Cyber Security Officer

West Herts College Group; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in England is seeking a Cyber Security Officer to help develop and implement a comprehensive Cyber Security Strategy. You will monitor global threats, manage penetration testing, and work collaboratively across campuses. Ideal candidates should possess skills in report writing, planning, and communication, with a willingness to pursue a cyber security qualification. This role offers training opportunities and a range of benefits including an on-site gym and generous holiday scheme.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

On-site gym

Cycle to work scheme

Free on-site parking

Pension

Generous holiday scheme

Christmas closure with early finishes on Fridays

Qualifications

• Must be willing to study towards a relevant qualification.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment is essential.
• Knowledge of college systems not required.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of IT Governance to develop Cyber Security Strategy.
• Monitor and analyze global threats and report findings.
• Manage penetration testing and remediation efforts.
• Collaborate with colleagues to address security issues.

Skills

report writing

planning

excellent written communication

problem solving

Education

Interest in cyber security and willingness to study towards a cyber security qualification

Job description

Overview

Our IT team are looking for a Cyber Security Officer. On a daily basis, you will be supporting the Head of IT Governance to create and deliver a Cyber Security Strategy and Information Security Management Plan to ensure the College Group has robust cyber security systems and processes in place. You will monitor global threats from organisations such as NCSC and Jisc, analyse them for impact to the college and report your findings, along with planning the work to retain certification in Cyber Essentials. You will manage Penetration testing via third parties and any remediation plans arising from these tests along with any relevant internal audits. You will work with colleagues across all campuses. The post holder is not required to be a technical expert on networks, systems or services but will work with technical DevOps colleagues to identify and plan technical changes related to security issues.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of IT Governance to create and deliver a Cyber Security Strategy and Information Security Management Plan for the College Group.
• Monitor global threat advisories from organisations such as NCSC and Jisc; analyse potential impact and report findings.
• Plan and coordinate activities to retain Cyber Essentials certification.
• Manage external penetration testing and remediate findings; coordinate with internal audits as required.
• Collaborate with colleagues across all campuses to address security issues.

Qualifications and Skills

• Skills required: report writing, planning, excellent written communication and problem solving.
• Interest in cyber security and willingness to study towards a cyber security qualification; the college supports relevant learning.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a can-do attitude; in-depth knowledge of college systems is not required.

Benefits and Additional Information

• Training and development opportunities; opportunities to upskill within a dynamic team.
• On-site gym, discounts and benefits including cycle to work, free on-site parking, pension, generous holiday scheme, and Christmas closure with early finishes on a Friday.
• Closing date for applications: Monday 20th October 2025.
• For more information, contact Human Resources on 01923 812333, or by email. WHC Group welcomes applicants with disabilities and will provide support as needed.

Note

We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date should we receive a sufficient level of interest. AoC Jobs postings are often direct from the college or employing organisation. If you would like to hear about interim and/or permanent roles handled by AoC Recruitment, please send your CV to the provided address.