With over 25 years’ experience, and more than 250 care homes and hospitals, Barchester healthcare is one of the largest care home providers in the UK. Our mission is to provide the best possible person-centred care to elderly and vulnerable people, and we’re continually growing and improving our services.We have a rare opportunity for an IT Security Officer to join us on a permanent basis. This is a vital position, which will ensure the information security of residents and colleagues across more than 250 care homes and hospitals across the UK.As the Information Security Officer, you will help develop and maintain cybersecurity and privacy policies, while actively contributing to various team projects.Requirements:Experience in Information Security with a focus on governance, risk, and complianceHave knowledge of IT systems, networking principles, and security controlsGood attention to detailExcellent written and verbal communication skillsHave an proactive approach and drive to achieveManages and prioritises daily tasks independentlyRole and responsibilities:Help maintain and align cybersecurity and privacy strategy with business and regulatory needsConduct risk, vulnerability, and penetration testing to address security gapsHelp develop and maintain cybersecurity policies and standardsStay updated on cyber threats and enhance overall security postureAssist in managing security incidents and ensure prompt communicationLink incidents to risks and policies to improve securityLead root cause analysis and capture lessons learnedCommunicate incidents, risks, and mitigations to leadership and stakeholdersDeliver one-on-one and group cybersecurity training for projectsDevelop and publish training via the company platformDevelop and deliver cybersecurity and data privacy trainingProvide InfoSec expertise across business projectsCollaborate with stakeholders to enhance cybersecurity practicesBarchester have proudly been awarded a two-star outstanding rating by Best Companies, ranked 11th in the top 20 Best Health & Social Care Companies to work for and 14th in the Top 25 Best Big Companies to Work For in the UK.If you are looking to develop a career with an employer that is supportive and offers progression opportunities, Barchester is an empowering and rewarding place to be. #J-18808-Ljbffr