Senior ICT Officer (Cyber Resilience and Information Security) - MOR10834

Medirest Signature; Elgin; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Elgin is seeking a Senior ICT Officer specializing in Cyber Resilience and Information Security. The successful candidate will work closely with the ICT team to enhance the Council's cyber security strategy. Ideal candidates should possess an HNC/HND in ICT or equivalent and significant experience in information security management. This role involves significant responsibility, including conducting risk assessments and managing security incidents, as well as advising on security policies and training staff.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in an ICT environment.
• Ability to absorb new technical information rapidly.
• Good appreciation of the wider role of ICT.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the delivery of the Council's Cyber Security Action Plan.
• Conduct security risk and vulnerability assessments.
• Manage security incidents and provide guidance on security controls.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Technical knowledge

Education

HNC/HND in ICT related subject

Job description

Job Description

THE MORAY COUNCIL

EDUCATION, COMMUNITIES AND ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Elgin, Moray

Senior ICT Officer (Cyber Resilience and Information Security)

Permanent

Career Grade Scheme 8 / 9 (£37,209 - £47,370)

We are looking to recruit an experienced Information Security professional to take on this important new role in the ICT Infrastructure Team. You will be a confident communicator with an independent and objective outlook, with the skills to provide the relevant challenge to senior officers in the management of information security risks.

You will ideally hold an HNC/HND (or equivalent) in an ICT related subject. A specific Information Security qualification would be a distinct advantage.

Under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure Check.

As the Senior ICT Officer (Cyber Resilience and Information Security), you will assist the Council's ICT Team Leader (Cyber Resilience and Information Security) to deliver the Council's Cyber Security Action Plan and advise the Council on all matters related to information security.

This role can be technical in nature, and you will be expected to have a good knowledge of information and communications technology and cyber security. You will have an understanding of data protection legislation and will work closely with the other information governance professionals within the Council as and when required.

Duties will typically include, but are not limited to, the following:

• assist with the delivery of the Council's Cyber Security Action Plan
• assist with reviews of the Council's information security policy
• assist with external security accreditation processes
• assist with raising staff awareness in relation to cyber security
• conduct security risk and vulnerability assessments for defined business applications or IT installations
• investigate suspected attacks and manage security incidents
• provide advice and guidance on the application and operation of elementary physical, procedural and technical security controls
• provide advice on information security requirements for new and updated information processing facilities as part of the procurement process

The job description that follows is generic and covers all disciplines within the ICT function at the Senior ICT Officer level. The specific duties for this vacancy are contained in the text above.

Requirements

To assist the ICT Team Leaders to ensure that the ICT service meets the needs of the Council and is delivered as effectively and efficiently as possible.

The following list represents a comprehensive list of tasks appropriate to Senior ICT Officer posts at this level. Certain tasks are generic in nature and will be performed by most, if not all, of the Senior ICT Officers. Other tasks are more specialised and will only pertain to specific individuals.

1. Assist in the development and implementation of ICT systems.
2. Assist with service delivery in relation to Infrastructure, Operation and User Support.
3. Assist, where appropriate, in strategy and planning initiatives with regard to the specified function of the service area.
4. Assist, where appropriate, in management and administration with regard to ICT contracts, projects and resources.
5. Adopt and promote council policies.
6. Any other duties.

Responsibilities

Significant experience in an ICT environment

* HNC/HND in a relevant subject

Ability to plan, schedule and monitor work to meet time and quality targets

Analytical and systematic approach to problem solving

Ability to select appropriately from available standards, tools, methods and applications.

Ability to absorb new technical information rapidly and apply it effectively

Good appreciation of wider role of ICT and how it fits into the business of the client

Awareness of developing technologies and their application

Ability to communicate fluently orally and in writing and to present complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences

Ability to work well as part of a team

Ability to transport items of computer equipment in line with health and safety requirements.

Closing Date: 1 August 2025

For all enquiries please contact: Graham Cooper, 01343 563212