Associated British Ports

We’re the UK's largest ports operator with a network of 21 ports around Britain. We handle around one quarter of the UK's seaborne trade and contribute £7.5 billion to our economy every year.

It’s a story we’re proud of but it doesn’t end there. We’re transforming our business and embracing the future.

We offer a vast range of roles spanning the UK, all rooted in a culture that welcomes diversity, fosters talent, encourages internal movement and progression, and places safety as our number one priority.

The Role: Information Security Systems Engineer

To assist with ABP’s information security practises; To administer, prioritise, monitor and conduct business as usual Computer Security, Information Security and Cyber Security activities in line with the technical and business strategy and with Information Security industry best practice.

Accountabilities:

• Hands-on implementation, maintaining and upgrading of systems operations and controls;
• Recommend appropriate tools and enhancements;
• Maintain and improve procedures, technologies and methods used to protect digital files and computer systems against unauthorised access, modification or destruction;
• Make recommendations regarding potentials vulnerabilities or weaknesses in systems deployments, and design and implement remediations and improvements;
• Report systems related metrics when required;
• Provide evidence required for internal and external security audits or to help determine root causes of security incidents;
• Performing risk assessments and testing of systems identifying prime risks and limitations that may impact computer security
• Maintenance of a close working relationship with ABP’s incumbent security partner(s).
• Maintain, review and test firewall systems, antivirus, data encryption, cloud and other security measures in place;
• Define all activities necessary to meet service goals and objectives

About you:

You will have a keen interest in computer security knowledge, understand the latest threats and incidents in order to maintain strong defences. You will have the ability to work well independently or with a team and be available to travel and work at various UK locations.

You will possess a firm belief in the values of customer service and ABP’s core values of openness and honesty, teamwork and respect, along with the ambition to make a difference and exceed expectations.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

Essential

• Current industry recognised security qualification (e.g. CISMP, GSEC, or a Level 4 apprenticeship in Information Security or above);
• IT technical background;
• Good communication skills for both written and verbal reporting;
• Ability to communicate and guide all levels of staff;
• Able to work independently with a strong bias to getting things done. Understand the true value to the business of meeting objectives and timely delivery;
• Willingness to travel around all ports and sites as required for specific projects and generally;

Desirable

• 5 years or more experience of working in an operational IT role with security tools;
• Working knowledge of ISMS, NIS Regulations, GDPR and ITIL.

Additional Information:

When joining ABP you will find an environment that is both welcoming and challenging. We reward our employees well and offer a generous remuneration package, employer pension, private health insurance and a range of other benefits.

Please note that ABP undertake random screening for substance abuse and operate a zero-tolerance policy. A medical will be required before starting this position also.

We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their background, which helps us to provide a diverse and inclusive working environment.

As part of our recruitment process, all successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment screening to Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). Please note your consent will be required and further information on this check can be found using the following link: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels