Network and Cyber Technician

Join our forward-thinking council in as a Cyber Security Technician and be part of an exceptional team that keeps our digital operations secure and efficient. Without our dedicated technicians, our data would be at risk, and our services could be compromised, affecting everyone from employees to the wider community.

In this role, you will:

• Be the frontline defence against cyber threats, ensuring the integrity of our ICT network.


• Support and lead various network projects and cyber response initiatives.


• Grow your skills through hands-on experience and a structured cyber security degree program.


Why Work for Us? We're not just a council; we're a hub of innovation and excellence. You'll be part of a culture that values progress and community service, with opportunities to make a real-world impact.

This role is designed for career progression, with responsibilities expanding as you gain expertise and experience.

We need a proactive, tech-savvy individual who is passionate about cyber security and eager to learn. You'll be:

• A problem-solver who can manage projects and respond to incidents with precision.


• A team player who can collaborate with various departments to enhance our digital security.


• Committed to continuous learning and advancing your skills in cyber security., It is a legal requirement, under the Immigration Act 2016, that anyone appointed to a 'customer facing role' must be able to demonstrate an ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in fluent English.
  
  Our main office, based in the Eastgate Centre on Eastgate Street in the heart of the city, is an accessible, modern and light space designed for collaborative working and finding new ways to work. It's all open plan, with a living green wall and other plants without set desks, so you can sit next to someone new every day. We're always looking to improve how we work and we offer flexible and agile working to give our people a great work life balance., Generous Annual Leave entitlement 25 days annual leave rising to 30 days after 5 years continuous service (30


days annual leave (for roles G and above only)


• An option to purchase 10 days of additional leave per year (pro rata for part-time staff)



• 2 days paid leave every year to participate in local volunteering activities



• Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) & Life Cover of 3 times your salary



• Regular Training, career development and qualification opportunities



• Supportive and positive working environment with regular, robust supervision



• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) that provides free, confidential, counselling and advice for


employees, available 24 hours a day, online and by telephone, and an in-house Occupational Health service


• Enhanced family friendly leave and pay



• Cycle to Work scheme (Salary Sacrifice -T&C apply)



• Coming Soon - Car Scheme (Salary Sacrifice -T&C apply)



• Employee discount scheme



• Discounted tickets for local events, and reduced rate use of GL1 facilities



• Free Flu-jabs



• Access to employee led networks such as Black Worker's, Prism (LGBT+), Carers, Disability and the Young


Employees Network, and opportunities to participate in our Equalities Working Group.