Role: Prison Security Escort

Location: HMP Highpoint

Standard Rate: £12.01 per hour + 33 days holiday pay

Overtime rate: £15.97 ph (overtime after 37.5 hours)

Duration: Temporary role

Typical hours: Monday to Friday 08:00 - 17:00

As a Prison Security Escort, you will work alongside the prison service, assisting our client who is responsible for the maintenance of the buildings. You will be a part of security team where you will escort and oversee contractors such as carpenters, plumbers and electricians, whilst they complete their maintenance work.

Duties of a Prison Security Escort Include (but not limited to)

• Checking the identification of the contractors
• Checking contractors have been briefed on security measures
• Booking in and out of the contractors
• Creating a tool list
• Escorting contractors through the prison to their place of work
• Overseeing contractors whilst they are working (Please note you will have to stay with the contractors at all times)
• Checking contractor tools are all accounted for prior to leaving work area
• Using the radio to request permission to move contractors within the prison

About You:

• You will have good communication skills
• Have excellent attention to detail
• Be safety conscious
• Have been living in the UK for the past 3+ years
• Be able to pass security vetting (includes providing references, passing security police checks & providing photo identification)

Why should you apply?

• 33 days holiday per year
• No experience required
• Full training provided
• Access to internal roles within a government facility, often with the potential to apply to permanent positions

Due to the nature of the environment, you will be asked to complete the standard Security Vetting for the establishments.

If you are interested in this Prison Security Escort position based at Stradishall, Newmarket CB8 9YG please apply and we will be in touch.

SkyBlue is an equal opportunity employer.

Are you passionate about cyber security and ready to take on a challenging role that will make a real impact? Join our team at UK Power Networks as a Cyber Security Solutions Engineer and help us protect our critical information assets from cyber threats!

As a Cyber Security Solutions Engineer, you will report to the Cyber Security Architecture Manager and work within the Information Systems directorate based in our Ipswich office. You will evaluate our security solution technologies, design, implement, and maintain security systems, and ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations. You will also provide technical guidance to other security team professionals and partners.

We offer a competitive salary of up to £66,200,00 - Depending on experience, skills and qualifications plus a 7.5% bonus, along with a range of additional benefits including 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, a personal pension plan, tenancy loan deposit scheme, tax-efficient benefits, season ticket loan, occupational health support, and more! This role does not offer blended working and you will be required in the office 5 days per week.

Don't miss this opportunity to advance your career in cyber security! Apply now and become a key player in our mission to maintain regulatory compliance and improve the technical and organisational resilience of UK Power Networks. The closing date for applications is the 06/12/2024.

For more information and to view the full job description please click apply!

Service Care Solutions is working alongside a growing Local authority based in Greater Manchester. They are seeking a Legal Officer for its Economies & Environment Legal Team. This role could be the perfect opportunity for you to progress in your legal career. Please find further details below with regard to this position.

This role pays a competitive rate of £20 an hour umbrella depending on experience.

Responsibilities:

• Handling a caseload including sales under Right to Buy legislation, enfranchisement and leases.
• Able to work under pressure and complete all duties as a legal officer.
• Deal with cases from start to completion.

About you:

• Good communication skills verbal and written
• Good understanding in Right to buy legislation, enfranchisement and leases as a legal officer.
• Ability to work with some supervision and to display initiative

Benefits:

• Hybrid working
• Weekly Pay
• Flexible working

If you are interested in this Economies & Environment Legal Officer role then don't hesitate to contact Aanisah Khan. Please send your CV to Aanisah.khan@servicecare.org.uk, or call via phone on 01772208969.

We also offer a referral bonus of up to £250 if you know someone looking for work.

Role: Prison Security Escort

Location: HMP Highpoint

Standard Rate: £11.44 per hour + 33 days holiday pay

Overtime rate: £15.22ph (overtime after 37.5 hours)

Duration: Temporary role

Typical hours: Monday to Friday 08:00 - 17:00

As a Prison Security Escort, you will work alongside the prison service, assisting our client who is responsible for the maintenance of the buildings. You will be a part of security team where you will escort and oversee contractors such as carpenters, plumbers and electricians, whilst they complete their maintenance work.

