Huntingdonshire District Council (HDC) is passionate about providing high-quality services to our communities, residents and businesses. This means we must employ and retain the most talented and dedicated people.
Situated within the heart of the Cambridge-Peterborough Growth Area, Huntingdonshire is a beautiful district that boasts thriving market towns and many attractive villages, each with its own identity. We are an innovative and forward-thinking local authority whose residents are at the heart of our decision-making.
At HDC we want to employ staff who embody our icare values (Inspiring, Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful, Enterprising), all of which support our ultimate purpose of putting our customers first.
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About the Role
Are you driven by a strong sense of integrity and a passion for safeguarding digital infrastructure? We are looking for a proactive and experienced Cyber/Information Security Lead to join our 3C ICT Shared Services team. In this pivotal role, you will uphold the highest standards of confidentiality, integrity, and availability across our IT systems, supporting partner councils with professionalism and care.
You will collaborate closely with the Technical Architect and key stakeholders to embed a ‘Secure by Design’ approach, aligned with the UK Government’s Cyber Security Strategy. Your leadership will reflect our commitment to excellence, supporting a culture of accountability and respect while delivering robust, forward-thinking security measures.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and review IT security policies and controls
- Monitor IT systems for threats and vulnerabilities, producing detailed reports
- Lead forensic investigations and liaise with relevant bodies in the event of breaches
- Represent 3C ICT at public sector cyber security forums such as WARP and CyberUK
- Deliver training and raise awareness of cyber security best practices
- Support disaster recovery planning and ensure systems are patched and compliant
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience in a cyber security role with knowledge of ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials Plus, and risk mitigation
- Relevant qualifications such as CISSP, CISM, Security+, or equivalent
- Strong technical understanding of network and application security, anti-virus/EDR, SIEM solutions, and vulnerability testing tools
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical issues to non-technical audiences
- A collaborative, analytical, and proactive approach to problem-solving
Desirable Skills
- Experience with ITIL-based change control, CMDB, and Microsoft technologies
- Familiarity with PowerShell scripting and mobile device management
- Knowledge of the Data Protection Act and information governance principles.
This role is subject to a satisfactory DBS check.
An offer of employment is conditional upon having the right to work in the UK. Huntingdonshire District Council does not hold a Sponsorship Licence and is unable to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) or take over sponsorship for any role.
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Apply
The closing date is 14 July 2025 08:00 and interviews will be held the week commencing 21 July 2025.
However, this is a rolling campaign and we'll be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis and will close the advert early should we receive suitable applications, so please don't delay in applying!
For many of our roles (where it is possible) we accommodate a hybrid model of working. We know our people are what make Huntingdonshire District Council great and recognise how important a healthy work–life balance is. Our hybrid work model enables employees to work remotely whilst allowing for in-office collaboration opportunities across the district. Candidates should therefore be within commutable distance of our offices in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire or able to attend meetings as required if further afield.
Should you have any additional questions regarding submitting an application, please contact the Recruitment Team at recruitment@huntingdonshire.gov.uk.
Please note that the official closing date is as above, and will be the correct date. Some third-party websites may have different dates. Please refer to the HDC website for the official closing date to ensure you do not miss out on applying.
Working for the council
As an employer who values diversity of thought, we seek to employ candidates from a range of backgrounds in order to make our organisation more innovative. We are seeking candidates who are looking for their next career opportunity and are supportive employers, enabling our staff to work in an environment that produces high standards of work in an employee-led environment.
Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our recruitment and along with our values we are committed to creating an inclusive working environment, where diversity is valued and there is equality of opportunity. We therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community and we offer a range of benefits, including flexitime, to encourage a work-life balance.
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