Job description

ICT Security Analyst – 3 Month Contract (Potential Extension)

Location: Civic Offices, Milton Keynes

Rate: £24.75 per hour (Umbrella)

Contract: Up to 3 Months (Potential Extension)

Hours: Full Time

Equipment: Laptop Provided

Pay: Bi-weekly

Summary

We are seeking an ICT Security Analyst to join our dynamic Local Authority ICT Security team. This role is pivotal in safeguarding critical systems, digital services, and sensitive information within a large and multifaceted organization that delivers over 200 essential public services. The successful candidate will manage cyber security risks, investigate incidents, monitor threats, and provide security guidance to internal stakeholders. Collaboration with ICT teams, service areas, suppliers, and partners is essential to integrate security into projects, operational services, and digital transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities

Security Monitoring & Threat Management
- Monitor ICT systems for cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
- Identify security risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Investigate suspicious activities and escalate incidents as needed.
- Support the ongoing monitoring of security controls.

Incident Response
- Assist in investigating and managing cyber security incidents.
- Support containment, recovery, and remediation activities.
- Document incidents and contribute to post-incident reviews.

Risk & Compliance
- Support the management of cyber security risks.
- Assist with compliance against security standards and frameworks.
- Maintain security documentation and support audits.

Security Advice & Guidance
- Provide security advice to ICT teams and stakeholders.
- Ensure security considerations are integrated into projects.
- Promote security best practices across the organization.

Vulnerability Management
- Support vulnerability assessment activities.
- Recommend corrective actions for security findings.
- Ensure timely remediation of vulnerabilities.

Security Awareness & Resilience
- Support cyber security awareness initiatives.
- Contribute to training and promote a positive security culture.

Supplier & Partner Engagement
- Collaborate with suppliers and partners for secure service delivery.
- Support security reviews of technologies and services.

Documentation & Reporting
- Prepare security reports and maintain accurate records.
- Provide updates and recommendations to senior colleagues.

Requirements

Requirements:

Essential
- Experience in ICT Security, Information Security, or Cyber Security roles.
- Experience monitoring and responding to security incidents.
- Knowledge of cyber security principles and best practices.
- Experience with security tools and incident management processes.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Desirable
- Experience in Local Authority or Public Sector.
- Familiarity with security frameworks like Cyber Essentials, ISO 27001, or NIST.
- Experience with cloud technologies and modern digital platforms.
- Security-related certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CISM, CEH, Microsoft Security Certifications).

What's on Offer?

Competitive hourly rate of £24.75 (Umbrella).
Contract duration of up to 3 months with potential for extension.
Full-time role based in Civic Offices, Milton Keynes.
Laptop provided and bi-weekly pay.
Opportunity to work in a large Local Authority environment with exposure to cyber security, risk management, and digital transformation projects.

Applications are encouraged from candidates with experience as an ICT Security Analyst, Information Security Analyst, Cyber Security Analyst, Security Operations Analyst, IT Risk Analyst, Cyber Security Officer, Information Governance Security Officer, or Security Compliance Analyst.

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