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Job summary

Main area
Informatics
Grade
Band 7
Contract
Permanent
Hours
  • Full time
  • Part time
Job ref
188-THQ2020225
Employer
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Southampton General Hospital
Town
Southampton
Salary
£46,148 - £52,809 pa or pa pro rata
Closing
19/02/2025 23:59
Interview date
06/03/2025
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust logo

Advanced Network Analyst

Band 7

Job overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for a detailed job description of the role.

Open only to applicants from Hampshire & Isle of Wight NHS Integrated Care System, which is limited to: 

Hampshire and Isle of Wight ICB, Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trust, University Hospital Southampton FT, Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS FT, South Central Ambulance Service, or Hampshire Hospitals FT.

Main duties of the job

Main Purpose:
 
The post holder will be working within the Network and Cyber Security teams, to provide mission-critical protection, detection and assurance services at the network layer.
 
You will possess a strong technical background, enabling you to assess, diagnose and provide contextualised detailed reports on current threats and the risks to the organisation’s IT Network Systems and infrastructure.
 
You will be responsible for incident response and regular audits of the Trust’s Network Cyber security solutions to ensure it meet regulatory compliance obligations.
 
You will promote Network Cyber Security communication and training for all Trust staff based on best practices and current threats.
 
The key objectives for the role are:  
• create and develop a Network Cyber aware working environment that breaks down organisational silos.
 
• continuously improve Network security controls for UHS Digital.
 
• enable and facilitate collaboration internally and externally.
 
• Manage the 3rd line support requirements for Network Cyber Security.
 
Due to the highly technical nature of this post, there will also be a requirement to undertake configuration, tuning, troubleshooting, recovery, fault resolution and in-depth technical fault diagnosis and problem-solving.
 
 

Working for our organisation

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast. 

We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalizing your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.

At UHS we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

General Duties:

 
As an Advanced Network Cyber Security Engineer/Analyst your responsibilities will be to:  
 
• Manage Network cyber incidents; triage, response and escalation.
 
• Oversee the daily running of the Trust’s Network security layers, predominantly the IPS.
 
• Own the Network Vulnerability management process; demonstrating an understanding of the Trust’s risk appetite and providing appropriate remediation, mitigation, and/or escalation.
 
• To support, monitor, and manage the deployment process of all emergency updates and Network security patches across the Trust.
 
• Through proactive monitoring, identify, understand, and prioritise network threats.
 
• Support the IT ServiceDesk function pertaining to all matters of Network Security in a responsive priority-based manner.
 
• Directly support the Head of Network and IT Security with audit, assurance and compliance obligations.
 
• Working with suppliers, advise on measures to ensure the Trust IT Network security software is kept up to date and relevant to current threats.
 
• Run internal audits of security product log files and identify possible breaches and escalate accordingly.
 
• Provide technical IT Network security assistance to projects undertaken by the wider UHS Digital team and the Trust.
 
• Lead on educational and communication programs are conducted to enhance general security awareness.
 
• Conduct assessments and authorise Hardware/Device’s that will connect to the Trusts PCs and Networks.
 
• Undertake technology, data and security, risk and impact assessment of new network/cyber platforms in conjunction with UHS IT Security resource to update feeding into change advisory governance as needed.
  
• Provide technical expertise and input into policies, guidance and governance forums.
 
• Collaborate closely with the UHS IT Operations and Service Support teams to ensure the UHS environment is secure, compliant and aligned with enterprise architecture principles and decisions.
  
• Work independently, proactively taking ownership of any Network Security platform issues.
 
• Be able to analyse complex technical issues and perform root cause analysis to solve problems.
  
• Contribute to problem-solving discussions at cross-department technical and enterprise architecture forums, identifying best-fit solutions or ways to minimise Network cyber risk.
 
• Be able to focus and concentrate on solving complex problems, sometimes for prolonged periods of time.
 
• Be able to communicate complex technical issues and risks to non-technical business stakeholders external to the team, both verbally and written.
  
• Be comfortable with presenting and leading workshops with other technical staff and business stakeholders to identify needs and solutions
 
 

Requirements


Have a strong network background and experience in working with Cisco core, distribution and access layer switching infrastructure. 

Experience with Cisco ACI and Nexus data centre architecture.

Experience in configuring, maintaining and utilising network management station software, such as SNMPC, Cisco DNA Centre and SolarWinds.

Have a strong understanding of the RF fundamentals and have knowledge and experience with working with large-scale wireless environments using Aruba technologies.

Understanding of ITIL incident and problem management processes.

Be able to produce high-quality technical documentation.

Experience working with Check Point firewalls utilising Maestro hyperscale VSX technologies.
 
Work in a project management role, providing a crucial link between estates and UHS Digital and working on key capital developments adhering to the RIBA framework.
 
Be certified to perform Wi-Fi survey, design, and troubleshoot Ekahau ECSE standard NHS Healthcare experience, including the ability to understand and interpret NHS standards. Local UHS knowledge is preferable.
 

Person specification

Qualifications / training required

Essential criteria
  • Educated to degree level or able to demonstrate an equivalent level of knowledge, skills and experience
  • Significant practical experience in a systems-support environment at a senior/specialist level
Desirable criteria
  • Degree in a computing related subject.
  • Cyber Security Certified in Systems or Enterprise

Previous or relevant experience necessary

Essential criteria
  • Have a strong network background and experience in working with Cisco core, distribution and access layer switching infrastructure. Experience with Cisco ACI and Nexus data centre architecture.
  • Experience in configuring, maintaining and utilising network management station software, such as SNMPC, Cisco DNA Centre and SolarWinds.
  • Have a strong understanding of the RF fundamentals and have knowledge and experience with working with large scales wireless environments using Aruba technologies.
  • Understanding of ITIL incident and problem management processes.
  • Be able to produce high quality technical documentation.
  • Experience working with Check Point firewalls utilising Maestro hyperscale VSX technologies.
  • Work in a project management role, providing a crucial link between estates and UHS Digital and working on key capital developments adhering to the RIBA framework.
  • Be certified to perform Wi-Fi survey, design, troubleshooting Ekahau ECSE standard
Desirable criteria
  • Demonstration/training skills

Values and behaviours

Essential criteria
  • Patients First
  • Always Improving
  • Working Together
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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Matt Brander
Job title
Head of IT Operations
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
07833 294351

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