Information and Security Officer
4 weeks ago
Job summary
The Information and Security Officer will be responsible for two important business critical and government policy areas Information Security and Business Continuity.
This role requires a certain amount of autonomy, with the postholder acting on their own initiative, within set parameters, making decisions around work priorities and resolving, often complex issues. Supporting the Head of Risk, Security and information with managing and motivating staff in this area, the role will require good interpersonal and communication skills.
The role will require a good technical understanding of information management, Business Continuity and information security risk management.
The post holder may be required to perform duties other than those given in the job description. The duties and responsibilities attached to the post may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed.
This post requires the ability to obtain and maintain National Security Vetting at SC Level (please see .
Cefas is proud of a diverse and inclusive work environment, committed to fairness and the promotion of equality of opportunity for all. We know that having a range of experiences, backgrounds, ways of working and thinking, makes us a stronger organisation, better at reflecting the communities we serve. We embrace different views and experiences and value the fresh perspective that people from a variety of circumstances bring to the work we do. We welcome applications from candidates who have not previously worked for the Civil Service, mid- and late-career changers with transferable skills, people from all backgrounds and circumstances regardless of disability, gender, age, ethnicity, LGBT+ identity and socio-economic status.�
Job description
The Post Holder will be the lead for Information Security Management System, this will include (but not limited to); working with Information Asset Owners to assess and manage risks to Cefas critical information assets, and responsible for maintaining and managing the accreditation cycle of those critical information assets, managing Business Continuity, Incident Management and Disaster Recovery planning, exercising and activation of those plans.
The Post Holder will work closely with the IT Services Group to ensure cyber security actions are completed and mitigating controls are in place and working.
The post holder will manage aspects of Records Management, Data Protection Management, and Freedom of Information Management, which will include (but not limited to), Defining and managing classifications and record types, managing and improving records management within Cefas, ensuring full retention period activation for stored electronic and paper records, managing Cefas compliance with the Data Protection Act. Collaboration with Defra - Records Management, Data Protection, and Freedom of Information teams, to develop, maintain and promote best practice. Creation, updating and promotion of the Information Management and Security Teams policies and PAG�s.
The post holder may be required to perform duties other than those given in the job description. The duties and responsibilities attached to the post may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed.
Person specification
The following are essential criteria required for this role and you must be able to demonstrate your skills and experience in the following areas:
Experience of engaging, advising and influencing at all levels of an organisation including senior managers;The ability to consider the correct approach for each individual challenge;The ability to take a cross-government approach, considering the impact of your decisions in the broadest of settings;Understanding information security and assurance covering Cyber, personnel and physical;Understanding and working knowledge and experience of information risk management;Experience working within an ISO27001 compliant information security management system or experience working within an ISO22301 compliant Business Continuity Management System;The ability to form excellent relationships within Cefas and across Defra, especially with the Defra Groups within the teams� areas of responsibility;The ability to analyse information to provide appropriate expert advice and guidance;Experience of managing complex and diverse workload, leading and drawing on multiple teams across Cefas and Defra to complete tasks; Proven ability to perform effectively to deadlines, maintaining focus in challenging situations and adapting to find solutions that meet the needs of stakeholders; Ability to obtain and maintain SC clearance. (please see ; and Certified Information Security Manager in good standing or Certified Information Security Systems Professional in good standing or willing to work towards one of these qualifications.Behaviours
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
Seeing the Big PictureChanging and ImprovingCommunicating and InfluencingWorking TogetherWe only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form:
Seeing the Big PictureBenefits
Alongside your salary of �39,150, Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science contributes �10,571 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Generous annual leave entitlement � Cefas offers 25 days' annual leave on entry (rising to 30 days over first 5yrs) for full-time new entrants to the Civil Service. Employees receive 8 public holidays a year, plus an additional day to mark the King's birthdayAccess to learning and development tailored to your roleA working environment that supports a range of flexible working optionsA working culture which encourages inclusion and diversityEligible to join the Civil Service Pension scheme � more information can be found on the CSP website�Staff recognition vouchersIn-year award scheme-
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