Duties of a Prison Security Escort Include (but not limited to)

• Checking the identification of the contractors
• Checking contractors have been briefed on security measures
• Booking in and out of the contractors
• Creating a tool list
• Escorting contractors through the prison to their place of work
• Overseeing contractors whilst they are working (Please note you will have to stay with the contractors at all times)
• Checking contractor tools are all accounted for prior to leaving work area
• Using the radio to request permission to move contractors within the prison

About You:

• You will have good communication skills
• Have excellent attention to detail
• Be safety conscious
• Have been living in the UK for the past 3+ years
• Be able to pass security vetting (includes providing references, passing security police checks & providing photo identification)

Why should you apply?

• 33 days holiday per year
• No experience required
• Full training provided
• Access to internal roles within a government facility, often with the potential to apply to permanent positions

Due to the nature of the environment, you will be asked to complete the standard Security Vetting for the establishments.

If you are interested in this Prison Security Escort position based at Stradishall, Newmarket CB8 9YG please apply and we will be in touch.

SkyBlue is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Description

Job Title: Fire & Security Technician (Office Based)

Trading Names: AB Fire & Security, East Sussex Security & BeSure Security Systems

Job Location: Fuzion 4 Head Office, St Leonards on Sea

Job Brief
We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Fire & Security Technician to lead our technical help desk. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing expert guidance and support and ensuring timely and effective resolution of technical issues. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in fire and security systems, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for delivering exceptional customer service.

The role requires an experienced, flexible and highly motivated individual who is capable of working under their own initiative and as part of a team.

This is a team-based role, but the ability to work confidently and effectively on your own initiative will be paramount. You must be well presented, a quick learner, and able to hit the ground running in a fast-paced environment.

Duties can change from time to time subject to client’s requirements and change to the marketplace.

Contractual Information
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent, Office Based
Hours of Work: Monday – Friday, 8.30am – 5pm with a 30minute unpaid break for lunch
Salary: £38,000 - £40,000
Sign-on Bonus: 10% of the annual salary (2.5% after successful completion of 3-month probation, further 5% after 6-months and remaining 2.5% after 1-year). Subject to qualifying terms.

You will receive 22 days of paid holiday plus all UK statutory Bank Holidays, which increases with time served. You will also be auto-enrolled onto the workplace pension scheme after successful completion on 3-month probation, which you can opt out of should you choose.

You will be provided with the following:
• Company Uniform
• Company Laptop (business use only)
• Company Mobile Phone (business use only)

Responsibilities & Duties
• Develop and implement procedures for timely and effective resolution of technical issues.
• Monitor and analyse technical support metrics, identify areas for improvement, and implement solutions.
• Collaborate with other departments to resolve complex technical issues and ensure seamless customer experience.
• Provide technical support and expertise to customers and team members.
• Keep up-to-date with new technologies and industry standards.
• Conduct regular training sessions to ensure the team is up-to-date with the latest developments in fire and security systems.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and quality standards.
• Manage and monitor cloud-based systems.

Experience
The candidate should have 8 years solid fire and security background and should:

• Have proven work experience as a technical support supervisor or similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of fire and security systems, installation, configuration, and maintenance.
• Have comprehensive knowledge base of multiple manufacturers equipment.
• Be able to identify and rectify faults across all disciplines.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to think strategically and implement effective solutions.
• Good understanding of industry regulations and standards.
• Have good IT skills: MS Word, MS Excel and MS Outlook.

Skills & Competencies Required (Technical & Practical Experience)
• Commercial, industrial and domestic installations of varying sizes.
• Ability to install systems on all areas of fire & security to the relevant industry standards (BAFE and NSI Gold).
• Experience working with the following systems:
 Hikvision
 Paxton
 Scantronic
 Texecom
 Galaxy
 Ajax
 Advance
 Morley
 Kentec
 Hyfire
 Nurse Call Systems

The ability to compile comprehensive installation documents will be essential in this role. An understanding of electronic devices (mobile phone and tablet) will also be required for document completion and submission.

