Job Overview
Join Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) ICT as a member of the Cyber Security and Compliance Team. You will report to the Cyber Security and Resilience Manager and be responsible for proactively monitoring and protecting the ICT infrastructure from cyber threats, ensuring the resilience of systems that underpin critical patient services.
We are looking for a resilient, initiative‑taking, results‑driven thinker who can overcome obstacles and remain focused in a high‑paced environment. Your role will involve influencing and communicating to ensure the ICT Service is aligned with the organisational change journey.
Main Duties
* Provision of a virtual Security Operations Centre function; monitoring and reviewing the Security Information & Event Management (SIEM) system and other controls.
* Proactive analysis and identification of suspicious or malicious activity; evaluation of data for patterns and trends in incidents, ensuring corrective and preventive actions.
* Support the Cyber Security Awareness Programme, addressing Information Security Management Systems, Cyber Essentials, and NIS‑R requirements.
* Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of cyber threats and apply threat hunting techniques.
* Assist in developing and delivering monitoring systems to measure compliance with standards.
* Provide advice and guidance on ICT, information, and cyber security queries, balancing user needs with system and information security.
Experience and Skills
* Significant experience in a complex ICT environment with ICT security exposure.
* Knowledge of complex ICT configuration, coding principles, structured query languages, system and OS logs, Windows technologies, and multi‑vendor environments.
* Skilled in troubleshooting complex technical issues.
* Welsh language skills are desirable, but Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome.
Working for Our Organisation
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales is the largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000 across North Wales.
We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
What We Can Offer You
* Up to 34 days holiday entitlement plus bank holidays.
* Generous employer pension contributions.
* Agile and flexible working options.
* Membership of the British Computer Society.
* Car leasing options.
* Cycle 2 Work scheme.
Person Specification
* Degree level education or equivalent experience.
* Evidence of continual professional development.
* Good working knowledge of multiple systems and hardware platforms.
* Knowledge of NHS Wales and LHB IT standards and requirements.
* Relevant training qualification – Level 3 Award in Education and Training (formerly PTTLS).
* Recognised professional qualification in electronic engineering/computing (e.g., MCSE, MCSP, ITIL Foundation).
* Knowledge of NHS IT security policies and procedures.
* Experience providing ICT support to negotiated service level agreements in a large organisation.
* Experience of supervising staff and liaising with senior managerial and clinical staff.
* Excellent customer service skills and ability to work on own initiative.
* Advanced IT/keyboard skills across Microsoft Office Suite.
* Strong conflict resolution, planning, and decision‑making abilities.
* Willingness and ability to travel across the Health Board.
Values and Attitude
* Innovator and lateral thinker.
* Excellent communication skills at all organisational levels.
* Adaptable and flexible to meet all aspects of the work.
* High personal integrity and commitment to continuous improvement.
* Resilience, stamina and reliability under sustained pressure.
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