Infrastructure Security Engineer

at  HMGCC His Majestys Government Communications Centre

ARE YOU A SECURITY ARCHITECT/ENGINEER WHO WANTS TO APPLY THEIR SKILLS IN A HIGH-TECH ORGANISATION WHICH PRODUCES BESPOKE AND UNIQUE PRODUCTS ACROSS A WIDE RANGE OF TECHNOLOGIES?

You’ll apply your versatile approach and problem-solving skills across a range of technologies from desktop virtualisation technologies (VMWare, Hyper-v etc), Windows/Linux infrastructure and networking through to the cloud. The work will be a mix of hands-on engineering, consulting to help shape current and future architecture, advising other engineering teams on how to work securely and investigations.
You will use your skills and experience to help HMGCC’s Information Security Team protect the sophisticated engineering solutions developed by the organisation.
The Information Security Team is a small but high-performing team which works closely with the IT teams and engineering development teams to ensure the technical protections around the organisation’s work are effective yet support the business strategy.
You will get involved in a range of activities from the engineering of security solutions, technical investigation of security incidents, providing technical security advice through to assessing the technical risks in new technologies.
The work is varied and often changes direction unexpectedly. You’ll enjoy an environment where you often respond reactively to unexpected challenges at short notice. You will have the opportunity to acquire new technical skills. You will also be able to collaborate with other subject matter experts to further broaden your knowledge. We also offer a flexible and generous training package.

PUTTING YOUR SKILLS TO USE

Using your diverse range of skills you will:

• Make a valuable contribution to keeping HMGCC’s assets secure.
• Work to augment the value the Information Security Team brings to the organisation.
• Support HMGCC in achieving its strategic and business aims securely.
• Provide innovative solutions to the unique engineering challenges our context brings.
• Help develop future infrastructure securely.
• Contribute to the migration to the cloud.
• Play an active role in investigations and incident analysis.
• Work collaboratively with peers in other government departments.

YOUR PERSONAL SKILLS

You will be the type of person who:

• Relishes the challenge of delivering innovative solutions.
• Is keen to carry on learning and self-development.
• Isn’t afraid to make mistakes but shares the consequent learning experience.
• Works well with others and is a good team player.
• Embraces change and is willing to ‘make it work’.
• Is a good communicator and can express complex technical concepts to a range of non-technical stakeholders.

Benefits

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

Inclusion and diversity really matters to us. It’s not just about numbers or visible differences.
HMGCC are committed to providing equal opportunities and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities or who are neurodiverse.
We’re not looking for any one type of person. We’re looking for talent from all different backgrounds to join our organisation, where we genuinely respect and value each other’s differences, as well as our similarities. It makes us even better at what we do.
We are proud to offer candidates the opportunity to apply through the Offer of Interview scheme. The scheme ensures eligible candidates are selected for an interview as long as their application meets the minimum criteria for the role. To find out more and how you can apply under this scheme, please see the inclusion and diversity information on our website.
Things you need to know

NATIONALITY REQUIREMENTS

Open to UK nationals only.

To be considered for this role, you will already have:

• A proven track record in engineering secure Windows/Linux solutions in an enterprise IT context.
• A proven track record in developing effective and secure networking architectures.
• Experience with securing VMWare solutions

Now that we’ve explained a bit about what you will we be doing, here’s what we can offer you:

• 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 after 5 years’ service.
• 8 bank holiday days off in addition to your annual leave.
• 2 ½ additional days leave (set dates through the year).
• Paid overtime or time off in lieu. Your salary is for your contracted hours. If you work more, we believe you should be rewarded for that.
• Lots and lots of training. This can be anything from a ½ day internal course to a distant learning degree. If it’s relevant to your career, we will aim to support you.
• Our pension scheme is Alpha. It’s competitive.
• Sports and social society. Whether it’s classic cars or baking, golf or crafting, we have a society for you.
• On site nursery (subject to availability).
• 3 days paid leave a year to support a registered charity of your choice.
• Free parking.
• Free onsite gym, open 24 hours a day.
• Relocation package*.
• Affinity groups – whether you are disabled, LGBTQ and/or from an ethnic minority. We provide an inclusive environment and support for everyone