Education & Qualifications Requirements
Understanding the requirements of the PD 6662:2017 (including BS 8243)
Understanding the requirements of the NSI Code of Practice NCP 104 (CCTV Systems)
Understanding the requirements of the NSI Code of Practice NCP 109 (Access Control Systems)
Strong knowledge of TCP/IP Networking Communications for CCTV and Access Control
Fire Detection and Fire Alarms Systems Unit 1 – Fundamentals
Fire Detection and Fire Alarms Systems Unit 2 – Design
Fire Detection and Fire Alarms Systems Unit 3 – Installation
Fire Detection and Fire Alarms Systems Unit 4 – Commissiong
Fire Detection and Fire Alarms Systems Unit 5 - Maintenance

Essential Aptitudes
• Punctual
• Positive
• Supportive
• Proactive
• Detail-orientated
• Methodical
• Time-efficient
• Independent

All conditional job offers are subject to satisfactory security screening and National Police Chiefs Council checks (as per NSI requirements).

This job description is neither exhaustive nor exclusive and may be reviewed in the future depending upon operational requirements and staffing levels.

Your new company
I am currently working with a well-established legal organisation based in Lytham, who are looking to recruit an experienced Legal Assistant on a full-time, permanent basis. This business started over 15 years ago and has since grown and expanded and opened branches across the Lancashire region. Our client stands as a beacon of legal excellence and client-focused service. With a rich history of providing comprehensive legal solutions, this esteemed firm has established itself as a cornerstone of the community.Your new role

• Providing comprehensive secretarial assistance to a solicitor.
• Diary management, arranging appointments and meetings.
• Strong typing skills and ability to produce letters and legal documents, including court forms and statements.
• .Assist with maintenance of client files, ensuring they comply with legal standards.
• The ability to work both using your own initiative and working collaboratively as part of a team.
• Updating and maintaining the in-house database.

What you'll need to succeed

• Commercial property experience is desirable but not essential.
• Organised, resilient and hard-working.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Packages and in-house systems.
• Previous experience with administration is essential.

What you'll get in return

• £23,000-£24,000 per annum.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Permanent opportunity with training and progression opportunities.
• Company pension and free on-site parking.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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EDF Energy is a core part of the EDF Group, one of the largest energy companies in Europe with key business operations in the UK, France, Italy and Belgium. We're the UK’s largest producer of low-carbon electricity, the biggest supplier of electricity by volume in Great Britain, the largest supplier to British businesses and we employ more than 13,000 people. We operate nuclear, coal and gas power stations, wind farms, and combined heat & power plants. We have a focus on safe, dependable energy generation and an ethos of service excellence. We are playing a leading role in new nuclear build in the UK to secure a bright future for the combined business and its employees.
Sizewell C. The power of good for Britain.


Location: Suffolk (hybrid working arrangements) Employment type: Permanent full-time / part time. Employment basis: The role is expected to be a full
- time position however we are open to discussing a more flexible or part
- time approach where possible. Salary: £45,000
- £55,000, plus bonus and other benefits.
Closing date: Friday 1st November 2024


The Opportunity



Are you looking for a career which is rewarding, at the cutting edge of project development and where you can really make a difference? Come and join our expanding Sizewell C team and work on one of the most exciting and largest megaprojects in the UK, whilst being at the forefront of the UK’s climate change agenda and energy policy.

Following on from the success of Hinkley Point C, the Sizewell C Project is a nuclear new build project in Suffolk, which has obtained planning approval and Government financing support. The project has started construction and is now seeking private investment. When completed, it will provide dependable electricity to 6 million homes for 60 years, which along with renewables, will support Britain to achieve Net Zero by 2050. The Sizewell C Project requires a significant number of Public Right of Way (PRoW) diversions and new routes due to our ongoing construction activities. We are seeking a skilled Public Right of Way Coordinator to manage these diversions around our locality in Leiston and the surrounding areas.

As our Public Right of Way Coordinator, you’ll ensure compliance with the relevant regulations. You’ll work to both manage and maintain clear communication with the public and stakeholders. This role is important with keeping the Sizewell C project on track while maintaining transparency and accessibility regarding PRoW changes.



The Role



You will focus on the proposed diversions of Public Rights of Way for the Sizewell C construction project. You’ll handle all the relevant aspects of temporary closures, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and the approval of clear, accurate signage at key locations.

