Junior Cyber Security ArchitectMethods

London, England, United Kingdom 14-07-2023
CivicTech

Description

Methods is a £100M+ IT Services Consultancy who has partnered with a range of central government departments and agencies to transform the way the public sector operates in the UK. Established over 30 years ago and UK-based, we apply our skills in transformation, delivery, and collaboration from across the Methods Group, to create end-to-end business and technical solutions that are people-centred, safe, and designed for the future.

Our human touch sets us apart from other consultancies, system integrators and software houses - with people, technology, and data at the heart of who we are, we believe in creating value and sustainability through everything we do for our clients, staff, communities, and the planet.

We support our clients in the success of their projects while working collaboratively to share skill sets and solve problems. At Methods we have fun while working hard; we are not afraid of making mistakes and learning from them.

Predominantly focused on the public-sector, Methods is now building a significant private sector client portfolio.

Methods was acquired by the Alten Group in early 2022.


The Cyber Junior Security Consultant will have the following responsibilities:

  • Work with senior architects to develop security policies that adhere to regulations and standards.
  • Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability testing to ensure infrastructures remain secure against cyber threats.
  • Work with stakeholders to identify security issues and provide recommendations or solutions.
  • Develop security documentation including security policies, procedures, and guidelines.
  • Keep up-to-date with the latest security trends, vulnerabilities, and threat analyses to ensure systems remain secure and up-to-date.
  • Monitor security systems and provide incident response when necessary.
  • Work collaboratively with other IT staff to maintain a robust and resilient IT architecture.

Requirements

  • Desirable to Essential Skills and Experience:
    • A Junior consultant with a background in Cyber Security
    • Basic knowledge in Information Security related positions
    • Basic knowledge in security architecture
    • Basic knowledge of secure network architecture and technical design
    • Basic knowledge in creating secure architecture in either AWS either/or Azure or premise (hybrid)
    Desirable Skills & Experience:
    • Certification in AWS or Azure for Architecture and Security or similar
    • Security Certification e.g ISC2 CC or similar
    • Basic knowledge of evolving digital technology/applications e.g. AI/Digital twins/IoT
    • Basic knowledge of principles, practices, tools and techniques of IT auditing.
    Am I the right fit? We're looking for:
    • Resilience
    • Strong collaboration and team working
    • Good Communication skills
    • Genuine passion/commitment to improving public services
    • A determined and tenacious approach to work
    • A creative approach to problem solving
    • Good listening and comprehension
    • Great stakeholder management
    Methods is passionate about its people; we want our colleagues to develop the things they are good at and enjoy. By joining us you can expect
    • Autonomy to develop and grow your skills and experience
    • Be part of exciting project work that is making a difference in society
    • Strong, inspiring, and thought-provoking leadership
    • A supportive and collaborative environment
    • Flexibility to learn and grow

Additional

This role will require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected. Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.

Benefits

Methods is passionate about its people; we want our colleagues to develop the things they are good at and enjoy.

By joining us you can expect:

  • Autonomy to develop and grow your skills and experience
  • Be part of exciting project work that is making a difference in society
  • Strong, inspiring, and thought-provoking leadership
  • A supportive and collaborative environment

As well as this we offer:

Development – access to LinkedIn Learning, a management development programme, and training

Wellness – 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme

Flexible Working – including home working and part time

Social – office parties, breakfast Tuesdays, monthly pizza Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays, and commitment to charitable causes

Time Off – 25 days of annual leave a year, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy 5 extra days each year

Volunteering – 2 paid days per year to volunteer in our local communities or within a charity organisation

Pension – Salary Exchange Scheme with 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution

Discretionary Company Bonus – based on company and individual performance

Life Assurance – of 4 times base salary

Private Medical Insurance – which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included)

Worldwide Travel Insurance – which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included)

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay

Travel – season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme

For a full list of benefits please visit our website (www.methods.co.uk/careers/benefits

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