Cyber Security Officer

Job Title: Cyber Security Officer

Actual Annual Salary: £31,954 - £34,860 (CLF Grade

D) Based on hours and working weeks

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full-Time, 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, All year-round

Additional role info: The primary location for this role is Digitech Studio School in Bristol, with regular travel to other academies as needed. Outside of these on-site responsibilities, the role offers flexibility to work remotely, supporting a balanced and adaptable working arrangement. Please note we are not able to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Provisional

Start Date:

March/April 2026

• Strong technical knowledge of cyber security across networking, Windows domains, and cloud environments, including Active Directory, Office 365, Power Shell, SIEM platforms, and anti‑malware systems.
• Experience supporting and maintaining security systems, conducting penetration tests, phishing simulations, and assisting with investigations.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to advise stakeholders and provide clear guidance and training.
• A proactive and adaptable mindset, capable of managing conflicting priorities in a fast‑paced, multi‑site environment.
• A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and continuous improvement, with a focus on supporting education through secure and effective technology.
• Relevant qualifications, including a Level 4 Cyber Security Technical Professional qualification (or working towards), or equivalent experience.

In this role, you’ll be a key part of our Central IT Team responsible for delivering secure, reliable, and innovative technology solutions across the trust. You’ll have the opportunity to shape cyber security practices, work with cutting‑edge tools, and contribute to a mission‑driven organisation that values digital safety in education.

• A chance to influence cyber security practices across a multi‑academy trust.
• Flexible, hybrid working arrangements from our Bristol office, home, and onsite support.
• Opportunities for professional development and certification in cyber security.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
• The satisfaction of making a meaningful impact on the safety of students and staff.

• Access to a generous pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Generous annual leave.
• A comprehensive induction and ongoing commitment to wellbeing and career progression, through a range of training, apprenticeships and in‑role/wider‑trust development opportunities.
• Well‑being support through an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Health benefits, including wellness sessions, gym discounts, and flu jabs.
• A range of generous family leave options, including above industry average occupational maternity pay.
• Additional benefits like cycle‑to‑work scheme, on‑site parking and many more!

• Closing Date: 01 March 2026 m
• Interviews:
  Week Commencing 09 March 2026

For an informal discussion about the role / to find out more, please email CLF’s Recruitment Team directly (details can be found on the ‘Contact Us’ page on CLF’s main website, or in the ‘Application Instructions’ section when applying).

As part of our commitment to Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), we do not accept CVs; a full education and employment history must be provided through our application form.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should we receive a high level of interest in the role. Therefore, candidates are advised to apply at their earliest convenience to avoid missing out.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we are dedicated to equity and inclusion and commit to interviewing applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. We aim to provide an inclusive and accessible recruitment process, and support employees throughout their employment. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process please let us know how we can assist.

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