Vacancy Details

Description

ICT Lead Analyst - Cyber Security (Internal Only)

Location: Wrexham (Flexible/Hybrid Working Options Available)

Salary: G10 - £40,476 - £43,693

Permanent, Full-Time

Join Us in Safeguarding Our Community's Digital Future
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced ICT Lead Analyst focused on Cyber Security to join our ICT team. This is a unique opportunity to lead on critical cyber security initiatives that protect vital public services and ensure the resilience of our digital infrastructure.
About the Role
As the Cyber Security Lead Technical Analyst, reporting to the ICT Infrastructure Manager, you will be at the forefront of defending our organisation from cyber threats, driving security innovation, and fostering a culture of cyber resilience. Your expertise will be instrumental in ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our systems and data.
About You
•    We’re looking for a proactive and resourceful professional with a passion for cyber security. You’ll need to be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to lead and influence at all levels of the organisation.
•    Strong technical knowledge of cyber security principles, tools, and technologies.
•    Proven experience in a cyber security role, preferably within the public sector.
•    Expertise in security incident response, vulnerability management, and threat analysis.
•    Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH or equivalent experience in Cyber Security.
•    Familiarity with compliance requirements like Cyber Essentials Plus (CE+), Public Services Network (PSN) and Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF).
•    Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical information for non-technical audiences.
Desirable Skills
•    Experience with cloud security (e.g. O365, Azure, AWS).
•    Knowledge of Welsh language or willingness to learn.
What We Offer
•    A competitive salary and benefits package, including generous annual leave and pension contributions.
•    Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
•    Opportunities for professional development and training.
•    The chance to make a real difference in delivering secure public services for our community.
How to Apply
For an informal discussion about the role contact Peter Grimley, ICT Infrastructure Manager peter.grimley@wrexham.gov.uk - For an application pack please download and complete the PDF application form on the web page.
The Council is committed to developing its bilingual workforce and welcomes applications from candidates who demonstrate their capability to work in both English and Welsh. Wrexham Council welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, disability, sexuality, religious belief or age.