Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Cyber Security SOC and Compliance Engineer
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Cyber Security SOC and Compliance Engineer
Job Overview: Cyber Security Analyst – BCUHB ICT
Join Us in Transforming Healthcare Through Digital Innovation!
At BCUHB ICT, we’re driving a revolution in patient care through technology and smarter working. Our Digital Strategy is shaping a customer-focused, innovation-driven ICT service that delivers breakthroughs in healthcare. This is your chance to lead or support transformative digital advancements—be part of a challenge where every action makes an impact.
About the Role
You’ll join the Cyber Security and Compliance Team, reporting to the Cyber Security and Resilience Manager, focusing on:
- Proactively monitoring and protecting the ICT infrastructure from cyber threats.
- Ensuring resilience of systems critical to patient services.
- Proactively influencing ICT leadership to support digital transformation.
We’re seeking a resilient, initiative-driven thinker with: ✔ ability to overcome obstacles in a fast-paced environment ✔ strong communication and influencing skills to champion change ✔ strategic mindset to balance user needs with security compliance
Key Responsibilities
Core Duties
- Virtual SOC (Security Operations Centre) operations:
- Monitor SIEM (Security Information & Event Management) systems and related controls.
- Proactively detect, analyse, and evaluate suspicious/malicious activities.
- Identify patterns and trends in cyber incidents to implement preventative and corrective actions.
- Awareness and Compliance Support:
- Contribute to the Cyber Security Awareness Programme.
- Align with:
- Information Security Management System (ISMS)
- Cyber Essentials standards
- NIS-R (Network and Information Systems Regulations)
- Threat Research & Mitigation:
- Maintain expert knowledge of cyber threats and conduct threat hunting.
- Design and deliver measurement systems to monitor compliance.
- Advisory Role:
- Provide ICT, Information, and Cyber Security advice on queries.
- Balance system security with user accessibility.
Key Skills in Action
- Complex troubleshooting across ICT security, coding, and OS environments (e.g., SQL, Windows Technologies).
- Technical analysis of logs and multi-vendor systems.
- Collaboration to resolve technical issues with 3rd parties and stakeholders.
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Experience & Qualifications
Essential
- Degree-level education or equivalent experience in ICT/computing.
- Evidence of Continual Professional Development (CPD).
- Hands-on ICT Security knowledge:
- Configuration of complex ICT systems, structured query languages, and multi-vendor environments.
- Familiarity with system and OS logs.
- NHS Wales ICT standards, including:
- LHB ICT expertise.
- Compliance with NIS-R, Cyber Essentials frameworks.
- Training qualification: Level 3 Award in Education and Training (previous name: PTTLS).
Knowledge & Compliance
- NHS IT Security policies, governance, and Healthcare Data Standards (e.g., Caldicott Principles).
- Experience managing ICT support under Service Level Agreements for large/public sector organisations.
Experience Red Flags (Desirable)
- Senior roles in cybersecurity, IT operations, or security awareness programmes.
- Management or budgetary oversight of technical teams.
- Experience implementing change management projects (especially in healthcare).
Desirable Technical & Certification Bonuses
- Professional Certifications:
- MCSE (Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert)
- MCSP (Microsoft Certified Solutions Professional)
- ITIL Foundation
- BCS (British Computer Society), SDI (Society of Digital Information), or FedIP membership.
- Expertise in:
- Application Management
- Emerging healthcare cyber-threats
- Cross-NHS IT strategies (e.g., XDS or local trust platforms).
Person Specification: Aptitude & Soft Skills
Essential
- Critical Analysis & Problem-Solving:
- Assess cybersecurity risks, threats, and incidents to develop mitigations.
- Use research initiatives to identify attack techniques.
- Communication Skills:
- Present technical data clearly for all audiences.
- Training and support for staff and colleagues.
- Calm decision-making in high-pressure scenarios.
- Minute-taking, documentation, and executive reporting.
- Organizational Competency:
- Prioritise tasks in fast-paced environments.
- Establish individual systems/dashboards for monitoring capacity.
- Travel capability across and beyond BCUHB.
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Desirable
- Proactive adaptation to change, using experience to refine approaches.
Core Values & Behaviours
| Node | Job-Specific Expectation |
|---|---|
| Innovator | Push boundaries to improve systems. |
| Lateral Thinker | Creative solutions for complex security challenges. |
| Communication | Agile verbal/written grandparent to board-level messaging. |
| Attention to Detail | Laser focus on minor (e.g., log anomalies) and large-scale risks. |
| Resilience | Reliable under pressure with showcased stamina. |
| Customer Service | Ever-conscious of user needs vs. security tradeoffs. Expedient support.** |
What We Offer
Compensation & Flexibility
- Competitive salary with 34+ paid holidays (incl. bank holidays).
- Proportionate pension contributions: Generous employer contribution.
- Agile working and flexible arrangements encouraged.
- Car leasing/employment bike schemes.
Affiliation & Development
- British Computer Society (BCS) membership.
- Lifelong learning culture:
- CPD opportunities.
- Leadership framework: Proud to Lead core competencies.
Culture & Ethics
- Diverse, candidate-agnostic introductory offers (Welsh/English submissions equally valued).
- Registered Disability Confident Employer.
- Alignment with BCUHB Values:
Promote equality, inclusivity, moral integrity, and excellence in healthcare innovation.
Next Steps
Are you ready for a challenge that changes lives? Apply now to shape the future of healthcare ICT security at BCUHB—leading from risk prevention to resilience.
To proceed:
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Review the full Job Description and Person Specification [ +link to “Apply now” ].
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Applications candidates with Welsh language skills are welcomed and treated equally. No discrimination in recruitment. BCUHB is the largest Healthcare organisation in Wales.
Email communications throughout the process will rely on the address listed in your application. Regular checking is essential.
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