Cyber Security Officer

Wiltshire Council; Salisbury; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Salisbury seeks a Cyber Security Officer to respond to cyber incidents and improve security posture. You will implement Microsoft Purview and audit the Information Security Management System. The ideal candidate has a relevant degree or professional qualifications in cyber security. A full current driving licence is required, with possible travel for incident support. This is a full-time, permanent role with flexible working options available.

Qualifications

• Degree or relevant qualification in cyber security or significant experience.
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft enterprise software is essential.
• Understand cyber threats and attack vectors.

Responsibilities

• Investigate cyber security incidents and recommend risk mitigation.
• Implement Microsoft Purview and improve security posture on M365.
• Conduct internal audits of the Information Security Management System.

Skills

Cyber security knowledge

Experience with Microsoft enterprise software

Knowledge of cyber threats and attack vectors

Education

Degree in computer science, ICT or cyber security

Professional qualification (e.g. CISSP, CISM, CISA)

Tools

Microsoft 365

Entra ID

Exchange Online

Job description

Job Details

Salary: £39,152 - 41,771 per annum (rising by annual increments to £41,771). More information on salaries and progression can be found on our pay and policies page.

Hours of work: Full Time - 37 hours per week

Contract type: Permanent

Location: The service encourages flexible working and is open to flexible working options. The role will be based at Dorchester Support Offices, Poundbury OR Service Headquarters, Salisbury with the flexibility to work from home / DWFRS Stations / Support Offices and we would welcome a conversation with the successful candidate on what type of flexible working arrangement will work best for you. There will be a requirement to attend your base location approximately one - two days a week for key activities and meetings.

This is not a Wiltshire Council vacancy therefore please contact Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service for further information.

Responsibilities

• Respond to cyber and information security incidents, including investigating and making recommendations to mitigate any risks.
• Lead on the Service's implementation of Microsoft Purview and monitor and improve the Service's security posture across the M365 platform using Microsoft secure score.
• Carry out internal audit checks of our Information Security Management System.

Qualifications

• Qualification to relevant degree level (computer science, ICT or cyber security) or hold a relevant professional qualification (e.g. CISSP, CISM, CISA), or be able to demonstrate a significant level of experience in cyber security/ICT.
• Knowledge and experience of Microsoft enterprise software – Microsoft 365, Entra ID and Exchange Online.
• Knowledge of cyber threats and attack vectors.

Other Information

• You must have a full current driving licence and be able to fulfil the significant travel requirements of the role. Use of your own vehicle will be required; however, a Service vehicle may be available. Please note Service vehicles are manual transmission only. Travel requirements will include short notice travel to support cyber security incidents within the Service area and very occasional travel across the Networked Fire Services Partnership (Hampshire and Isle of Wight, Devon and Somerset and Kent). If you are unable to drive due to a disability, we would still welcome your application and will explore any reasonable adjustments that could be put in place.
• A Standard Disclosure & Barring Service Check (DBS) clearance will be undertaken on the successful individual prior to offer of employment.
• Any offer of employment will be subject to full pre-employment checks which include identity checks, right to work in the UK, medical, receipt of satisfactory references, verification of employment history and an explanation of any gaps in employment in the last 3 years.

Application Process

For a chat about this post, please contact Tony Beazer, Cyber Security Manager on 07818 004370 / [e-mail].

Closing and Interview date: The closing date for applications is Sunday 8 February 2026 (midnight). Interviews are intended to take place on Monday 23 February 2026. Should you be shortlisted for interview, further details regarding the interview format / location will be provided before the interview date.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. All applications will be treated on merit and staff involved in recruitment and selection processes undertake unconscious bias training.

Legal and Equality Statements

We are committed to the Disability Confident Scheme and guarantee an interview to applicants with a disclosed disability if they meet the minimum criteria for the post to which they are applying. Please inform us in confidence if this applies to you or if there are any reasonable adjustments that would help you apply for this post.

Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service's recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.