunity for our people to succeed is truly great, with a wonderful work-life balance and vibrant office atmosphere to top it all off.

We`re happy to receive applications for full time, part-time, job share or secondment opportunities.

The role of the `IT Security Officer` is to ensure the security of the IT services and data therein, and key responsibilities include designing, implementing and maintaining an integrated and layered security architecture. The role requires engagement with a variety of stakeholders.
If you have extensive experience as an IT security professional who has a balanced risk based approach to developing appropriate security in facilitating business requirements; a personable and professional approach to work; passion for technology and IT security we`d be keen to meet you.

Our IT department is dynamic. It`s fast-paced, busy and consistently challenging. It`s a friendly and supportive place to gain great experience quickly and personally develop in a customer-focused space - we are not simply just a support team, we are a key partner in the organisation. So, if you`re looking for an exciting role in an exciting, friendly place, then feel free to apply and tell us just why we should work together.

As well as an exciting opportunity to be part of something new, we provide our staff with a comprehensive staff development programme, 25 days` annual leave, and the opportunity to join a valuable salary based Civil Service pension scheme.

Closing date: 23:55 on 16 February 2019.
Shortlist date: 21 February 2019.
Interview date: 8 March 2019.

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