A key part of your role is to monitor the Public Rights of Way status, providing regular updates to stakeholders and the general public. You will ensure the public information portal is kept up to date with any diversions, closures, or re-openings, so users always have access to the latest information.

You’ll also spend time working closely with legal and regulatory teams to ensure all Public Rights of Way activities comply with the Development Consent Order (DCO) requirements. This will involve preparing governance reports, submitting the necessary documentation and keeping all records organized for easy access and review. You will also attend the relevant Deed Of Obligation governance groups on behalf of Sizewell C.


Skills

Experience in Public Right of Way management or a similar role.

Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple diversion projects concurrently.

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to provide clear updates and notifications.

Knowledge of DCO processes and Public Right of Way regulations.

Proficient in using digital tools to manage Public Right of Way status and updates on public information portals.


Desirable

Experience working in construction or infrastructure projects.


If the above sounds like you, then we’d love to hear from you!


A full job description is available on application. 
#SZCjobs #DestinationNuclear



Power in Diversity



Sizewell C is a great place to work, where everyone is welcome. To fulfil our commitment of doing the power of good for Britain, our ambition is to have a workforce which reflects and benefits the society we are part of and serve.

Every worker on Sizewell C, wherever they are, should help to create and experience the right environment where everyone on the team understands, respects and embraces diversity with a culture where everyone is treated with equal respect and are all given equal access to opportunities.

By valuing the different points of view and experiences that having a diverse team brings, and by fostering an inclusive climate, we will create a great place to work and a more successful project.  We create the right environment where people feel able to bring their whole selves to work. Whilst working together there is mutual trust and appreciation created through the building of meaningful relationships with one another, aligned with our key values: Respect: Value the rules and environment in which we operate. Positivity: Positively challenge poor quality and performance.

Humility: Be open to other’s points of view and ideas, be willing to debate and to compromise. Solidarity: One team, working closely together and helping each other. Clarity: Communicate clearly and consistently. Everyone is able to get the most from their work and the workplace, and in return, give their best.



Competitive Salary and Benefits


We’re dedicated to offering flexible benefits that support our people across all aspects of their lives and we’re delighted to offer a range of benefits to support our employees’ physical, emotional and financial wellbeing. 

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a market-leading company pension scheme, paid holidays and a range of flexible benefits, such as: a company incentive bonus plan, health cover, cycle to work scheme, discounts and employee pricing.

Please let us know if you’d like to discuss flexible working arrangements by highlighting this on your application.

Join our Team as an Inspector Public Safety at Sutherland Shire Council!

Exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team dedicated to meeting community needs and enforcing relevant legislation
Varied role covering environmental protection, road and traffic compliance, community law enforcement, animal control and more.
Work in a supportive environment with opportunities for training and advancement
Make a positive impact on the community

About Us
Join our Public Safety team at Sutherland Shire Council, committed to public safety and community well-being in the Sutherland Shire area.
Dedicated to providing a safe and secure environment for all residents through effective regulation and enforcement functions. We value teamwork, excellence, integrity, and innovation in everything we do.
Your Responsibilities
As an Inspector Public Safety, you will play a crucial role in enforcing legislation, maintaining public safety, and





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Team

About the role

We are seeking a qualified, motivated, legal officer with the ability to develop excellent relationships with partners and colleagues. Experience in handling a caseload including sales under Right to Buy legislation, enfranchisement and leases and licences is preferred but you will be supported and training will be provided to undertake these and other areas.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join our amazing legal team. We are looking for dedicated and enthusiastic applicants who are keen to develop their skills in a public sector environment. Prior experience in local government is desirable but more important is your determination to provide a first-class legal service. We are proud of our strong relationships with our client department working together to achieve Bury’s vision.
Our Legal Service provide high quality, clear legal advice on all aspects of local government work and has recently invested heavily in our Lexcel accredited Legal Service. Based in Bury town centre we offer flexible and agile working and a range of staff benefits. Our legal team is incredibly friendly and supportive, and you will be provided with training and development opportunities to develop and enhance your skills. The department’s re-structure allows for our legal officers to be well supported to ensure they can excel with opportunities available for career development. We very much work as a team with a focus on training, mentoring, and coaching to get the right results. We are supported by our Practice Manager to achieve better ways of working.

