UK information security jobs - positions from Acumin
If you're searching for an information security job, you needn't look any further than Acumin. We represent a broad range of employers in a variety of industries and our clients range from small retailers through to multinational corporations. So whether you want a permanent or a contract position, we are always looking for first-rate candidates to fill our vacancies.
The leading European provider of risk management staff, Acumin was established in 1998. We have a team of specialist advisers with an unparalleled understanding of the information security job market and they're here to help you find opportunities across the UK.
To start your search for an information security job, begin by searching our database. We also recommend that you register with us. Registration is quick and easy: it allows you to submit your CV and enables us to start sending your information security job alerts via email.
Contractors looking for information security jobs may also benefit from applying for the Acumin Approved Associates Scheme (AAAS). This scheme is designed to provide a quick and easy method of filling contract vacancies. Approved contractors will be given first choice when contract-only information security jobs become available.
About information security jobs
The main responsibility in an information security job is to ensure the safety of a company's information assets and information systems. This includes protecting them from unauthorised access, use or disclosure of data.
With today's extensive use of electronic information, maintaining information security is a very important job that helps to protect business continuity. The scope of an information security job can be categorised into three elements: confidentiality, integrity and availability.
Confidentiality ensures that information is only disclosed to authorised delegates or systems. It is also an important element in maintaining privacy as required by the Data Protection Act 1998.
Integrity means that information is not modified without knowledge or permission. One aspect of an information security job is to establish that an information system is safe from unauthorised alterations - whether malicious or accidental.
Availability is important for an information system to function properly. As part of an information security job, it may be your responsibility to ensure that data can be accessed whenever it is required, regardless of external disruptions, such as power failures, hardware malfunctions or malicious system attacks.
Skills needed for an information security job
Information security jobs will require you to have strong project management skills and an ability to communicate well with customers and colleagues. Problem solving, prioritisation and organisation skills are a must and a willingness to show leadership in difficult situations is also important. You should also be able to take on the task mentoring and training others in the secure use of information systems.
You should have excellent IT and computing skills and you should have sound knowledge of a wide range of technologies, ranging from Linux, Oracle and SQL through to firewalls, remote access and cryptography. A knowledge of internet technologies and protocols is also advantageous.
Your qualifications should include a degree of computer science or a related engineering discipline and a solid experience in the software industry will be beneficial.
Finding information security jobs with Acumin
Registration is the best way to start your search for an information security job. It will allow you to search our full database of vacancies and we'll send you information security job alerts customised for your skills and requirements.
You can also choose to receive our monthly newsletter, which will keep you updated to the latest news and developments in the information security job market.
Registration will also give you access to our dedicated careers advisers. With expert knowledge of information security jobs, they will be able to give you further help in your search for the perfect job opportunity.
