The Army Cyber & Information Services Operations Centre (ACyISOC) is recruiting managers to enable the operation and defending the Armys critical systems, platforms and information, ensuring information confidentiality, integrity and availability in a rapidly evolving digital battlespace. The ACyISOC is the focal point for coordinating activity to achieve mission assurance. Youll be an integral part of developing the Armys defensive cyber capability using state-of-the-art tools, advanced analytics, and next-gen tech, helping the Army protect its critical assets against its adversaries. We are looking for individuals with the right attitude, managerial and technical competencies and the inter-personal skills necessary to own and develop several key functional areas within the Army Cyber & Information Services Operations Centre. This post is an excellent opportunity for both qualified individuals looking to start or progress in cyber security, or those looking to transition from a generalist technology background into a cyber security career. Appropriate training will be provided to ensure you have the skills and knowledge required to perform the role. If you are looking for an opportunity to transition or upskill into cyber, we need you! We are currently seeking 3 Senior Executive Officer (SEO) managers to cover a number of roles within the Army Cyber & Information Services Centre (ACyISOC). These roles will operate within a diverse environment with a blended workforce of Civil Servants, military personnel and industry partners reporting directly to a Grade 7 Civil Servant. These roles will be pivotal in understanding, monitoring, and mitigating cyber risks across the Armys digital enterprise. The 3 roles are Deputy ACyISOC Manager, Engineering Support Manager and Cyber Risk Manager. The ACyISOC is growing in maturity and the functions and roles are developing at pace. These roles have the opportunity to drive the direction of the ACyISOC and make a significant impact to reduce the cyber risk to the Army. We are looking for people with a relevant qualification such as a Degree / HND in Cyber / computing or formal certification through a certifying body (CISM/CISSP). Qualification and experience from adjacent field such as information technology or service management will be considered. The successful candidates main responsibilities will include: Lead and develop your area of responsibility Formalise activities by creating standardised processes Act as a conduit to link from strategic policy to implementation Reporting risk and issues Role specific responsibilities: Deputy ACyISOC Manager Responsible for the day-to-day operation of the ACyISOC, providing operations oversight Team management and development of subordinate functions providing guidance and support Security Incident Response assisting in the preparation and coordination of security events in a timely manner Engineering Support Manager Responsible for the management of engineering support to the other ACyISOC elements Lead detection engineering Enabling automation Applying and ensuring adherence to security engineering standards Supporting the tools and technologies Cyber Risk Manager Responsible for supporting comprehensive cyber security assessments to identify potential security threats and vulnerabilities Using industry standard frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, CIS, CAF) and methodologies to evaluate, benchmark and apply appropriate CIS controls to manage risk within specified tolerances Ability to communicate risk to a variety of stakeholders Person specification We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who can handle the pressure of coordinating a wide range of activities and should be comfortable working within the service management profession, willing to challenge established norms and process and be prepared to adapt to changing priorities. Applicants should display a positive and professional attitude. Good judgement and strong interpersonal skills are required, as well as the ability to work under pressure. It is essential that the successful candidate should be able to demonstrate: Knowledge of Cyber Security. Ability to work with diverse internal and external stakeholders and build strong relationships Highly organised and able to deal with multiple requests/priorities with competing deadlines Excellent written and verbal communication skills Desirable Skills: Experience of working in Security, Risk Management, Cyber Experience of managerial or leadership responsibilities A formal relevant certification, but not limited to the CISM, CISSP, Degree, HND, HNC, or extensive relevant work experience Membership of one or more recognised Professional Security Body Have previous experience working in a security environment Understanding of the National Institute of Security and Technology (NIST) Framework This is a reserved post open to UK nationals only. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Changing and Improving Communicating and Influencing Leadership Benefits Alongside your salary of 44,590, Ministry of Defence contributes 12,917 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. The Army prides itself on being a supportive employer and where possible encourages flexible working, helping you to maintain a great work/life balance. Other benefits for Army civil servants include: 25 days paid annual leave rising (1 day per year) to 30 days upon completion of 5 years service Pension contribution: 28.97% Personal and professional development of skills Alternative working patterns for many roles Access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), a free service that assists you with achieving a productive, healthy environment that is conducive to a healthy lifestyle Enhanced parental and adoption leave 6 days special leave per year which can be used for volunteering activities Learning and Development We believe that everyone has the potential to make a difference and you will be supported to help you learn and advance in your career. This includes working towards membership of a professional body and/or undertaking a modern apprenticeship as part of your role. A modern apprenticeship is a combined package of work and training. Through the schemes available you will gain a professional qualification, practical experience, and