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Help protect the technology that powers education at Darlington College
At Darlington College, digital technology plays a vital role in supporting teaching, learning, and student success. As we continue to invest in our digital services, cyber security, compliance, and cloud technologies, we are seeking an ambitious and customer-focused IT Security Engineer to join our growing Digital Services team.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in strengthening the College's cyber security posture and ensuring that our systems, data, and digital services remain secure, resilient, and compliant in an increasingly complex threat landscape.
The Role
No two days will be the same.
As our IT Security Engineer, you will help protect the College's information assets, systems and users while supporting the delivery of a secure, resilient, and compliant digital environment. You will work closely with colleagues across the College, providing expert guidance, implementing security controls, and responding to emerging cyber threats.
Your responsibilities will include:
• Investigating and responding to cyber security incidents, vulnerabilities, and compliance risks.
• Managing and enhancing Microsoft 365 security technologies, including Microsoft Defender, Entra ID, Conditional Access and Secure Score.
• Supporting the management of Microsoft Purview compliance solutions, including Data Loss Prevention, Information Protection, eDiscovery, and retention policies.
• Assisting with penetration testing, vulnerability management, and remediation programmes.
• Supporting cyber security awareness initiatives, policy compliance, and staff engagement activities across the College
• Contributing to security projects, service improvements, and the continuous development of the College's cyber resilience capabilities
You will work across a diverse technology environment, engaging with colleagues, suppliers and stakeholders while helping to deliver strategic security and compliance objectives.
What We're Looking For
We are looking for someone who combines strong technical capability with a commitment to excellent customer service and continuous improvement.
You will ideally have experience in:
• Microsoft 365 security administration, including Microsoft Defender, Entra ID, Conditional Access, Multi-Factor Authentication, and Intune
• Microsoft Purview compliance technologies, including DLP, Information Protection, Retention Policies, and eDiscovery.
• Security incident investigation, risk mitigation, and vulnerability management
• Working with recognised cyber security frameworks such as Cyber Essentials Plus, ISO27001, NCSC CAF or CIS Controls.
• Developing and maintaining technical documentation, standards, and security procedures.
We also value individuals who can demonstrate:
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A professional, customer-focused approach.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• A desire to learn, develop and stay up to date with emerging cyber threats and technologies.
• A commitment to safeguarding, compliance and delivering an outstanding user experience.
Why Join Darlington College?
This role offers a unique opportunity to make a tangible contribution to the educational experience of our students while helping to shape and secure the College's digital future.
You'll join a supportive and forward-thinking organisation that is committed to investing in its people, technology, and services. Working within an ambitious Digital Services team, you will have opportunities to broaden your technical expertise, contribute to strategic initiatives and play a vital role in strengthening cyber resilience across the College.
If you are passionate about cyber security, enjoy solving complex challenges and want to make a real difference in an organisation where technology has purpose, we would love to hear from you.
Safeguarding and Inclusion
Darlington College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and the successful candidate will be expected to share this commitment.
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of background, identity or personal circumstances.
Join us and help build a secure, resilient, and digitally enabled future for Darlington College.
Child protection is the responsibility of all staff. The College will therefore:
•Encourage and maintain an environment where students feel secure, are encouraged to talk, and are listened to
•Ensure students know that there are staff in the College whom they can approach if they are worried
•Include opportunities in the curriculum for students to develop the skills they need to recognise and stay safe from abuse
•All staff will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding induction and training.