IT Security Engineer 

£42,000 to £48,000 depending on experience plus excellent benefits.

Remote-based work within the UK

The Opportunity: 

At Arden University, we pride ourselves on being true innovators, disruptors and pioneers, our focus is to promote life-long learning and ensure that everyone, everywhere can access higher education. 

We are currently recruiting IT Security Engineer to join our growing IT Security team.

Working as part of the Security Team, the IT Security Engineer will be responsible for the implementation, configuration and administration of our technical security control suite. You will be working on the design and implementation of new security controls/technologies to help further improve Arden’s security posture, working closely with the other IT teams to ensure they integrate with our existing systems.

This role reports to the Head of IT Cyber Security.

About You:   

We would like to hear from applicants with a proven track record of relevant extensive work experience, demonstrating deep, specialised and or broad knowledge of a field of work gained through experience in a series of progressively more complex roles.

It is essential to note that this role is not entry-level and requires substantial prior experience in the field. We encourage candidates with a proven record of achievements and a comprehensive understanding of the industry to apply.

A recognised security certification such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) is highly desirable.

Why Arden:  

At Arden, you will become a part of a passionate and dedicated team who are committed to removing unnecessary barriers to learning and making education more accessible. Our people work hard to ensure our students journeys are the best they can possibly be, as such we want to reward our people with fantastic benefits. Employees benefit from: 

• 30 days holiday, add the bank holiday on top, and we even throw in Christmas closure 
• A generous Aviva pension plan, our contributions start at 7% 
• PMI
• Study any Arden course for free, with generous discount for all family and friends 
• Our ‘Golden Ticket’ which allows you to gift anyone in your life a free Arden education 
• Plus, other competitive benefits!

Arden’s values:  

Stand out, Progressive, Accessible, Resourceful, Kindness, reflect who we are as an institution, a team and as individuals. If they also reflect you and you are excited by the chance to be the driving, creative force within a growing business, we want to hear from you. 

There has never been a more exciting time to join Arden University, as we expand into new disciplines and locations. For the full job description, click here, or to start your journey with us, click apply! 
 
Closing Date: Tuesday 30th May 2023

We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date should we receive sufficient applications or in order to respond to business needs. In order to avoid missing an opportunity to apply please submit your application as early as possible.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we recognise, and studies confirm, that often underrepresented candidates in the work place are less likely to apply to roles unless they meet all skills and experience of the position. At Arden we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, therefore we make sure that our recruitment and selection processes never discriminate based upon age, race, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, or pregnancy, and actively welcome applications from all groups.

So, if you want to be part of Arden and our journey, but you feel that you’re missing some of the skills or experience the role requires, then we encourage you to apply anyway as you may make a great candidate for this role or others!