Associate Security Engineer

Permanent

Grade 3 - £25,119 - £31,364. Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review

Working 36.5 hours per week

Overview of the role 
The role is within a small, dedicated team responsible for the Council's cybersecurity. You will assist senior team members in securing the Council's network and data, handling tasks such as writing security policies, managing vulnerabilities, performing penetration tests, and creating reports. Occasionally, you'll investigate issues flagged by the outsourced SOC and take protective actions

What we are about 
Maintaining the security and data integrity of the Council’s network and systems is a key part of the team’s work. As we approach the end of our three-year Cyber Security Strategy, significant changes have been implemented, including new tools for vulnerability management, intruder detection XDR, SIEM, and a 24/7 SOC service.
The team ensures the Council's IT systems remain secure by continuously scanning for vulnerabilities and collaborating with other departments to resolve issues promptly. 
We support new and ongoing projects by promoting good security practices and arranging penetration tests for new web applications. Additionally, we manage the organization’s phishing testing and awareness programs, reporting outcomes to senior management, and develop and maintain the Council’s cybersecurity policies. 
The team also serves as the point of contact for security-related matters, providing information and support across the Council.

What you will do 
As part of the team, you will collaborate with senior members to manage all aspects of cybersecurity.

Your tasks will include

•    Monitoring security tools, 
•    Working with senior engineers to resolve issues, and updating policies to reflect the evolving security landscape. 
•    You will also support project teams in implementing new systems, ensuring adherence to the Council’s security policies and best practices

We will support you with

· An environment that values innovation, autonomy, and transparency
· An engaged and supportive leadership team with a clear vision
· Training and development opportunities to help you progress and be the best you can be
· An inclusive workplace committed to reflecting the public we serve
· A benefits package designed to promote a great work/life balance, including flexible working and a generous pension scheme

You must upload a CV and a Supporting Statement via the attachments part of your application. This is required for shortlisting; you need to describe how your experience and skills fit the essential criteria for the role as specified in the Person Specification. If you do not attach your CV and Supporting Statement, your application will not be considered.

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the communities we serve. Our data tells us that for this level of role, ethnic minorities are underrepresented and therefore we will use positive action to support us to achieve diverse shortlists. This may mean that recruitment times are a little longer, but we think this is worth it to achieve our aim.

Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, and we are committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people.

We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application.

For any informal enquires please contact:  John Owen (john.owen@birmingham.gov.uk)

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We welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered.

A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be undertaken

Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed.

Job Description and Person Specification 2339 Associate Security Engineer JDPS.docx