IT Security Engineer (EHA2274-0323)

We’re here to create and harness knowledge, to deliver opportunity for everyone. 

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an IT Security Engineer to join the IT Services department, a growing team with wide ranging responsibilities across the University. 

You will play a leading role in the delivery and enhancement of IT security services across the University, working closely across all IT Services divisions, with System Owners and expert users, to plan, deliver and support a range of security related projects. 

You will also act as one of the University’s subject matter experts in information security, advise on IT security policies, strategies and procedures to maintain compliance standards and certifications, and further promote IT security awareness and best practice across all levels of the institution. 

This role provides an excellent platform giving you the ability to acquire and develop a multitude of skills to further your career.

For informal enquiries about this vacancy, please contact: Steven Daniels, IT Security Manager at steven.daniels@edgehill.ac.uk. 

About You

As IT Security Engineer, you will:

Be an experienced and skilled IT professional, ideally with a recognised IT security qualification and significant experience of security technologies, operating systems, systems administration and scripting languagesHave excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, demonstrate initiative, and have a deep curiosity of all things technicalBe capable of technical discovery, detailed investigation and assessment of complex IT security scenarios, and able to accurately document the processes, findings and/or root cause(s)Have technical expertise, sound judgement and confidentiality will enable you to efficiently and effectively analyse security incidents and events, and implement mitigating controls.Have strong all-round communications skills, be flexible and reliable, and demonstrate a professional, pro-active and customer focused approachBe able to work in a small team and independently, demonstrate your ability to manage and prioritise workloads effectively to meet deadlines, and be responsible for the implementation of complex IT security developments from conception to completion. 

At Edge Hill University we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.

Rewards & Benefits

A minimum of 38 days annual leave per annum (inclusive of bank holiday and University closure days) Discounted membership to our onsite state-of-the-art sport and leisure facilitiesStaff benefits scheme, which provides you with discounts across the high street, supermarket shopping, cinema tickets, dining out and moreA wide range of development programmes to enhance your careerBeautiful award-winning on-campus working environmentAutomatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme with our employer contribution of 16.3%

About Us 

At Edge Hill University we believe in the life changing opportunities knowledge can create. Since 1885, we’ve been creating access to knowledge for those who may not have had the opportunity to before. 

Today, the effect we have has a far-reaching impact, not just for those who come to study here but for those who work, invest in, and live in our local communities too. So, if you’ve ever wondered if one person can make a difference, simply speak to our alumni, students, and award-winning staff.

Because for us education isn’t about how much you take in. It’s about what you take out into the world. 

Inspiring minds and changing futures since 1885, Edge Hill University is “A great success story… an institution that improves and impresses year after year” – Times Higher Education. 

Closing Date: 23 Apr 2023

Department: Support

Salary: £33,348 to £36,333 per annum
Permanent