Job Introduction

Job Title:                   ICT Security Lead

Salary:                       £50,000 - £65,000

Contract:                  Permanent

Location:                  Homebased North West

Weekly Hours:       35 

So…. What is this role exactly?

This is an exciting opportunity for an ICT Security Lead to join Your Housing Group and lead on the design, delivery and implementation of YHGs ICT Cyber Security Programme as part of the ICT Security and Governance team.

It’s an exciting time to join the team as the role will be integral to the continued maturity of YHG’s wide-ranging technology programme. With a large amount of work kicking off to take YHG’s ICT functionality to the next level of its evolution, the timing of joining the team could not be better. As part of this, the role will lend itself to those with an interest in further evolving the security landscape in place at YHG and ensuring we are protected against the next generation of threats.

Alongside the current effective controls, this role will be perfect for someone with a passion for leading organisations into next-generation and upcoming security ideas and controls, including an upcoming full SASE solution, Zero Trust, SD-WAN, SIEM, introduction of AI functionality and further Cloud Migration. Ensuring YHG’s valuable data is protected during a time of overhaul and change is a high priority for the business, and leading this process through engagement with multiple stakeholders will be a key aspect to the role.

We are looking for someone whose passion for cyber security shines, who can take risk-based decisions in an ever-changing environment. 

What will my working week look like? 

You will be homebased, living within the North West, within a reasonable travelling distance of our Head Office in Warrington, to attend meetings and training courses when needed.  Realistically, you will be required to visit our Head Office approximately twice a month.

What will I be responsible for doing?

First and foremost, you will be responsible for leading ICT Security projects with internal and external stakeholders, alongside managing the continued security practices in place.

One of the great things about this role is the variety of work you may be asked to undertake. In an organisation that takes steer from new government initiatives, the projects you will be asked to work upon have direct influences on the direction of the business, the level of its cyber security capabilities, and protecting vulnerable members of society.

Other duties within this role include: Responding to live security incidents, assisting with ELT/Board-level reporting, running cyber-security awareness programmes (including training and phishing simulations) and becoming the ‘go-to person’ for advice relating to cyber security for both the business and its’ tenants.  

And what would make me stand out from the crowd?

To be a successful as an ICT Security Lead, here at YHG, you will have….  

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional / CompTIA Security+ or other Security Qualification.
• Experienced in the management of stakeholders.
• Experienced in dealing with live security incidents when applicable.

Ideally you will be ……. 

• Someone who is able to respond to live security incidents in a flexible and calm manner.
• Someone who is able to respect the balance needed between ongoing productivity and security requirements.
• Someone who is qualified and whom people can turn to for trusted advice.
• Someone who is able to treat incidents with the confidentiality they require.

This role is really suited to someone who likes to utilise their knowledge in the world of cyber-security in a personable manner, while ensuring YHG continues to be a frontrunner in security among Housing Associations.

This role also offers genuine progression opportunities with the ability to gain accreditations and qualifying to further your career, including CISSP and CISM.

So if you are excited by what this role can offer and the ability to have a genuine impact here at YHG we would love to hear from you!

For more detail on the role, please review the role profile available by visiting the vacancy on our website - www.yourhousinggroup.co.uk/careers.

That all sounds great, what’s in it for me?

In return we offer £50,000 to £65,000 for a 35-hour week, and 25 days annual leave (holidays also increase with time served) plus Bank Holidays, but our employee offering provides much more than just a competitive salary and holiday allowance.

At #TeamYHG we measure performance on outputs and quality, not hours and minutes. We offer a flexible, homeworking culture where you’re trusted to get the job done.  If you need time for an appointment, the school run or an exercise class, if it fits with business needs, we’re open to what works for you too. And when you need to collaborate with your team, you can visit Youggle House – our purpose-built collaboration, wellbeing, and social space in Birchwood, Warrington.

On top of this, we’ll provide you with a great benefits package, including a contributory pension where we match whatever you choose to contribute (up to 8%), an advanced level Healthcare cash plan through BHSF, that doesn’t just provide dental and optician cashback but also health and wellbeing benefits (such as 24/7 GP Access, money back from prescriptions and alternative therapy treatments) and an amazing discount scheme that gives you access to half price cinema tickets, subsidised gym memberships and a huge range of discounts with some of the biggest high street and online names.

For more of our great benefits, please review the benefits information sheet available by visiting the vacancy on our website - www.yourhousinggroup.co.uk/careers.

And who are Your Housing Group?

Your Housing Group is a registered social landlord helping people at every stage of life to live in quality homes they can afford.

As one of the North’s sector-leading landlords, we are proud to play our role in tackling the UK's housing crisis by continually reinvesting in our 29,000 properties and tailoring our services to meet the diverse needs of our customers. We also build over 1,000 new homes each year.

We’re an employer of choice, over 88% of colleagues here recommend us as a 'great place to work

Closing Date:   12th November 2024

We review applications as they’re received and reserve the right to close this advert early; if you’re interested, please apply ASAP to avoid disappointment.

Your Housing Group values diversity and encourages applications from all communities. Your Housing Group operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for any applicants who declare they have a disability, if these applicants meet the minimum requirements for the role (as set out in the role profile and/or person specification) they will be guaranteed an interview.  Your Housing Group welcomes applications from our customers, however, access to confidential information and probity will be explored to determine whether there is a potential conflict of interest or security issue present which may prevent the Group from being able to proceed with the application. YHG3

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