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Cyber Security Officer, BRIDGEND COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL
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About the Role
Bridgend County Borough Council's ICT Department is committed to providing a customer-led information technology service. Our aim is to continuously improve our services by meeting the evolving business needs of our customers through appropriate investment in technology, infrastructure, and staff.
We are looking for a Cybersecurity Officer to reinforce delivery of effective cyber security controls to protect the Council's systems and data. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the delivery of effective cyber security controls, monitoring, incident response, vulnerability management, and compliance.
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We are seeking an individual with experience of:
- Key cybersecurity principles including confidentiality, integrity, and availability (CIA triad).
- Enterprise malware detection and endpoint security platforms, such as Microsoft Defender for Endpoint or equivalent solutions.
- SIEM and SOAR solutions for security monitoring, alert investigation, and incident response.
- Vulnerability assessment and scanning tools such as Nessus to identify, assess, and prioritise security vulnerabilities.
- Maintaining accurate records of security incidents, assessments, and compliance activities, and develop security policies and procedures.
- Security awareness training and promoting best practices across the organisation.
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How to Apply
For an informal discussion regarding the role please email: Martin.Bell@bridgend.gov.uk to arrange a suitable time.
Important Information
Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees.
The council's Hybrid Working Policy applies to this post. This provides a framework for establishing how you will undertake working hours between your home and the office.
Important Dates
- Closing Date: 12 August 2026.
- Shortlisting Date: 14 August 2026.
- Interview Date: 27 August 2026.
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