Technical Lead - Networks and Security
Job summary
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role-specific criteria
Responsible to the Head of Architecture and Technology, this position is responsible for the highly complex area of Networks and Security. The support and technical transformation of the technical environment is a key component of both the clinical and IT strategy.
As the technical lead of Networks and Security the role is a highly specialised one and will lead a team of IM&T specialists to deliver individual client projects from inception to implementation as well as helping to define the future direction of this area within the Trust. They co-ordinate and control the design process and ensure standards and targets are met and where necessary define or redefine these standards. They also manage individual projects ensuring correct resourcing, budgetary control and scheduling of a highly complex programme of work.
Working across University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust, the position will look to work collaboratively ensuring that LAN / WAN networking and security best practice are upheld for both organisations. We will also be looking strategically where we can share efficiencies and technology to further expand and improve the services we offer to our staff in the future.
Main duties of the job
Provide highly specialist expertise and advice to the IT colleagues, Clinicians, Directorate Managers and Directors across the range of responsibilities.
Lead on policy development for the delivery of procedures & systems that support the delivery of an effective and efficient service, meeting standards as specified by the Trust and wider NHS
Working alongside the Head of Infrastructure to develop and plan the future technology roadmap for the Trust
Ensuring the 24/7 availability of the trusts networking platforms to ensure efficient and uninterrupted access to key trust applications and services
Monitor the performance and capacity of the networks and undertake activities to secure and enhance the availability of services
Managing the business and usual activity for the team to ensure the appropriate level of response and support to the users
About us
At UHSussex (UHSx), diversity is our strength, & we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness & experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, & can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) & a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients & staff with the same compassion & empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above & beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our candidate information pack & wellbeing programme, for staff which is extensive & designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching & training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us & throughout your career we will help you to grow & develop.We hope that in choosing UHSx you are choosing a long & happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make & feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application & the start of your journey with UHSx.
Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working alongside the Head of Infrastructure to develop and plan the future technology roadmap for the Trust
Ensuring the 24/7 availability of the trusts networking platforms to ensure efficient and uninterrupted access to key trust applications and services
Monitor the performance and capacity of the networks and undertake activities to secure and enhance the availability of services
Managing the business and usual activity for the team to ensure the appropriate level of response and support to the users
Leading the team of network engineers and specialists and to be a point of technical contact and escalation where needed. The role will also be responsible for evaluating the skillset, and coordinating and developing the staff through training and knowledge transfer
The post holder will have a high degree of autonomy and will be expected to plan and organize a demanding workload and manage conflicting priorities with minimal supervision.
Ensuring the operational effectiveness of the Networks and security platformsto ensure efficient anduninterrupted access to key trust applications and services
Monitor the performanceand capacity of Networks and Security platformsand manage the hardwareand softwarelifecycle and refresh planning
Managing Networks and Securityleads to ensure the business as usual activities are running efficiently.
To develop proposals and recommendations for the use of specific software or applications to meet client needs and present these proposals to the target audience using negotiation and persuasion skills to ensure that the client understands the options presented andto ensurethat the best outcome is reached.
To provide information and advice to clients with regard to 3rdparty procurement projects. Tolead on deliveringany aspect of these procurements that falls within the jurisdiction of the IT Networks function and to monitor these plans and make adjustments as required.To understand and discuss highly complexrequirements andtomake recommendations tomanagers with varying degrees of technical knowledgeand to inform and persuade these managersas to the best solution.
To plan and deliver complex training to a variety of managers with a varying range of IM&T skillsand to be able to deliver this training to large audiences when necessary.
Todefinepoliciesand standardsfor all aspects ofNetworks projects and to ensure that theyare put in place.
Ensuring the adoption of national and international standards for scoping and systems analysis. Leading on understanding the problem domain and how to best document the requirements of the requesting manager.
Tobe the last stop forextremelycomplex problemsor issueswith any Trust Networks or theirintegrationto the server estate.Tobe able toidentify root causes and torecommend,plan and implement solutionsusing resources from the teamwhere appropriate.
Responsible for the development, maintenance and interpretation of a large number of diverse andhighlycomplex information and data sources.To have a thorough understanding of the NHS, its data items, itsKey Performance Indicators (KPIs), its working practices and its legislation relating to data and information handling. To make recommendations on the impact of new legislation both internal and external which may impact on theinfrastructureteam or its working practices.
Working to the latest cyber security standards to ensure the trusts security posture is in the best possible position. This includes working with counterparts on joint projects andtechnologies,such as AV, SIEM, MDM,NACetc.to ensure stable and secure business operations.
Working with specialist 3rdparty partners on delivering technical solutions and keeping up to date with emerging technologies
The position will work with managers, clinicians and operational staff to ensure wide understanding of, and commitment to, the Trusts ITstrategy and appropriate participation in the associated IT programmes, communicating highly complex issues to groups of staff within the Trust and other care settings
In collaboration with the Head of Architecture and Technology of IT be responsible for the appropriate allocation of resources including human and financial.
Contribute to strategic and contingency planning for the wider IT function, which may have an impact on other areas.
See JD for complete responsibilities including people management
Person Specification
Experience and Qualifications
- Educated to masters' level or equivalent level of extensive experience of working at a senior level in specialist area.
- Knowledge and understanding of NHS structure and organisation
- Technical: Deep knowledge of Juniper Junos OS, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), switching, SD-WAN, VXLAN. and DHCP / DNS
- Troubleshooting: Diagnosing and resolving complex network issues, performing root cause analysis, and incident resolution.
- Quality Improvement qualification e.g. Lean Practitioner (D)
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
- SkillsEvidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
All sites (Brighton / Worthing / Haywards Heath / Chichester)
Brighton
BN2 5BE
Employer's website
https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/