IT Security Engineer

Location

Force Headquarters

Business Area

Information Technology

Department

T - Information Technology

Rank

N/A

Grade

7

Salary

£42,897 - £47,712

Hours per Week

37

Additional Working Conditions

Suitable for Job Share, Flexi-time, Part Time

Type of Contract

Permanent

Vetting Level Required

MV, SC

Description

Keep our IT infrastructure safe and secure.

Salary: £42,897 - £47,712

Technology is ever evolving, and we are too. To ensure we’re at the forefront of emerging technologies and innovations we are expanding our IT team. This means we can consistently improve our services, working together to keep our officers, staff, and communities safe.

As our IT Security Engineer, you will ensure the force’s IT infrastructure is secure, conduct testing to provide information on potential vulnerabilities and resolve the root cause of incidents.

What you’ll be doing

• Monitor a security asset register and create reports to aid decision-making and asset management.
• Manage the safety and monitoring of force networks.
• Design IT security components using agreed approaches.

The must haves

• Experience investigating security incidents and monitoring internal/external escalation.
• Previous work implementing security components and advancing security optimisations.
• Skilled documenting systems and resolving problems using appropriate techniques.

What’s in it for you?

At Leicestershire Police, we want to create an environment that puts people first, so you feel supported in everything you do. We have a range of reward and benefits available to all our employees.

What’s next

Please click APPLY to attach your CV and Supporting Statement, telling us how you meet the essential and desirable criteria by showcasing your skills and experience.

To support you with your application we’ve provided some guidance linked here.

• Vacancy closes Sunday 8th June 2025 at 23:55.

Who we are

At Leicestershire Police, our dedicated team of professional and support staff are just as important as our uniformed officers. To find out more visit our careers website.

We value diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from underrepresented and neurodiverse backgrounds, so that we can truly reflect the communities that we serve in. If you want a chat about how we can help you throughout the recruitment process and your career with us, get in touch with the Talent Acquisition Team: talent@derbyshire.police.uk

Document Attachment

IT Security Engineer.pdf – 226KB