# ISP IT Security## Job IntroductionJoin Us as an ISP IT Security Lead and Help Shape Bradford’s Digital FutureWe’re looking for an enthusiastic and forward-thinking ISP Security professional to join our Enterprise Architecture and Systems Services Team, based at Britannia House in the heart of Bradford. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead our dedicated IT Security team and play a key role in strengthening and evolving the council’s security posture.In this role, you’ll take the lead on developing security policies, shaping security documentation, and ensuring our systems are well-supported, resilient, and secure. You’ll work closely with colleagues across the organisation—including project teams, business units, and infrastructure specialists—to guide, influence, and champion best-practice security controls.**What you’ll be doing**:* Driving and supporting the council’s evolving security strategy* Overseeing the development, implementation and ongoing improvement of Information Security policies, procedures and guidance* Partnering with our internal and external SOC resources to protect the council’s digital estate* Leading execution of the IT Security Strategy and contributing to long-term security planning* Managing and maintaining a clear risk, controls, and issues framework for information security* Overseeing investigations, escalations, and reporting of security incidents, including data protection breaches* Maintaining key security metrics, risk indicators and dashboards* Developing and maintaining our incident response processes* Providing expertise across all major security domains including infrastructure, applications, cloud, integration and networks* Working hands-on with key technologies such as anti-virus/endpoint protection, mail and web filtering, vulnerability assessment, and penetration testing tools* Leveraging your experience with AWS, Azure and Microsoft 365 security features* Supporting authentication, identity, and access management initiatives, including implementation of the council’s IAM plan* Contributing to our Architecture Framework as we transform IT Services for the futureWhat we’re looking for:* Strong understanding of privacy, compliance and regulatory frameworks such as PCI DSS, PSN, DPA, IG Toolkit and the Computer Misuse Act* Experience delivering robust information security practices in a complex environment* Excellent communication and customer-facing skills—you’ll be helping shape security culture across the council* CISSP, CISM or similar certification is advantageous* Knowledge of TOGAF is desirableThis is more than just a security role—it’s an opportunity to influence real change, protect vital public services, and be part of a supportive team committed to continuous improvement.If you’re ready to help us build a safer, smarter Bradford, we’d love to talk.For an informal discussion or further details, please contact: Yunus Mayat – 01274 437608 Email: yunus.mayat@bradford.gov.uk**.Employee Offer** **Equal Opportunities**We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee directly or indirectly on the grounds of gender, marital status, gender re-assignment, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, race, colour, ethnic background, religion or belief nationality or age. And, as an equal opportunities employer, the Council strives to employ the best qualified people from a diverse range of applicants. The RESPECT Allyship Programme is available to all staff, which offers the opportunity to learn more about the diverse communities & groups and provides added benefits and resources to its members.The following content displays a map of the job's location.| OpenStreetMap contributors### ISP IT Security* **Salary** £26,403.00 - £42,839.00 per annum* **Frequency** Annual* **Job Reference** bradfordmbc/TP/1083/1426* **Contract Type** Permanent* **Working Hours** 37* **Closing Date** 14 December, 2025* **Job Category** IT/Software Development* **Service** Central Services (IT, Procurement, Info Gov)* **Location** Britannia House, Hall Ings, Bradford, United Kingdom* **Additonal Payments** Not Applicable* **Posted on** 17 November, 2025
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