Hours of work are 37 per week worked in a flexible and agile way, you may be required to attend meetings outside normal working hours. You will have the ability to work in a flexible and agile manner as well working more office based if preferred.
For more information, please see Job Description (link at the bottom of advert)

About Bury
The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare or children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment may be subject to a satisfactory disclosure at the appropriate level under the Disclosure and Barring Service.
In line with safer recruitment, please ensure that your application/CV covers your full employment history and there is a reason noted for any gaps in employment. Successful candidates will be asked to provide relevant references for the past ten years and character references will not be accepted.

As a Corporate Parent, ensure that the work and services you deliver considers our care experienced young people, promotes their life chances empowers them to influence the policies, services, and decisions that affect them, champions their rights, and ensure they grow up in the best possible way

Benefits of working for Bury Council
To hear about the benefits for working with Bury Council, please visit A good employer | greater jobs
We support employees to work with agility, where appropriate for the post and service requirements.
We are committed to Bury being an equal society that recognises values and embraces all people, regardless of any difference, for the skills, abilities and experiences they bring into the workforce and the wider community. Therefore we guarantee an interview for disabled people, looked after children/ care leavers, armed forces personnel (including reservists and veterans) and carers of adults or disabled children if they meet the essential criteria.

Next steps

For further information and a confidential chat please contact Kathryn Foulkes, Head of Economies and Environment Legal Team on 0161 253 5116 or k.e.foulkes@bury.gov.uk

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Legal Services

About the role

Are you looking for a role where you can showcase your ability whilst significantly contributing to public sector service delivery.
This is an exciting time to be joining Bury Council; a growing council and an equally growing legal services team, we are undertaking a number of exciting development plans across our six townships.
Bury Legal Services plays a vital role in supporting the council's vision for the borough, and we are looking for a Legal Business Support Officer to join our team and contribute to delivering high quality legal services to our several client departments.

What you'll be doing
As a Business Support Administrator in our legal service, you will support the service to deliver on a range of legal matters. You will also have the opportunity to provide significant input to the development and implementation of our legal compliance policies and procedures. Your extensive experience of business administration will put you in good stead for success in this role. At Bury Council, we are advocates of developing our teams, especially in terms of apprenticeships. We are an organisation that looks to promote collaborative working styles.

What our clients say about us
“Bury's legal team are integral to our service delivery”
“Colleagues in legal services are always hugely supportive and provide us with considered, timely professional advice that gives us the confidence to effectively manage risk and protect the organisation. “
“In my experience, our legal services are extremely professional, well managed and work tirelessly to sort things out. They never lose sight of the important issues for their clients and always give the right advice”
“I think our legal team are fabulous and wonderful.”

What our team says about us
“The legal team at Bury is a supportive environment in which to develop skills and knowledge to ensure high quality legal representation for children’s services. Colleagues and management team offer great support to every member of the team.”
“The people within legal services are really supportive and the managers genuinely value your opinion and seek to support your progression, if you want to work on something in particular or have a specific interest, they will act on that.”
“What I really enjoy about my role at Bury Council, is that I get to see the positive impacts of the work I do and build really positive client relationships with those within the Council.”

What you'll need
To be successful in this role, you will need to have:
A strong track record of success in business administration.
Strong communication skills.
The ability to build and maintain relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.

Normal hours of work are 37 hours per week based around the usual business working week. Dependent on service requirements, you may be required to work on a rota basis.

About Bury
The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare or children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment may be subject to a satisfactory disclosure at the appropriate level under the Disclosure and Barring Service.
In line with safer recruitment, please ensure that your application/CV covers your full employment history and there is a reason noted for any gaps in employment. Successful candidates will be asked to provide relevant references for the past ten years and character references will not be accepted.

As a Corporate Parent, ensure that the work and services you deliver considers our care experienced young people, promotes their life chances empowers them to influence the policies, services, and decisions that affect them, champions their rights, and ensure they grow up in the best possible way

Benefits of working for Bury Council
To hear about the benefits for working with Bury Council, please visit A good employer | greater jobs
We support employees to work with agility, where appropriate for the post and service requirements.
We are committed to Bury being an equal society that recognises values and embraces all people, regardless of any difference, for the skills, abilities and experiences they bring into the workforce and the wider community. Therefore we guarantee an interview for disabled people, looked after children/ care leavers, armed forces personnel (including reservists and veterans) and carers of adults or disabled children if they meet the essential criteria.

