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Principal (Networks/Firewall) Engineer

Police Scotland

Glasgow

On-site

GBP 61,000 - 70,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an IT Principal Engineer to lead their Technology team, ensuring top-notch ICT provision for both Police Scotland and the Scottish Police Authority. This role involves driving problem-solving efforts, effectively communicating with stakeholders, and being part of a dynamic, multi-disciplined team. The position offers a competitive salary and a range of family-friendly benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about technology and public service. Join a dedicated team focused on enhancing ICT services and making a real impact in the community.

Benefits

Competitive salary and guaranteed allowances
Annual salary increments
28 days annual leave and 6 public holidays
Family friendly policies
Employee Assistance Programme
Access to staff associations
Scottish Police Recreation Association
Scottish Police Credit Union
Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

  • Strong technical skills in ICT and troubleshooting.
  • Ability to communicate problem analysis effectively.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the Technology team in ICT provision for Police Scotland.
  • Collaborate with ICT colleagues to resolve operational issues.

Skills

Technical Troubleshooting
Problem Analysis
Communication Skills

Education

Relevant Technical Qualification

Job description

The purpose of this role is to provide the strongest technical skills and troubleshooting whilst leading the Technology team which keeps Police Scotland and Scottish Police Authority at the pinnacle of ICT provision in line with published strategies to support the needs of both organisations.

The post holder will work collaboratively with ICT colleagues across Police Scotland and the Scottish Policy Authority and be part of an energetic, highly focused multi-disciplined team with a broad scope of work.

The post holder will have a strong focus on driving the ICT response to problem solving, along with the ability to clearly communicate the results of problem analysis to business stakeholders, IT support teams, and network providers to quickly and effectively resolve operational issues.

The IT principal engineer will be required to participate in on-call rota.

Salary: Band 9 - £61,297- £69,655

Contract: Running until 31st May 2026

Benefits:

  1. Competitive salary and guaranteed allowances
  2. Annual salary increments
  3. 28 days annual leave and 6 public holidays on appointment
  4. Wide range of family friendly policies
  5. Employee Assistance Programme
  6. Access to range of staff associations
  7. Scottish Police Recreation Association
  8. Scottish Police Credit Union
  9. Cycle to Work Scheme

Residency and Eligibility to Work in the UK: Applicants must be a British citizen, a member of the EU or other states in the EEA, a Commonwealth citizen or a foreign national free of restrictions. You should also have been resident in the UK for a minimum of five years immediately prior to application.

To Apply: Please visit the Police Scotland Career Site - Job Reference Number – 3009. Applications close at midday on the 25th April 2025.

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