Information Security and Assurance Advisor
Location: Leek Wootton
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time (37 hours per week)
Salary: £46,674 - £52,389
Closing Date: 07/10/2024, 12:00
We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated individual to take on the role of Information Security and Assurance Advisor, working within the Information Assurance team and supporting the Cyber Security team to ensure compliance with national obligations.
Policing holds vast amounts of data, and how that data is used and secured requires rigorous governance to ensure lawful and fair use. The new Information Assurance function is responsible for information governance, security, records management, and data protection.
The role will provide professional guidance and specialist advice regarding information security and support data protection compliance, ensuring appropriate controls are implemented to protect personal data and meet SYAP and CoCo requirements, as well as GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018 compliance.
Main Responsibilities:
1. Support the Warwickshire Police Information Security and Assurance programme to ensure compliance with mandatory information security requirements.
2. Develop, review, and implement policies for the ongoing management of information security and cyber security.
3. Regularly assess information assets for compliance with security policies and legal requirements.
4. Act as a point of contact for information security and assurance queries.
5. Ensure information security audits and compliance checks are undertaken.
6. Identify information security requirements for new or changed processes and ensure appropriate assurance is documented.
7. Co-ordinate investigative actions for information security incidents and monitor trends.
8. Prepare and deliver information security training and awareness.
9. Engage stakeholders and ensure compliance with legal and statutory requirements.
10. Maintain awareness of current information security management and data protection legislation.
11. Represent and promote the reputation of Warwickshire Police at meetings.
12. Undertake other duties as required.
Knowledge: See role profile
Experience:
1. Operational delivery of information security in a multi-site organisation.
2. Experience with PSN/Syap compliance requirements.
3. Developing and implementing information security and assurance policies.
4. Conducting internal audits and accreditation activities.
5. Facilitating meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
6. Liaising with other organisations on information security matters.
Key Skills: See Role Profile
We want our organisation to be as diverse as the community it serves. We welcome applicants from all sections of the community.
You will be required to successfully complete vetting and credit checks as part of the recruitment process.
We support the “Happy to talk flexible working” campaign, which encourages flexible working options such as compressed hours and remote working.
Why work for Warwickshire Police?
Warwickshire Police has gained a reputation as a pioneering and innovative force, responsible for policing a diverse population. If you are looking for a challenge that offers the opportunity to make a real difference, then Warwickshire Police is the force for you.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion:
Warwickshire Police are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We are working hard to increase diversity within the Constabulary.
Recruitment and Selection Policy:
Internal applicants at risk of redundancy will be offered the role over other applicants if they pass the selection process.
Vetting and Safeguarding:
Warwickshire Police operates safer recruitment processes to ensure a supportive work environment. All employees will be subject to background checks.
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