Information Security Officer
Permanent - 42k to 45k + potential bonus and benefits
Location: Hybrid - Newport
Your new company
A leading Utilities organisation in Wales are currently looking for additional Information Security Officers to come in and complement the existing team. You will ensure IT projects adhere to security policies, secure architecture principles, and conform to regulatory cyber assessment frameworks.
Your new role
* Support the activities associated with Information Security on all non-CAF based IT projects.
* Deliver the relevant security artifact requirements for each IT Project quality gate.
* Document and log security assessments and penetration testing where required. This will also include arranging penetration test engagements and code reviews for in-flight and new projects.
* Work closely with Security Operations to ensure the SecOps team are made aware of any defects, failed controls, or risks identified.
* Assist where required in any unplanned ad hoc information security duties.
What you'll need to succeed
* Passion for information security with energy and a drive to improve information security posture.
* A good understanding of cloud concepts, particularly hybrid cloud. Experience with public cloud technology and Microsoft Azure is essential.
* Understanding of project management methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, PRINCE2) is necessary.
* Knowledge of leading endpoint detection and threat management products.
* Knowledge of network security, particularly around networking behavior analytics and NAC.
* Strong commercial acumen and vendor management. The ability to understand and translate between technical and business language where necessary.
* Strong knowledge of information security control and compliance standards such as the NCSC CAF, ISO27002, IEC17789, CIS CSC, and NIST CSF.
* A good understanding of Microsoft Defender products and Microsoft Sentinel would be advantageous.
What you'll get in return
* 41.5k- 45k initially, with yearly increments/pay rises.
* 25-day holiday plus bank holidays.
* Annual bonus based on personal and company performance.
* Your 5% pension contribution will be doubled by the company, meaning 15% of your annual salary will be put into the pension pot (with you only contributing 5%).
* And more!
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
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