Principal Technology Advisor (various opportunities)

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Help the ICO identify and respond to the use of emerging technologies by providing expert insight

Flexible Location

Technology is driving fundamental changes to our society, driven by the critical role personal data is playing in our digital lives. What role could you play in influencing the way we support innovation and technological change while also protecting privacy and information rights? As an independent body serving the public, the work of the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) is interesting and immensely rewarding.

We uphold information rights in the public interest, promoting openness by public bodies and data privacy for individuals. In the last year we have been involved with prominent issues ranging from addressing the use of intrusive technology in our personal lives, to the privacy implications of the management of the COVID-19 pandemic. Our work has never been so important or high profile.

The ICO's technology group deals with some of the most complex privacy, data rights, data protection and emerging technology issues that society faces. The aim of the group is to make sure the ICO can assess and respond to these developments, and most importantly, to shape the future privacy, data and technology landscape.

We have vacancies for several positions across the directorate - roles that will help us shape how emerging technologies and information practices impact the lives of the UK public.

About the roles

We are looking for technical experts with experience in the following domains;

AI and Data Science and Design

Biometric technologies

Cyber security

End-to-end encryption

Online tracking and surveillance technologies

Privacy enhancing technologies (PETs)

Please note that we have specific job descriptions for each of these posts attached as part of the application form when you click through to apply.

You may have previously worked as an engineer, developer, designer, product manager or academic. As Principal Technology Advisor you will help the ICO identify and respond to the use of emerging technologies by providing expert insight into how they work, how they are used, and the impact they can have. You will have a focus on a specific domain area but will be able to assess other emerging technologies enabling you to join the dots between a range of technological developments and their impact on society.

You must be passionate about ensuring the development and use of emerging technologies addresses the risk of harm to citizens while ensuring the societal benefits can be realised. You will help ensure the ICO can respond to and proactively shape developments to support the rights and interests of citizens.

About you

Our ideal candidate will have:

2 years' post higher degree experience in emerging technology domains related to the job role

Up to date expert knowledge of current trends and practices in the relevant domain area and emerging technology more broadly

Experience of working in a team and on a range of projects and programmes of work

Extensive knowledge of computing sciences and IT theories, principles and practices

Ability to apply legislative requirements to the development and application of information and communications technologies

A strong desire and aptitude to continually develop technical knowledge, skills and abilities as technology evolves

Excellent standards of literacy and written communication skills

How to Apply

The ICO is committed to promoting and enhancing equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applicants from all members of the community.

Closing date 09 Aug 2021 23:59