IT Cyber Security and Infrastructure Manager
Fixed Term (up to 6 months)
Location: Harwich
Salary: £64,530.00 – 71,013.00 per annum pro rata
Hours: 37 hours per week
Trinity House works for the benefit and safety of all mariners as a General Lighthouse Authority and maritime charity. Our people are central to our reputation as a leading maritime organisation, as is our commitment as an employer to developing the skills, capabilities and potential of our workforce.
We are seeking an experienced IT professional with strong hands‑on network infrastructure and cyber security expertise for a 6‑month fixed‑term appointment to cover a secondment.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver cyber security improvements and technical controls across the organisation
* Oversee firewalls, endpoint protection, threat detection platforms (e.g. Darktrace), and related tooling
* Manage and secure core network infrastructure (Cisco‑based) and associated services
* Identify, assess, and remediate vulnerabilities and security risks
* Monitor and respond to security incidents and events
* Drive progress towards Cyber Essentials Plus accreditation
* Oversee key security tooling (e.g. firewalls, SIEM, Darktrace) and third‑party suppliers
* Lead infrastructure and security projects and support continuous improvement
On call support may be required.
Qualifications and Experience
* Cisco CCNP (essential) with strong hands‑on network experience
* Experience with penetration testing outputs and vulnerability assessments, and translating findings into actionable remediation plans
* Proven technical experience across cyber security and infrastructure environments
* Experience with security monitoring, threat detection, and incident response
* Strong understanding of network security principles (firewalls, VPNs, segmentation)
* Experience identifying and remediating vulnerabilities
* Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues and support technical teams
* Ethical hacking (or similar) training desirable
Benefits
* Membership in the Civil Service Pension Scheme, with generous employer pension contribution
* Generous annual leave entitlement
* Annual Bonus
* Cycle to work scheme
We welcome qualified individuals to apply and we look forward to reviewing your applications for this exciting opportunity. We are committed to equity within a respectful, diverse and inclusive environment.
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