A new and exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Digital Services Operations team as a Digital Cyber Security Specialist at The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust.
The Digital Operations Team supports the trust's Cyber Security, Servers, Network, and Data Storage, along with the implementation and support of new systems.
The successful candidate will lead the implementation of security enhancements, ensure compliance with relevant standards (such as the DSP Toolkit and Cyber Essentials Plus), and liaise with external stakeholders to uphold the security and confidentiality of Trust systems and data.
We are looking for a friendly, motivated, and enthusiastic individual who is passionate about delivering high-quality services and contributing to its ongoing development.
Experience of working in a high-pressured NHS IT service environment with the ability to communicate confidently with staff and customers at all levels would be advantageous.
The Cyber Security Specialist will be a key member of the Digital Services team, responsible for ensuring the security, integrity, and resilience of the Trust's digital infrastructure, systems, and data. This includes safeguarding clinical and corporate systems against cyber security threats while enabling secure and reliable access for staff and partner organisations.
The role involves managing, maintaining, and continuously improving the Trust's cyber security posture in line with industry standards, legal requirements, and NHS guidelines. The post holder will provide expert technical advice and operational support on cyber security matters across the organisation, including risk assessments, threat mitigation, and incident response.
Working closely with other Digital Services teams, the Cyber Security Specialist will play a vital role in supporting the Trust's digital strategy, implementing security solutions, and promoting awareness of cyber security best practices across all disciplines and departments.
We are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff members work in patients' homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield).
Committed to continuous improvement, we prioritise our people and values to deliver excellent patient experiences. Our team is friendly, passionate, and always seeking better ways to work through research and innovation.
We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces for honest conversations and to share ideas, thoughts, and concerns to increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion.
As a member of the team, you will have access to the NHS pension plan, a generous holiday allowance, employee health and wellbeing services, and extensive benefits and support. These include onsite nurseries, childcare vouchers, car lease and home electronics schemes, working carers support, carer-friendly policies, and more.
If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.
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