Information Security Officer

Our client is a large local government organisation and looking for an Information Security Officer to join their team. This is initially a 3 month contract which may be extended for the right candidate

You will

To promote information security practices throughout the Council. To develop and deliver information security awareness training to motivate employees to make compliance and information security an inherent part of the corporate culture.

To develop and maintain Information Security policies and procedures.

To conduct Information Security related audits and assist with any other Information Security tasks necessary to prevent the unauthorised use, release, modification or destruction of data.

Recommend and implement changes in security policies and practices in accordance with changes in regulatory compliance. • Manage the businesses information security incident reporting process ensuring that incidents are recognised, properly investigated and recorded and that lessons are learned.

To lead on investigations and liaise with third parties, including the Information Commissioners Office, when required.

PLEASE NOTE THIS ROLE IS INSIDE SCOPE OF IR35