the broader skills required to develop in your current role and pave the way for your future career. Where business needs allow, some roles may be suitable for a combination of office and home-based working. This is a non-contractual arrangement where all office-based employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in office, subject to capacity and any required workplace adjustments. Requirements to attend other locations for official business, or work in another MOD office, will also count towards this level of attendance. Applicants can request further information regarding how this may work in their team from the Vacancy Holder (see advert for contact details). Defence Business Services cannot respond to any questions about working arrangements. The post does not offer relocation expenses. External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six-month probation period. Please Note: Expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed. Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts. Any move to MOD from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/. The Ministry of Defence is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its staff which includes educating them on the benefits of not smoking, protecting them from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke and supporting those who want to give up smoking. Under the Smoke-Free Working Environment policy, Smoking and the use of all tobacco products (including combustible and chewing tobacco products) will not be permitted anywhere in the Defence working environment however some exemptions are in place, please refer to local guidance. The policy is Whole Force and includes all Defence personnel, contractors, visitors and other non-MOD personnel. All applicants seeking, considering, or accepting employment with the Ministry of Defence should be aware of this policy and that it is already in place at a number of Defence Establishments. MOD Recruitment Satisfaction Survey We may contact you regarding your experience to help us improve our customer satisfaction. The survey is voluntary and anonymous. You may however be given the opportunity to provide additional information to help us improve our service which includes the collection of some personal data as defined by the United Kingdom General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). The MOD Privacy Policy Notice sets out how we will use your personal data and your rights. Things you need to know Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours and Experience. At application you will be asked to provide a CV and a personal statement of no more than 750 words demonstrating the following: Experience of working in Information Technology Experience in the field of Cyber Security Any relevant managerial experience in a technical role Any experience of selected role At interview you will be assessed against the following behaviours - Changing and Improving Communicating and Influencing Leadership Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. There is a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. If you need to advise us that you need additional help or reasonable adjustments for the recruitment process, please contact: DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3@mod.gov.uk. As a result of the changes to the UK immigration rules which came in to effect on 1 January 2021, the Ministry of Defence will only offer sponsorship for a skilled worker visa under the points based system, where a role has been deemed to be business critical. This role does not meet that category and we will not sponsor a visa. It is therefore NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points based system. Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected and any provisional offer of employment withdrawn. The Ministry of Defence requires all candidates who are successful at interview to declare any outside interests. These declarations will be discussed with successful candidates following the interview process and before a formal offer of employment is made, as some outside interests may not be compatible with MOD civilian roles. This will not, in the majority of cases, prevent employment in MOD, but it is a measure that must be taken to ensure that appropriate mitigations can be put in place to manage any potential, perceived or actual conflicts of interest from the first day of employment. The Ministry of Defence adopts a zero-tolerance approach to unacceptable behaviours, which includes bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, discrimination, and victimisation. You will not be eligible and will not be considered for this post if you have been dismissed from a role for such unacceptable behaviours within the last five years. This will also apply if you resign or otherwise leave a role but, because of an adverse decision, would have been dismissed for gross misconduct had you continued in that employment. Pre-employment checks will be carried out Application sifting will be scheduled to take place within 7 days of the application closing date. Interview dates are to be confirmed but these will be held in person in Corsham. We endeavour to keep to these time frames, but these are subject to change around business needs. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Security Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check (opens in a new window). See our vetting charter (opens in a new window). People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks. Nationality requirements Open to UK nationals only. Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window). The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy. Diversity and Inclusion The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window). Apply and further information This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window) initiative. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Contact point for applicants Job contact : Name : David Moore Email : David.Moore617@mod.gov.uk Recruitment team Email : DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3@mod.gov.uk Attachments 20220810-EVP-ArmyTLB Opens in new window (pdf, 3851kB) Candidates Information pack Opens in new window (docx, 33kB) Defence Civil Servant Offer Opens in new window (pdf, 1562kB)