Job Description

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Reference number

406422
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Salary

85,000 - 85,000
Circa
GBP
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Job grade

Other###

Contract type

Permanent###

Business area

MAPS - Technology & Change###

Type of role

Digital

Information Technology###

Working pattern

Flexible working, Full-time###

Number of jobs available

1

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Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information

Location

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Bedford

About the job

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Job summary

Senior Cyber Security Engineer

c. 85,000 per annum

Bedford Based

Hybrid Working

Permanent

Join us at the Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) as a Senior Cyber Security Engineer where you will play a key role in designing, implementing, and maintaining our cybersecurity defences, with a focus on Microsoft security technologies, Zero Trust principles, and identity and access management.


You'll be part of a dynamic team dedicated to helping people across the UK improve their financial wellbeing.

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Job description

Key Responsibilities:

Design, implement, and manage security controls for Microsoft Azure, M365 environments and other business areas as required. Develop and implement Zero Trust security architectures and strategies. Manage and maintain identity and access management (IAM) systems and processes. Conduct security assessments and vulnerability testing to identify and mitigate risks. Monitor security systems and analyse security events that are escalated from our managed SOC, to detect and respond to incidents. Develop and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures. Provide technical security guidance and support to other IT teams and other business areas. Evaluate and recommend new security technologies and solutions. Stay up-to-date with the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and best practices. Lead security projects and initiatives. Good stakeholder management and cross team working skills

About Us

The Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) is based in Bedford, in a recently renovated modern office. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to become an integral part of a dynamic organisation, working to help people across the UK.


At the heart of the Money and Pensions Service are our values - caring, connecting, and transforming, which are the foundation of our success. They permeate every area of our work and define all our business relationships and the way we work with each other. We're not only looking for the best people to come and work for us, but we need people who align themselves with our values:

Caring

We care about our colleagues and the people whose lives we are here to transform.

Connecting

We will transform lives through our ability to make positive connections.

Transforming

We are committed to transforming lives and making a positive societal impact.

Our Inclusive Working Environment

By fostering our values, we are immensely proud of the inclusive working environment that we have created. The diversity of our people is a strength that we embrace and wish to build upon, so we are committed to attracting people of all backgrounds. We work hard to ensure that we have a progressive approach to inclusion, equity, and belonging. We really do want our colleagues to "bring their whole selves to work."


Our colleague and ally networks encompass LGBTQ+, neurodiversity, women's health, men's health, ethnicity, and diversity.

Career Development

In MaPS, we take career development seriously. We actively encourage and support applications from our existing MaPS colleagues. However, we do follow the Civil Service Commissioner recruitment principles, which means that you will be required to participate in a full, open, and fair process.

Reserve List

If you are successful at interview, we operate a reserve list where your details will be held for up to 6 months. Should a vacancy come available in that time with the same essential criteria, reserve list candidates will be offered that position with no further assessment required.

Job Reference:

MaPS00853

Close Date:

28/05/2025

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Person specification

You will need to demonstrate the following skills and experience:

Bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or a related field. Hold certification in either CISSP or CISM. Minimum of 8 years of experience in technical security roles. Strong knowledge of Microsoft security technologies, including Azure Security Center, Microsoft Defender, Azure Sentinel, and Microsoft 365 security features. Extensive experience with Zero Trust security principles and implementation. Deep understanding of identity and access management (IAM) concepts and technologies, including EntraID. Any experience of government systems and audits such as OneLogin or GovAssure are highly desirable. Experience with security frameworks and standards, such as NIST, ISO 27001, CyberEssentials Plus and CIS. Strong understanding of networking protocols, operating systems, and security technologies, such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and SIEM. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Strong work ethic and commitment to security best practices.

Benefits

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What We Offer

Generous Annual Leave - 30 days plus Bank Holidays Pension scheme - contributions matched 2 to 1 (up to 10% of your salary) Interest-free loan for season tickets for buses and trains Cycle to work Scheme Subsidised eye tests & flu jabs Life assurance scheme Give as you earn scheme Employee assistance programme (EAP) PAM Assist and PAM Life scheme (Wellbeing) Enhanced family and sick pay Paid volunteering (2 days a year) Recognition Scheme Discounts portal to numerous retailers

Flexible Working

At MaPS, we take pride in our flexible approach to work. As standard, we work on a hybrid basis with a minimum of 2 days in the office per week. Hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement and our headquarters in Bedford will be your contractual place of work. The number of days that anyone will be able to work at home will be determined primarily by business needs, but personal and other relevant circumstances will also be considered. If you are successful, any opportunities for hybrid working, including whether a hybrid working arrangement is suitable for you, will be discussed with you prior to you taking up your post.

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Selection process details

Application Process

The law requires that selection for appointment to the Civil Service is on merit on the basis of fair and open competition as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's Recruitment Principles. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles, and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance, you should contact the Money and Pensions Service via email: recruitment@maps.org.uk. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission: Visit the Civil Service Commission website.



Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.###

Security

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.
People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.###

Nationality requirements

This job is broadly open to the following groups:


UK nationals nationals of the Republic of Ireland nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020 Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service
Further information on nationality requirements
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Working for the Civil Service

Please note this Post is NOT regulated by the Civil Service Commission.
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.###

Diversity and Inclusion

The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy .

Apply and further information

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Contact point for applicants

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Job contact :

Name : ben.walsh@reed.com Email : ben.walsh@reed.com
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Recruitment team

* Email : ben.walsh@reed.com