Job Information
BT Cyber Security Specialist (Shift) in Sheffield, United Kingdom
Cyber Security Specialist (Shift)
Job Req ID: 35218
Posting Date: 24 Jun 2024
Function: Cyber Security
Unit: Business
Location:
Northern Command Centre, Sheffield, United Kingdom
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits
Job Req ID: 35218
Posting Date: Tuesday 25th June
Function: Cyber Security
Location: Hatfield or Sheffield
Why this job matters
Our purpose is to use the power of communication to make a better world. For each other, for our customers, for society and our communities.
This role exists to provide specialist technical support on complex network security and cyber security deployments for any and all of our UK secure contracts. Building intermate working relationships and trust through effective communication and meeting expectation and deadlines is key. Liaising with customer representatives or vendors and directing other support staff where appropriate will form part of the role.
Additionally, the support of new products and services is an important part of keeping pace with the industry and customer requirements and allows BT to maintain market position as key supplier of services. The role holder will therefore be expected to provide support in this area, working with confidence and initiative and applying excellent self management in order to promote successful outcomes.
Please note - This role can be based in either Hatfield or Sheffield
This role will require you to work on a shift rota using the DuPont shift pattern
What you’ll be doing
Providing leadership on Agile / ITIL processes and be a decision maker within the security team; advising those who will be working directly with yourself on best practices and able to support from a 3rd Line Lead perspective
Producing and supporting polices, functions and configuration builds to allow implementation of customer projects
Ensuring full awareness of the need to safeguard sensitive customer information at all times, so that customers perceive BT to be a trustworthy organisation
Developing a strong technical knowledge of our products and services
Working directly with Security Optimisation Manager and Network Security Operations Manager to structure, support and develop the team
Essential Skills
Incident Management
Escalation Management
Network Security
Troubleshooting
Vendor Management
What we would like to see on your CV
Experience in Security Operations from a 3rd Line perspective
External Professional Certification in Security Related discipline e.g. Fortinet NSE 4, Cisco CCNP, Checkpoint CCSE covering some of the following key technologies: Fortinet, Cisco ASA & FirePower, Cisco ISE, F5 , Palo Alto, Zscaler, CheckPoint, NetScaler, Python, Go, Bash, Native Cloud Security, Linux/Unix OS, Windows OS
An intimate knowledge of Networks and Network Security
You're someone who has the ability to support their team with day to day working operations, ensuring customer satisfaction
The successful candidate must be willing to undergo Government Security Clearance to SC level, which requires residence in the UK for a minimum of 5 years
Benefits
At BT, we entertain, educate, and empower millions of people every single day. We’re a brand built on connecting people – whether that’s friends, family, businesses, or communities. Working here, you’ll receive an attractive salary and a range of competitive benefits, but – more than that – you’ll be joining an ambitious organisation with a culture of togetherness, collaboration, and inclusivity, that takes a genuine and proactive interest in your progress and development.
Benefits of working for BT include:
• 10% on target bonus
• BT Pension scheme, minimum 5% Employee contribution, BT contribution 10%
• 25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service
• x4 Salary Life Assurance
• Huge range of flexible benefits including cycle to work, healthcare, season ticket loan
• World-class training and development opportunities
• Option to join BT Shares Saving schemes.
• Discounted broadband, mobile and TV packages
• Access to 100’s of retail discounts including the BT shop
Flexible Working
This role offers a 3 together, 2 wherever working model. This means you are required to be at your contractual location 3 days a week with 2 flexible days per week.
With over 175 years of heritage, BT is now the flagship business brand of BT Group. We’ve brought together our best people and capabilities into a B2B powerhouse serving 1.2 million business customers internationally.
We’re a global leader for secure connectivity and collaboration platforms for businesses of all shapes and sizes, from big household names and government departments, right through to sole traders and new start-ups. But it’s not just the technology that matters, it’s what it can do to help them build stronger, smarter, more secure businesses.
We value diversity and inclusion and believe in making a positive impact. We connect for good by championing digital inclusion and equipping people, businesses, and communities with digital skills to thrive.
As a member of our team, you will be part of an organisation that celebrates difference, fosters innovation and provides you with opportunities to be your best. With millions of businesses relying on us daily, joining BT means you can be part of a diverse and multi-skilled team that makes a significant impact to society.
A FEW POINTS TO NOTE:
Although these roles are listed as full-time, if you’re a job share partnership, work reduced hours, or any other way of working flexibly, please still get in touch.
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