NHS Lanarkshire

Turning service experience into cyber, assurance and information security skills

About the Role

Join NHS Lanarkshire’s Cyber & Information Security team and help protect the systems, data and digital services that support patient care.

This role supports cyber security, assurance and information governance activity across the organisation. You will work closely with IT teams, service areas and external partners to manage risk, improve controls and ensure sensitive information is handled safely.

Key Responsibilities

• Triage cyber and security tickets and requests
• Use tools such as Microsoft Defender to review alerts and support investigations
• Manage and update tickets using ServiceNow
• Support assurance processes, including reviewing DPIAs and supplier responses
• Assist with maintaining policies, standards and staff guidance
• Work collaboratively with IT, Information Governance and service teams
Record risks, track actions and escalate issues appropriately

Who We’re Looking For

This opportunity is open to Armed Forces candidates who are looking to transition into cyber roles. You don’t need to be an expert as full training and support will be provided.

You will have:

• Good IT skills (Microsoft 365, systems and devices)
• An interest in cyber security and willingness to learn
• Strong organisation and attention to detail
• Ability to maintain accurate records (e.g. ticket systems)
• Understanding of confidentiality and data protection
• Clear and professional communication skills
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
A team-focused approach

Why Apply?

• Transfer your existing skills into a growing cyber career
• Support services that directly impact patient care
• Access training, shadowing and development opportunities
Be part of a supportive, team-focused environment

Apply

If you are motivated, reliable and ready to build a career in Cyber & Information Security, we’d love to hear from you.

For informal discussion, please contact Ryan Morrison, Digital Services Manager (Cyber Security) on Ryan.Morrison@lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk.

If you have any questions about the recruitment process or require support with your application, contact Nicole McMillan, Recruitment Administrator on Nicole.McMillan@Lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk

Please note this is a fixed term post for 6 months. Where a post only has temporary funding and an existing member of NHS Lanarkshire staff wishes to apply, this will be treated as a secondment. The employee MUST already have written agreement from their line manager to be released on a secondment before applying for the post.