Cyber Security Infrastructure Engineer
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Cyber Security Infrastructure Engineer
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Pay up to £38,373, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance.
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This role within our Digital Security Transformation Programme is working in a security engineering team with an objective to improve the Department's Cyber Security posture across our estate of Digital Services, embedding security controls to ensuring we are secure by design.
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DWP. Digital with Purpose.
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We are looking for a Cyber Security Infrastructure Engineer to join our community of tech experts in DWP Digital.
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We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives.
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DWP is the UK's largest government department. We help people into work and make payments worth over £195bn a year to support and empower millions of people.
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The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us.
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What skills, knowledge and experience will you need?
p>- Ability to demonstrate an understanding of Software Delivery Methods: Knowledge of modern software delivery methods (e.g., DevOps, CI/ CD) and how they can be applied within security practices, including experience with automation in the SDLC: Demonstrated experience with automating security processes, including the use of infrastructure as code and automated testing tools
- Proven ability to analyse security requirements and develop security cases compliant with legal and regulatory frameworks (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001)
- Experience of writing clear, structured reports and delivering presentations tailored to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Hands-on experience conducting vulnerability assessments, prioritising remediation, and maintaining ongoing security with relevant tools and practices
- Security Frameworks and Standards: Familiarity with security frameworks such as the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, CIS Critical Security Controls, or similar
- Strong coding skills in developing and testing secure scripts or programs, ensuring system functionality and security in critical environments. ul>
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You and your role
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As a Cyber Security Engineer, you will be responsible for embedding security into all stages of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) in a large-scale, complex environment.
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You will play a key role in maintaining the security of nearly 1 billion lines of code by implementing and maintaining modern software delivery practices, including automation and continuous integration/ continuous delivery (CI/ CD) pipelines, ensuring the development and deployment of secure, resilient software solutions.
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Working collaboratively with development, operations, and security teams, you will design and implement security policies and controls that prevent vulnerabilities, ensuring alignment with industry best practices.
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You will contribute to the enhancement of security processes and tooling that support the DevOps model, ensuring security is integrated at every step of the development cycle.
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Details. Wages. Perks.
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Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield whichever is most convenient for you.
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Hybrid Working:We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub.
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Pay: We offer competitive pay of up to £38,373.
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Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth over £10,000 per year.
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Holidays:A generous leave package starting at 24 days rising to 31 days over time.
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You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays.
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We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes:
p>- An award-winning environment and culture: Employer of the Year 2023 (Women In IT Awards), Founders Award for Outstanding Digital Leadership 2023 (Digital 100)
- Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies
- Time off volunteering and charitable giving
- Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP'
- Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more
- Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference
- Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. ul>
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Process:
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We know your time is valuable, so our application and selection process are just two stages:
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Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through.
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Interview: a single stage interview online.
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CLICK APPLYfor more information and to start your application.
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