Contract to start ASAP until 08-03-26 with a possible extension.

Responsibilities

Manage and lead the IT Security team and be part of the IT Services management team.

Lead technical vulnerability assessments of IT systems and processes, identifying potential vulnerabilities, to make recommendations to control any risks identified and to ensure they are implemented.

Lead and respond rapidly and effectively to IT security incidents, managing them in a professional manner including computer forensics for evidence gathering and preservation.

Appropriate and sensitive handling of affected staff and efficient liaison with external and law enforcement agencies when required.

Responsible for the coordination of regular Information Security Reviews in the council and with partners in the YHWARP.

Working closely with the departments to assist and provide input to ensure that council policies and procedures for Information Security are effectively adhered to.

Lead in making recommendations for updates to policies & procedures as required.

Lead and coordinate high quality Information Security guidance documentation and training.

Be the lead point of contact for all members of the council seeking advice on information security

Oversee information and Cyber security risk register and carry out actions to mitigate risks identified

Liaise with external security agencies where required and ensure that any information requested is provided on a timely and secure basis, to represent the council in Information security fora.

Keep up to date with security trends, threats and control measures, to be an active member of the Information security manager communities (particularly those working within YHWARP).

Support the continuous development and enhancement of the service, and ensure that customer care and service excellence are established as core values.

Follow service management processes to ensure consistency and effectiveness of the service and contribute to continuous process improvement.

Use agreed IT service management tools to accurately capture data relating to ITIL processes.

Ensure service related documentation is accurate and relevant.

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