Cyber Security Specialist

This role will suit either an experienced team lead, or engineer who is looking for the next step in their career. You will have a strong awareness of the Cyber Security threat landscape, SIEM tools, firewalls and boundary controls coupled with excellent troubleshooting and investigating skills.

At USS, every individual contributes to building a secure financial future for our members and their families. We strive to create a work environment where everyone can thrive professionally while making a meaningful impact on the lives of others. We're also committed to helping you build your career by providing opportunities for development. We put a focus on recognising and supporting each individual's unique career path, driving this forward with the support of an engaged and proactive management team. Here at USS, we want you to thrive in and out of work with a friendly team, flexible culture and excellent range of benefits!

What you will be doing:

As a trusted part of the IT you will be responsible for:

• Managing both BAU and project workloads of the team, making operational technical decisions daily
• Working to deadlines defined by the USS project teams and Technology Services management team
• Ensuring compliance across Platform, Application, and Operating System by collaborating with other technology services departments
• Leading from a security standpoint during priority incidents and manage technical escalations to 3rd parties
• Providing security metrics, reports, and maintain documentation
• Working closely with Technology Services Architects to design and deliver new technologies Supporting, maintaining, developing, and govern all security platforms including SIEM, NAC, Vulnerability Management etc
• Responding to security incidents, alerts, and exceptions according to established procedures
• Encouraging team development, create new procedure documentation, and provide quality control for the team's work

About you:

We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they don't tick every box, if you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, then please apply, regardless of whether you meet all the requirements outlined in this profile.

To be successful in the role you will have:

• Strong experience and knowledge of using Security Information, Vulnerability Management and Event Management tools
• Strong experience and knowledge of implementing and supporting Network Access Control Experience with vulnerability management tools
• Strong understanding of the cyber threat landscape
• Experience conducting analysis/investigation and containment of potential data breaches or Cyber Security incidents
• Experience and knowledge of implementing and supporting Next-Gen Firewalls
• Ability to work independently Writing and delivering reports as identified Excellent communication and collaboration skills

How we will reward you:

• Great starting salary
• Generous annual leave package
• Access to a high quality pension scheme provided through Universities Superannuation Scheme Supportive people policies (including enhanced occupational sickness pay and family friendly pay)
• Financial contributions towards your personal development to help you maintain your physical and mental wellbeing
• Access to a range of health and wellbeing services i.e., private healthcare, discounted gym membership Learning and development opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and talent
• Employee Volunteer Day’s to support the communities where you work and live
• Cycle to Work Scheme

About us:

Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) was established in 1974 as the principal pension scheme for universities and higher education institutions in the UK. We work with around 330 employers to help build a secure financial future for more than 528,000 members and their families. We are one of the largest pension schemes in the UK, with total assets of around £75.5bn (at 31 March 2023).

USSL is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to ensure our recruitment process is as flexible and inclusive as possible so we can attract diverse candidates and recruit the best talent. We want all candidates to perform at their best during the recruitment process, so if you need any reasonable adjustments or if there is anything we can do to help support you through your recruitment journey please let us know.