Next steps

For an informal chat regarding the role please contact Grant Chadwick on g.chadwick@bury.gov.uk or 0161 253 7771

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Legal Business Support Officer Job Description

Legal Services

About the role

Are you looking for a role where you can showcase your ability whilst significantly contributing to public sector service delivery.
This is an exciting time to be joining Bury Council; a growing council and an equally growing legal services team, we are undertaking a number of exciting development plans across our six townships.
Bury Legal Services plays a vital role in supporting the council's vision for the borough, and we are looking for a Legal Business Support Officer to join our team and contribute to delivering high quality legal services to our several client departments.

What you'll be doing
As a Business Support Administrator in our legal service, you will support the service to deliver on a range of legal matters. You will also have the opportunity to provide significant input to the development and implementation of our legal compliance policies and procedures. Your extensive experience of business administration will put you in good stead for success in this role. At Bury Council, we are advocates of developing our teams, especially in terms of apprenticeships. We are an organisation that looks to promote collaborative working styles.

What our clients say about us
“Bury's legal team are integral to our service delivery”
“Colleagues in legal services are always hugely supportive and provide us with considered, timely professional advice that gives us the confidence to effectively manage risk and protect the organisation. “
“In my experience, our legal services are extremely professional, well managed and work tirelessly to sort things out. They never lose sight of the important issues for their clients and always give the right advice”
“I think our legal team are fabulous and wonderful.”

What our team says about us
“The legal team at Bury is a supportive environment in which to develop skills and knowledge to ensure high quality legal representation for children’s services. Colleagues and management team offer great support to every member of the team.”
“The people within legal services are really supportive and the managers genuinely value your opinion and seek to support your progression, if you want to work on something in particular or have a specific interest, they will act on that.”
“What I really enjoy about my role at Bury Council, is that I get to see the positive impacts of the work I do and build really positive client relationships with those within the Council.”

What you'll need
To be successful in this role, you will need to have:
A strong track record of success in business administration.
Strong communication skills.
The ability to build and maintain relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.

Normal hours of work are 18.5 hours per week based around the usual business working week. Dependent on service requirements, you may be required to work on a rota basis.

About Bury
The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare or children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment may be subject to a satisfactory disclosure at the appropriate level under the Disclosure and Barring Service.
In line with safer recruitment, please ensure that your application/CV covers your full employment history and there is a reason noted for any gaps in employment. Successful candidates will be asked to provide relevant references for the past ten years and character references will not be accepted.

As a Corporate Parent, ensure that the work and services you deliver considers our care experienced young people, promotes their life chances empowers them to influence the policies, services, and decisions that affect them, champions their rights, and ensure they grow up in the best possible way

Benefits of working for Bury Council
To hear about the benefits for working with Bury Council, please visit A good employer | greater jobs
We support employees to work with agility, where appropriate for the post and service requirements.
We are committed to Bury being an equal society that recognises values and embraces all people, regardless of any difference, for the skills, abilities and experiences they bring into the workforce and the wider community. Therefore we guarantee an interview for disabled people, looked after children/ care leavers, armed forces personnel (including reservists and veterans) and carers of adults or disabled children if they meet the essential criteria.

Next steps

For an informal chat regarding the role please contact Grant Chadwick on g.chadwick@bury.gov.uk or 0161 253 7771

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Cyber Security Solutions Engineer

Reference Number - 79373

This Cyber Security Solutions Engineer will report to the Cyber Security Architecture Manager and will work within the Information Systems directorate based in our Ipswich office. You will be a permanent employee.

