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This is an exciting opportunity to join Haringey Council as an Information Security Officer, playing a vital role in protecting the council’s digital infrastructure and ensuring the security, confidentiality, and integrity of our information systems. Working at the heart of our Digital and Change service, you will support a modern, cloud based organisation that uses Microsoft 365, Teams, and Windows 11 to deliver services across the borough.
Job Responsibility:
Playing a vital role in protecting the council’s digital infrastructure and ensuring the security, confidentiality, and integrity of our information systems
Working on everything from investigating security incidents and inappropriate system use to conducting risk assessments, assessing compliance, reviewing security controls, and supporting our ISO27001 Information Security Management System
Contributing to major council initiatives including our expanding project portfolio, increased data driven working, and the rollout of modern workplace tools across the organisation
As a key member of the Incident Response team, translating complex technical information into business friendly language for senior leaders
Playing an active part in raising cybersecurity awareness across the council, helping colleagues build good security habits
Requirements:
Experience in an information security role (typically at least two years), with a solid understanding of governance, risk, and compliance
Good knowledge of ISO27001—ideally with hands on involvement in maintaining or auditing an ISMS
Awareness of the Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF) or a willingness to learn
Confidence investigating security incidents, assessing risks, and applying technical and procedural controls in a modern Microsoft cloud environment
A clear and practical understanding of GDPR / Data Protection Act 2018 and how to support services in maintaining compliance
Strong skills in O365 applications for reporting, manipulating data, and presenting insights to stakeholders
The ability to engage and influence colleagues at all levels
A proactive mindset, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently when required, operating at SFIA Level 4 (Enable)
Nice to have:
Qualifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CSSLP are welcome but not essential
What we offer:
A leave entitlement of 31 days + bank holidays
potential hybrid working opportunities
health and wellbeing support
a generous local government pension scheme
a range of discount schemes across leisure and culture that provide both financial and money-saving discounts