Principal ICT Manager - Cyber Security

£46,363to £50,006 - Plus market leading package (see below)We are accepting CVs for this position so it’s easier than ever to apply!We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Principal ICT Manager to join our innovative team and help shape the future of public services.This is an exciting time to join Enterprise Architecture within ICT Services as we continue to embrace digital change. Our Enterprise Architecture Team is at the forefront of identifying and developing innovative solutions that improve service delivery across the council.At Derbyshire County Council, we recognise that our workforce is our greatest asset, and we are currently looking for inspired and proactive people who are committed to new ways of thinking and working and you will enjoy an excellent range of benefits at Derbyshire County Council.Key responsibilities of this role are:Manage ICT Cyber Security Service area to meet service priorities and lead an effective service responsive to the needs of the organisation.Work with the Head of Service and ICT Cyber Security team to help create and manage a framework of best practice, procedures and documentation which support the delivery of the function and ensure processes are in place to enable continuous review and improvement.Work closely with Solutions Architecture, Data Management, ICT Operations and Applications teams to establish the Council’s requirements for cyber and data security. Establish the relevant plans, procedures and to design and manage architectural best practice and principles to support this.Ensure programmes and processes are in place to schedule and enable the ongoing assessment of security and also ensure the implementation of remedies are actioned, for example, penetration testing, the accreditation of ICT Cyber Essentials and the standards required to obtain the annual Public Service Network accreditation as well as best practice recommendations made by Microsoft or other third party providers.Maintain a high level of awareness and understanding of the latest security tools for ICT and best practice including the latest development and threats and ensure these are addressed and remedies are put in place.What skills and experience do you need to have:Substantial experience of managing an ICT Cyber Security function in a large complex organisation.Extensive knowledge of ICT Cyber Security strategies, principles and concepts and experience in delivery them.Extensive experience in the definition and review the ongoing roles, responsibilities, identity management, access controls and the impact on the organisational, architectural and security best practice, considering business need, delivering clear design recommendation for operations, and applications teams to implement.Proven leadership skills to inspire, motivate and develop team members and drive a performance improvement culture.Experience of being the authority for all cyber effort and considerations within the ICT Service and be the go-to authority on all security (cyber and policy) related matters.These lists are not exhaustive, take a look at our comprehensive job profile for more detail. This role is known internally as Principal ICT Manager - Cyber SecurityWhat we offer you:27 days of annual leave plus another 5 with 5 years of continuous serviceFlexi time, allowing flexible working hours and up to an additional 2 days of leave per monthGuaranteed incremental annual pay increasesCycle to work schemeA supportive working environmentCommitment and investment in your continuing professional development.Discounts at selected county leisure centresOur ICT Team is contractually based in Matlock, Derbyshire, but we work on a flexible basis which includes options for home working with an expectation for at least one day per week at location.Derbyshire County Council is going through a period of positive development and transformation so it’s a great time to join and drive change.We’re recruiting to a number of roles within our ICT Team, for information about the other opportunities that we have available simple clickhere We are accepting CVs for this position so it’s easier than ever to apply! Just click on “Apply for this job”, register and upload your CV.If you're passionate about technology and are ready to revolutionise the way Derbyshire County Council operates in the digital era then we would love to hear from you.Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to contribute to the digital revolution at Derbyshire County Council.Apply now and be at the forefront of shaping the future.Derbyshire County Council is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities.All candidates must be able to provide proof of right to work in the UKProvisional Interview Date: Week beginning 29 April 2024Due to this post having administrative privileges within the Council’s IT systems, and in order to comply with the Public Services Network requirements, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Basic criminal record check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks. Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click here CST1Please read any attached documents before applying for this job
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