You will attract a salary of £57,600.00 and a bonus of 7.5%. This role can also offer blended working after probationary period (6 months) - 3 days in the office and 2 remote

Close Date: 17/10/2024

We also provide the following additional benefits

• 25 Days Annual Leave plus bank holidays

• Personal Pension Plan - Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%)

• Tenancy Loan Deposit scheme

• Tax efficient benefits: cycle to work scheme

• Season ticket loan

• Occupational Health support

DIMENSIONS:

UK Power Networks is expanding its presence in Microsoft Azure and enhancing its on-prem OT Mission Critical Systems. It is necessary that a secure environment is developed for the hosting and management of our critical information assets. We ask that you have a blend of skillsets across cyber security including solution design, configuration, implementation, operation, governance, change management, communications, and the understanding of protecting data in employing the use of relevant encryption standards. The main measure of success is maintaining regulatory compliance and improving the technical and organisational resilience of UKPN concerning the ever-changing cyber threat landscape.

• People - work collaboratively in a team of circa 8 permanent and temporary cyber security architecture resources.

• Financial - no direct budget responsibility.

• Suppliers - regular interaction with 3rd party service providers, specialist technical consultants and cyber security tooling vendors.

• Communication - able to communicate technical cyber security concepts to all kinds of colleagues across multiple levels of seniority to facilitate and ensure common understanding of decisions taken across the business.

• Stakeholders - establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal and external technology teams and third party providers, suppliers, and partners to improve outcomes and create agreement around a course of action. 

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Ensure highest standards of safety are applied across all responsibilities.

2. Implement the cyber security plans, technology roadmaps based on sound cyber security best practices to help implement UK Power Networks Cyber Security Strategy ensuring alignment to the company vision, values, and strategic goals.

3. Support the Cyber Security Architects, research new security technologies, toolsets, and solutions for both OT and Enterprise on-prem and cloud infrastructures.

4. Work as an important partner with third party vendors to design and implement proof of concept (PoC) cyber security solutions and evaluate against strict requirements and criteria following UK Power Networks policies and the cyber security technology roadmap.

5. Evaluate existing cyber security solutions within the enterprise to ensure that they are fit for purpose and that the solutions have been designed and implemented to gain maximum benefit and capability.

6. Support the Cyber Security Teams at a technical level to install cyber security product technologies and systems, such as firewalls, end point protection, encryption, VPN, SIEM, PAM, VM etc.

7. Support the Cyber Security Teams to drive effective root cause analysis of cyber security related incidents to ensure prompt action is taken to prevent incident reoccurrence and strengthen relevant cyber security controls.

8. Provide technical guidance and assurance to the wider information systems teams concerning the implementation of cyber security controls within the specified design principles.

The Information Systems Department works across UK Power Networks, supporting us in the achievement of our vision to become the best performing DNO. The team achieve this through the provision of technology solutions and the optimisation of current solutions to improve how we operate. Continuous improvement, customer service and seamless delivery is at the heart of this ethos and are therefore strongly underpinned by effective cyber security.

You will work with five disciplines within the Cyber Security Team, Enterprise Architecture, Technical Teams, IT Service Providers, Project, Innovation, and partners to implement and improve the security infrastructure, systems, and services.

Qualifications:

1. Work experience: Experience in cyber security, preferably in a security engineering or a security architecture role. Hands-on experience designing, implementing, and maintaining security solutions for multiple platforms, and using various security technologies and performing security testing and analysis.

2. Cyber Security Knowledge: An understanding of the principles and standards of cyber security, such as encryption, authentication, authorization, network security, application security, cloud security, and threat intelligence.

3. Security Solutions Design: Ability to design and implement security solutions that meet the requirements and goals. Analyse the security requirements, identify the security gaps, and propose the best security architectures to address them. Evaluate the costs, benefits, and trade-offs of different security solutions and make recommendations based on the UK Power Networks Policies, Standards and Security Patterns.

4. Security Tools and Technologies: Proficient in using multiple security technologies, such as firewalls, end point protection, intrusion detection and prevention systems, vulnerability scanners, encryption software, VPNs, and SIEMs. Be able to configure, test, deploy, and troubleshoot these tools and technologies and integrate them with other systems. Monitor and analyse the security logs and alerts generated by these tools and technologies and take appropriate actions.

5. Cyber Security Frameworks: Working knowledge of Cyber Essentials, ISO27001:2022, CSA Cloud Controls Matrix, NCSC CAF and GDPR, is important to ensure that data is being managed in a compliant manner.

