Associate Cyber Security Risk Manager

The Associate Cyber Security Manager will manage operational security issues. The particular focus of the role is the management of DVSA’s security assurance/accreditations for systems considered business as usual (BAU) together with monitoring the systems for compliance with DVSA Security Policy and raising risks as necessary.
The main areas of the role’s work include assisting in the formulation of and monitoring the application of system security policies, embedding information security best practice in DVSA’s business operations, assessing/auditing third party security, managing breaches of security and ensuring that DVSA complies with relevant legislation and standards.
Your work will help ensure the safety of citizens on Great Britain’s roads and contribute to keeping Britain moving safely and sustainably.
There’s never been a better time to join the DVSA.
Our Digital-first vision is supported by a clear strategy which allows our staff to develop and grow.
If you want to find out more about this role, get tips on the application or ask the hiring manager any questions, join us for a virtual information session on 27th November at 17:30. Click here to register., + Ensure the timely production, review and maintenance of security assurance documentation to DVSA agreed standards for IT systems and applications.
+ Ensure appropriate protective monitoring is in place through each DVSA product being assured. Supports this process and reports compliance.
+ Provide advice to address identified Cyber Security related risks by applying of a variety of security capabilities, which may include using published guidance, standards or experts as appropriate.
+ Provide wider Information Assurance advice to Information Asset Owners, project leads and service owners, to address cyber security related risks and business continuity planning and compliance with HMG standards such as the GoveAssure/Security Policy Framework and appropriate published guidance, standards using IMS security colleagues and third-party providers.
+ Ensure a prompt response to security incidents, ensuring that the matter is resolved and information is passed to relevant Government bodies.
For further information please see the attached Role Profile.
Additional Information
This role can be based in Bristol, Swansea, Nottingham, Newcastle, Oldham, Birmingham or Leeds your presence at one of these locations will form part of the working arrangements agreed with you. We operate a hybrid working model giving you greater flexibility about where and when you work. Our expectation is that you will spend a minimum 60% of your time at your base location. Visits to other DVSA sites or work locations count towards this.

Person specification
We are looking for individuals who have:
+ A clear understanding of risk management, including the threat intelligence environment and how risk appetite influences advice provided.
+ A proven and adaptable communicator and listener, you will be highly skilled in the delivery and absorption of information, both verbally and in writing, with colleagues at all levels.
+ A background in managing diverse teams of people, motivating them to deliver challenging and sometimes conflicting objectives.
+ A history of working collaboratively and inclusively with external organisations and other stakeholders, sharing information and knowledge to achieve common aims.
Please view the attached role profile for an in depth view of the post.
There may be an element of travel associated with this role to other DVSA offices, with some infrequent overnight stays.
Please take note that DVSA does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker License sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship.
About Us
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) helps keep Britain moving, safely and sustainably.
We do this by helping people through a lifetime of safe and sustainable journeys, helping them keep their vehicles safe to drive, and protecting them from unsafe drivers and vehicles.
We’re working hard to:
+ Make roads safer.
+ Improve services for our customers.
+ Make road transport greener and healthier.
+ Harness the potential of technology and data.
We’re committed to giving all our colleagues purpose, professionalism and pride in what we do. We work in supportive, diverse and inclusive teams where everyone is valued. You can grow, develop and progress, and make a real difference to society.
We pride ourselves as being an employer of choice and welcome and encourage applications from everyone, such as ethnic minorities, women, disabled people and those who identify as LGBT+.
To find out more about how we champion diversity and inclusion in the workplace and making DVSA a great place to work visit our Careers website.

Behaviours
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
+ Making Effective Decisions
+ Communicating and Influencing, As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete a CV and Personal Statement (1000 words). Further details around what this will entail are listed on the application form.
Please structure your Personal Statement (1000 words) to provide detailed evidence of each of the following:
+ Experience in identifying, managing and escalating risk.
+ An understanding of the requirements for government security in internet connected wide area networks.
+ Presenting technical detail to non-technical internal stakeholders.
+ Experience in managing, supporting or securing Information and Communications Technology (ICT) systems in a business environment.
Sift & Interview Dates
The sift is due to take place from the 02nd of December 2024.
Interviews are due to take place from the 12th of December 2024.
This interview will be conducted via a video interview, details of which will be provided to you should you be selected for interview.
We will try to meet the dates set out in the advert. There may be occasions when these dates will change. You will be provided with sufficient notice of the confirmed dates.
The selection process will be designed specifically for the role. As a result, your assessment will include:
+ An interview.
You’re encouraged to become familiar with the Role Profile attached, as you may be assessed against any of the criteria recorded within.
The Department for Transport recruits using Success Profiles. For each role, we consider what you need to demonstrate to be successful.
This gives us the best possible chance of finding the right person for the job, drives up performance and improves diversity and inclusivity.
You can read more about Success Profiles here.
Reasonable Adjustments
As a Disability Confident Leader employer, we are committed to ensuring that the recruitment process is fair, accessible and allows all candidates to perform at their best. If a person with a visible or non-visible disability is substantially disadvantaged, we have a duty to make reasonable changes to our processes., A candidate is not eligible to apply for a role within the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5-year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government.
For further information on National Security Vetting please visit the following page https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/demystifying-vetting.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Security
Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.
Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check (opens in a new window).See our vetting charter (opens in a new window).
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) (opens in a new window)
+ 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
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Working for the Civil Service
The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.
We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window).
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.
The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.

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 (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window).

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+ An environment with flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance.
+ Exceptional pension with an employer contribution of an average of 27%.
+ Generous Annual Leave - 25 days holiday, increasing by 1 each year of service, up to 30.
+ 8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the King’s birthday.
+ Latest IT and Tech devices.
+ A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity with a range of staff communities to support all our colleagues.
+ Excellent learning and development tailored to your role including paid apprenticeships up to Masters level.
+ Wide range of discounts schemes on high street names.
+ Employee assistance program for health and wellbeing.
+ Cycle to work scheme and Gym membership offers.