Senior Technology Adviser, Online Trust & Identity

Information Commissioner’s Office; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Holiday 25 days

Flexi leave

Pension

Health plan

Discount scheme

Development opportunities

Job summary

The Information Commissioner's Office is seeking a Principal Technology Adviser to shape online trust, PKI and digital identity policy. The role combines technical leadership with regulatory insight and collaboration with senior colleagues across the ICO.

This hybrid, multi-office position offers flexible working options and opportunities to develop specialist expertise in trust services, standards and modern digital infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of PKI, cryptographic concepts and online trust technologies.
• Familiarity with standards, specifications and trust frameworks related to digital identity and verification.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical advice on technology projects and support information rights policy development.
• Contribute to work on digital identity, authentication, trust services, and digital credentials.
• Engage with stakeholders and participate in regulatory analyses and technical evaluations.

Skills

PKI

Cryptography

Digital identity

Job description

The Information Commissioner's Office is seeking a Principal Technology Adviser to shape online trust, PKI and digital identity policy. The role combines technical leadership with regulatory insight and collaboration with senior colleagues across the ICO.

This hybrid, multi-office position offers flexible working options and opportunities to develop specialist expertise in trust services, standards and modern digital infrastructure.