Issues Manager
| Posting date: | 04 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 May 2024 |
| Location: | Solihull, West Midlands |
| Company: | National Physical Laboratory |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | UKTL03 |
Summary
About the Role
Successful candidates will have a unique experience working on or supporting the latest ground-breaking cyber security and networking technologies on a national and international scale. This opportunity will allow those involved to have first-hand exposure to the latest technologies via the research and development that we are undertaking to secure our telecommunications networks, in order to keep the UK the safest place to live and do business online.
As the UKTL Issues Manager you will play a vital role in managing security related issues arising across the breadth of UKTL testing. You will have responsibility for triaging these issues, for communicating these results to relevant parties and for seeking to resolve them working with equipment vendors and others. You will use your knowledge, experience and networks to steer the work of UKTL to ensure it remains relevant and representative.
Successful Applicants must be able to commute to the UKTL offices in Solihull, Birmingham with the possibility of hybrid working.
We strive to offer a great work life balance - if you are looking for full time, part time or flexible options, we will try to make this work where business possible. This will be dependent on the kind of role you do and part of the business you work in.
About You
Required skills and experience
Knowledge of relevant legislation such as the Telecommunications (Security) Act 2021) and requirements that places on operators.
Track-record in identifying and communicating security related issues – ideally in a telecoms network environment.
Technical leadership in telecoms security or equivalent cyber security.
Strong working knowledge of network protocols and how software works as well as familiarity with security vulnerabilities and techniques attackers can use to bypass common security protections.
Forming and maintaining working relations with telecoms infrastructure equipment Vendors and UK Communications Service Providers.
Understanding of hardware and software development lifecycles.
Applied knowledge of cryptographic algorithms / standards and knowledge of data structures and distributed systems.
We actively recruit citizens of all backgrounds, but the nature of our work in this specific area means that nationality, residency and security requirements are more tightly defined than others. To work in this role, you will need to have an DV clearance with no restrictions, or you must have the ability to obtain an DV clearance.
About Us
UK. Telecommunication Laboratory (UKTL)
Led by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, the UK Telecoms Lab (UKTL), announced in October 2022, will give the UK the cutting-edge technology to keep our telecommunications networks safe, accelerate the roll-out of 5G,and grow our brilliant telecoms sector by bringing in new entrants to diversify the supply chain market.
Read more about the UKTL here!
The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is a world-leading centre of excellence that provides cutting-edge measurement science, engineering and technology to underpin prosperity and quality of life in the UK.
NPL and DSIT have strong commitments to diversity and equality of opportunity, and welcome applications from candidates irrespective of their background, gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, or age, providing they meet the required criteria. Applications from women, disabled and black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates in particular are encouraged. All disabled candidates (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) who satisfy the minimum criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview under the Disability Confident Scheme.
At NPL, we believe our success is a result of the diversity and talent of our people. We strive to nurture and respect individuals to ensure everyone feels valued by treating everyone on the basis of their own individual merits and abilities regardless of their own or perceived identity, as part of our commitment to diversity & inclusion, we hold memberships and accreditations to ensure we’re creating an environment where all our colleagues feel supported and welcome, please see our Diversity & Inclusion page.
To ensure everyone has an equal chance, we’re always willing to make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss, please contact us.
Successful candidates will have a unique experience working on or supporting the latest ground-breaking cyber security and networking technologies on a national and international scale. This opportunity will allow those involved to have first-hand exposure to the latest technologies via the research and development that we are undertaking to secure our telecommunications networks, in order to keep the UK the safest place to live and do business online.
As the UKTL Issues Manager you will play a vital role in managing security related issues arising across the breadth of UKTL testing. You will have responsibility for triaging these issues, for communicating these results to relevant parties and for seeking to resolve them working with equipment vendors and others. You will use your knowledge, experience and networks to steer the work of UKTL to ensure it remains relevant and representative.
Successful Applicants must be able to commute to the UKTL offices in Solihull, Birmingham with the possibility of hybrid working.
We strive to offer a great work life balance - if you are looking for full time, part time or flexible options, we will try to make this work where business possible. This will be dependent on the kind of role you do and part of the business you work in.
About You
Required skills and experience
Knowledge of relevant legislation such as the Telecommunications (Security) Act 2021) and requirements that places on operators.
Track-record in identifying and communicating security related issues – ideally in a telecoms network environment.
Technical leadership in telecoms security or equivalent cyber security.
Strong working knowledge of network protocols and how software works as well as familiarity with security vulnerabilities and techniques attackers can use to bypass common security protections.
Forming and maintaining working relations with telecoms infrastructure equipment Vendors and UK Communications Service Providers.
Understanding of hardware and software development lifecycles.
Applied knowledge of cryptographic algorithms / standards and knowledge of data structures and distributed systems.
We actively recruit citizens of all backgrounds, but the nature of our work in this specific area means that nationality, residency and security requirements are more tightly defined than others. To work in this role, you will need to have an DV clearance with no restrictions, or you must have the ability to obtain an DV clearance.
About Us
UK. Telecommunication Laboratory (UKTL)
Led by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, the UK Telecoms Lab (UKTL), announced in October 2022, will give the UK the cutting-edge technology to keep our telecommunications networks safe, accelerate the roll-out of 5G,and grow our brilliant telecoms sector by bringing in new entrants to diversify the supply chain market.
Read more about the UKTL here!
The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is a world-leading centre of excellence that provides cutting-edge measurement science, engineering and technology to underpin prosperity and quality of life in the UK.
NPL and DSIT have strong commitments to diversity and equality of opportunity, and welcome applications from candidates irrespective of their background, gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, or age, providing they meet the required criteria. Applications from women, disabled and black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates in particular are encouraged. All disabled candidates (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) who satisfy the minimum criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview under the Disability Confident Scheme.
At NPL, we believe our success is a result of the diversity and talent of our people. We strive to nurture and respect individuals to ensure everyone feels valued by treating everyone on the basis of their own individual merits and abilities regardless of their own or perceived identity, as part of our commitment to diversity & inclusion, we hold memberships and accreditations to ensure we’re creating an environment where all our colleagues feel supported and welcome, please see our Diversity & Inclusion page.
To ensure everyone has an equal chance, we’re always willing to make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss, please contact us.
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