Job Description

Company Description


Come join us and make a difference in the world!


Discover more at www.necsws.com





Please note this role can be offered on a hybrid working basis. Candidates must work 1-2 days per week from the Hemel office


NEC Software Solutionsis one of the fastest growing public service businesses in the UK. It uses strategy, innovation, information and technology to promote high-performing public services, management, and governance in the UK.


We work together with our clients in trusted partnerships to deliver better public services that seek to improve the skills and capabilities of employees, fully engage the public and thereby add to public value. It is the depth and breadth of the knowledge and the work of NEC: Software Solutions employees that places it in a distinct position. NEC: Software Solutions partners with the public, private and not-for-profit sectors. In the UK we work with 95% of Local Authorities, every police force and many health organisations, housing associations, utilities, and transport companies.


NEC: Software Solutions supports corporate and service transformation through sustainable performance partnerships. Its services embrace local government, environment and planning, energy efficiency, public safety and enforcement, health and social care, housing, financial management and transport.


For the role you will be required to apply for Security Clearance to SC level after joining. A full and clean driving licence is also required with a view of occasional travel.

+ Safeguard network through meticulous security and vulnerability patch management. + Investigate alerts, respond swiftly to incidents, and provide valuable recommendations.
+ Perform proactive scanning, implement ITHC remediation, and join thrilling threat hunting missions.
+ Collaborate with infrastructure teams, automate remediation, and analyze Cisco/Palo firewalls.
+ Embrace variety, get involved in exciting business activities, and work across different locations.
+ Be flexible, covering out-of-hours work and exceeding expectations.


Qualifications

+ Relevant experience in large network environments. + Proficiency in Cisco ASA/Firepower, Palo Alto/Panorama technologies.
+ Strong interpersonal skills, thrive in a collaborative environment.
+ Adaptable, drive customers forward in a fast-changing IT landscape.
+ Hold or obtain relevant security clearances (SC and NPPV).
+ Self-motivated, excellent communication, client-facing skills.
+ Full driving license, awareness of recognized security practices.

Desirable:

Experience with Pulse Secure, Gemalto/Thales, network automation. Knowledge is patching Windows and Unix Operating Systems

Additional Information


We pride ourselves in offering an excellent benefits package, including an above average pension scheme. When you join the team at NEC Software Solutions, you are provided with the following:

Private Medical Cover funded by NEC for Employees (with the option to add family members at an additional cost) 25 days paid holiday with the option to buy/sell (FTE) 4 x basic salary life assurance cover funded by NEC (with the option to increase cover at an additional cost) A Group Pension Plan with fantastic employer contributions up to a maximum of 8.5% A selection of flexible benefits to suit your individual needs All colleagues get free access to LinkedIn Learning. Over 15000 courses covering a huge breadth of subjects. Learn about what you like, when you like, how you like.

OTHER INFORMATION

Candidates must be able to demonstrate a pre-existing right to work and travel within the UK. Documentary evidence will be required. All offers are subject to satisfactory vetting, references and occupational health checks. Depending on the nature of the role a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check may also be required along with further vetting checks like SC and NPPV3

NEC Software Solutions is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all communities. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have specific accessibility needs during the recruitment or interview process, please feel free to share these with us. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accommodating experience for all candidates.

Who We Are:

We're NEC Software Solutions (part of global tech giant NEC Corporation). While you read this ad, our software is helping to dispatch ambulances, support families, keep trains on the move, locate missing people and even test the hearing of newborn babies.


Working with us, you'll be helping our 3,000+ employees push the boundaries of what's possible and support amazing public services.


We work with governments, hospitals, police forces, housing providers, local authorities and more. We help them pay financial support faster, speed up treatments for patients and respond to emergencies in the right way. The more we do, the more our customers can do for others. And together, we make a world of difference.


We'd love your help. And we'll support you all the way.