About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Technical Security Consultant to provide a comprehensive Security platform engineering service on behalf of Group IT working alongside external providers and NFUM staff. Develop, implement and embed security engineering tools and best practise, influence, drive and provide consultancy to internal and external stakeholders at all levels on technical security matters.
You will:
- Develop, approve and implement the proposals for IT Technical Security Solutions within NFUM’s IT environment, in line with IT strategy, to ensure that the final IT Technical Security solution remains fit for purpose and meets the agreed business and system requirements.
- Monitor consoles, security tools and other security infrastructure tooling to assess requests, incidents, trends and risks in collaboration with service providers. In order to fulfil requests and assess, resolve and interpret threat, vulnerabilities or environmental changes that may affect cyber risk
- Plan, direct and manage major IT technical security issues, prioritising live incidents and systems problems affecting technical security infrastructure, in accordance with the Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) framework; in order to restore service levels and mitigate business impact.
- Assess and coordinate deployment of changes, upgrades, patches and technical controls for technical security products and related IT Infrastructure in order to ensure risks are prioritised and maximising technical controls to maintain risk profile within agreed parameters.
- Proactively develop, monitor and deliver technical security operations procedures, standards, patterns, testing plans and technical baselines aligned to NFUM’s Information Security Policy framework and deliver continuous improvement to support the mitigation of cyber risks in line with IT Divisional strategy and industry best practice.
- Investigate and/or contribute to the investigation and resolution of technical security incidents in order to ensure the effective root cause identification and restoration plan in line with service standards and statutory requirements.
- Proactively coordinate and communicate with key stakeholders and suppliers to ensure IT Division consistently executes its responsibilities on 1st line defence in accordance with best practice and IT professional standards.
- Lead, manage, motivate and develop direct reports so that they know what is expected, are able to maximise their contribution to business objectives and realise their potential (only applies if post holder has direct reports).
- Deliver short term / one-off projects and activities as required by and to the standards and outcomes agreed with Line Manager.
What we're looking for
- Significant experience in an equivalent IT technical engineering, network or developer role
- Broad experience across all aspects of IT Infrastructure and service
- Significant experience of working successfully alongside projects to deliver enhancements to BAU services and security
- Working knowledge of emerging technologies and security standards as well as wider IT market issues
- A minimum of 2 years experience with CyberArk, IG&L, or another Identity Access Management Tool (desirable)
- Significant experience of working with IT Infrastructure across a range of technologies. Experience with Identity and Access Management (inc Privilege), SIEM Tooling, Network, Active Directory and Public Key Infrastructure (desirable)
What we can offer
At NFU Mutual we pride ourselves on being “a great place to work” and one of only 39 companies across the globe, and the only organisation with headquarters in the UK, to receive a Gallup Exceptional Workplace 2021 award. We were also named in the LinkedIn Top 25 Companies List 2021. When you join our team, you can expect a supportive culture and an attractive range of rewards and benefits including:
- Salary – Competitive
- Annual bonus (up to 25%)
- Contributory pension scheme (maximum of 12% company contribution)
- 28 days holiday per annum (additional holiday purchase scheme)
- Private medical insurance
- Employee discounts
- Gym subsidy
- Health and wellbeing plan
- Discounted Insurance on all NFU Mutual Policies
NFU Mutual are happy to offer its employees informal homeworking. Our team is located in Stratford-upon-Avon and it would be expected that on average, 50% of your working time would be located from this office, with the remaining days home based should you wish.
About us
One of the UK’s leading general insurance and financial services companies, NFU Mutual has been meeting our customers’ needs for over 100 years. As an employee you are very important to us. We empower and inspire you to perform, offer opportunities to grow and we recognise and reward you for your contribution.
At NFU Mutual we look for people like you, who have customers at the heart of what you do. You recognise that your customers’ financial lives can only benefit by having a financial plan in place that reflects their circumstances both now and in the future.
Technical Security Consultant employer: NFU Mutual
NFU Mutual is an excellent employer that values collaboration and innovation, offering a hybrid work model that allows for 80% homeworking. With a strong focus on employee development and a supportive work culture, team members are encouraged to grow their skills in data analysis and coding while making a real impact on customer outcomes. The Stratford-upon-Avon office provides a vibrant environment where employees can connect with colleagues across various departments, enhancing both professional and personal growth.