6. Programming and scripting: Proficient programming and scripting skills to automate security tasks, develop custom security scripts and tools, and perform security testing and analysis. Familiar with some of the common programming and scripting languages used in cyber security, such as Python, PowerShell, Bash, Java, C#, and SQL.

7. Certifications: Relevant certifications in cyber security, such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, SSCP, or CCSP. Further technical certifications in Microsoft Azure, Networking, Firewall, SIEM, PAM or VM Products are beneficial.

8. Technical Capabilities: Technical competence in one or more of the following areas: Industrial Protocols (DNP3, ICCP, IEC-61850), IPSec VPN's, Networking, Network Security, RADIUS, MFA, Microsoft/Linux Operating Systems, Virtualization Platforms such as (VMware, Hyper-V, OpenShift), Cloud Security in Azure, PKI and Certificates.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Job Details

Grade: 5A
Hourly Rate: £13.02 - £14.15
Salary: £23768.96 - £25831.20 per annum
Contract Duration: Permanent

Please note there are 2 positions available in this post.

Recruitment Profile

This is an exciting opportunity to learn about all Council functions and work with colleagues in all service areas. We are looking for 2 administrative legal assistants. The successful candidates will assist three areas namely Information Management, Licensing and the People and Court Group within the Legal and Licensing Structure. The posts will enable these three areas to continue to provide an effective operational delivery of high focussed services to Council Departments, the Corporate Client, Elected Members and the Public. The posts will suit candidates with a particular interest in Information Management, Licensing and Legal Work.

Essential

Good standard of education, with a minimum of 3 Standard Grades or equivalent (General Level 3 or above) including English or substantial relevant experience

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries may be made to Gillian Sellar by telephone on +441835825158 or by email at gillian.sellar@scotborders.gov.uk.






Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.

Role: Prison Security Escort

Location: HMP Highpoint

Standard Rate: £11.44 per hour + 33 days holiday pay

Overtime rate: £15.22ph (overtime after 37.5 hours)

Duration: Temporary role

Typical hours: Monday to Friday 08:00 - 17:00

As a Prison Security Escort, you will work alongside the prison service, assisting our client who is responsible for the maintenance of the buildings. You will be a part of security team where you will escort and oversee contractors such as carpenters, plumbers and electricians, whilst they complete their maintenance work.

Duties of a Prison Security Escort Include (but not limited to)

• Checking the identification of the contractors
• Checking contractors have been briefed on security measures
• Booking in and out of the contractors
• Creating a tool list
• Escorting contractors through the prison to their place of work
• Overseeing contractors whilst they are working (Please note you will have to stay with the contractors at all times)
• Checking contractor tools are all accounted for prior to leaving work area
• Using the radio to request permission to move contractors within the prison

About You:

• You will have good communication skills
• Have excellent attention to detail
• Be safety conscious
• Have been living in the UK for the past 3+ years
• Be able to pass security vetting (includes providing references, passing security police checks & providing photo identification)

Why should you apply?

• 33 days holiday per year
• No experience required
• Full training provided
• Access to internal roles within a government facility, often with the potential to apply to permanent positions

Due to the nature of the environment, you will be asked to complete the standard Security Vetting for the establishments.

If you are interested in this Prison Security Escort position based at Stradishall, Newmarket CB8 9YG please apply and we will be in touch.

SkyBlue is an equal opportunity employer.

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website:www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk This vacancy is open to those who have a current NMC PIN to practice as an Registered Nurse or Midwife in the UK, or those who are currently enrolled on a course which means they expect to receive their full NMC PIN within the next 3 months. Please note an NMC PRN PIN is not a full NMC PIN and would not fulfil the essential criteria for this role. The NCA can no longer accept applications from International Nurses and Midwives who are yet to complete all competencies needed to receivea full NMC PIN to practice in the UK as we have paused our OSCE programme indefinitely. To learn more about how you can gain a full NMC PIN to be eligible to apply for our vacancies in the future, please see the NMC website:https://www.nmc.org.uk/registration/joining-the-register/register-nurse-midwife/trained-outside-uk/how-to-guide/ We reserve the right to close the online vacancy when we are in receipt of sufficient applications. Should you wish to apply for this post you are advised to complete and return your application form as soon as possible.