Role Purpose
As a Cyber Security Engineer, you will be a key member of the Network and Communications team, responsible for safeguarding IT systems and data by proactively identifying and mitigating cyber threats. You will manage security tools, conduct risk assessments, respond to incidents, and ensure compliance with industry standards.
Experience and skills:
Essential Qualifications:
Degree in Cyber Security or Computer Science
OR one of the following certifications:
Microsoft Security Operations Analyst / Sentinel (SC-200)
Microsoft 365 Security Administrator (MS-500)
Microsoft Azure Security Technologies (AZ-500)
CompTIA A+ / Security+ / ITF+
Essential Skills & Experience
Extensive experience in a Cyber Security role or SOC environment.
Strong incident response experience.
Proficiency with Defender, Sentinel, and Intune.
Experience with secure web gateways and Azure.
Knowledge of end-point security, anti-virus solutions, and vulnerability management.
Understanding of security policies, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and security protocols.
Familiarity with network/cloud platforms, penetration testing, and email authentication (DKIM, SPF, DMARC).
Knowledge of physical and virtual server and storage infrastructure.
This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the security of a vital public service, working within a dynamic and forward-thinking team. If you have the skills and experience required, we encourage you to apply.
Tasks & Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and maintain security policies and procedures to ensure best practices are followed.
Protect the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive data and systems.
Respond swiftly to security breaches and incidents, leading investigations and implementing corrective measures.
Take accountability for managing and resolving security incidents effectively.
Monitor security systems, analyse logs, and identify potential threats.
Maintain thorough documentation of security processes, incidents, and procedures.
Ensure consistent maintenance and updates of security configurations for hardware and software.
Oversee documentation and management of application and firmware releases in line with best practices.
Conduct penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and security audits, ensuring compliance with GIRR/NIST/SyAP.
Work closely with DDaT and Information Security (InfoSec) teams to integrate security measures across all technology platforms.
Support the development and enforcement of device certification policies to improve security, network performance, and user experience.
Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to evaluate and prioritise security threats within the network and systems.
Benefits of working for Staffordshire Police:
Flexi time – flexible working
Pension Scheme - one of the best pension schemes in the country with guaranteed pension payable” for more information visit the LGPS website: Staffordshire Pension Fund - Home (staffspf.org.uk)
Annual Leave Entitlement - starting at 26 days plus bank holidays
Fostering friendly policy
Family friendly policies – maternity, paternity, parental leave, adoption
Occupational Health
On site Gyms
Staff associations
Reward and Recognition
Blue light Card – not solely for Staffs police
Staff restaurant at HQ
Free parking
As ‘One Force’ across Staffordshire, we know that Diversity and Inclusion help us improve our decision making, encourage creativity and embrace innovation so all our people can thrive.
Our vacancies are open to everyone and all appointments are made based on merit and achievements. We encourage applications from candidates from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds, gender, people who have a disability, those who are neurodiverse and persons of the LGBTQ+ community.
We use positive action to encourage potential candidates from underrepresented groups through targeted step-In support and advice sessions. If you have the skills, experience and values, that here in Staffordshire Police Force we pride ourselves on, then we would welcome you to apply.
For more information on Positive Action please email the team on positive.action@staffordshire.police.uk
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