Technology Officer – Cyber Security Focus

Derbyshire County Council · Matlock, England

Technology Officer – Cyber Security Focus at Derbyshire County Council, based in Matlock, England, paying £37,563 - £43,149 per annum. This is a contract role.

Salary
£37,563 - £43,149 per annum
Location
Matlock, England
Contract
Contract
Posted
2 days ago
Closes
11 Oct 2026
Sector
Security Officer

17% below the typical rate for security officer

Reference bb29a51326b6e64c24b93d579fc2d9960d890e2e

About the role

Technology Officer

Salary/Grade: £37,563 to £43,149 per annum/Grade 10 bar 11

Hours/Days: 37 Hours a week

Contract Type: Fixed Term for 24 Months

Location: NEDDC District Council Offices, Wingerworth, BDC Offices, Arc, High Street, Clowne, DDDC Offices, Matlock, home working and as required

Closing Date:Midnight Sunday 11th October

Join Our Infrastructure Team as a Technology Officer – Cyber Security Focus

Are you ready to take your tech career to the next level? We’re looking for a passionate and proactive Technology Officer to join our friendly Infrastructure Team working across four organisations, with a special focus on cyber security.

In this full-time role, you’ll dive into a wide range of technologies, providing 2nd and 3rd line support across our infrastructure and business platforms. You’ll also get stuck into exciting technical projects that help shape the future of our services. Cyber security will be a key part of your day-to-day work, so if you’re keen to make a real impact in this space, we’d love to hear from you.

Why this role stands out:

  • A hands-on, varied technical position that keeps things interesting
  • A supportive, collaborative team that values learning and growth
  • Access to training and development to help you thrive
  • Flexible working, including some remote work (subject to service needs)
  • The chance to contribute to meaningful projects that make a difference

Please note: You’ll need to be able to travel to supported sites within a reasonable timeframe when required.

We’re looking for someone who’s:

  • Organised and able to juggle tight deadlines
  • Self-motivated and eager to tackle new challenges
  • Adaptable in a fast-paced, ever-evolving tech environment
  • A clear communicator and team player

If you’re enthusiastic about technology, passionate about cyber security, and keen to grow in a role that offers variety and purpose—this could be the perfect fit.

Why work for us?

North East Derbyshire District Council is a great place to work and if you join our team, you will become part of a talented and dedicated workforce. If you are keen to make a difference to people’s lives and develop your skills and experience, we would like to hear from you.

We offer a competitive salary, Local Government Pension Scheme, generous annual leave entitlement and excellent work/life balance initiatives. Learn more about the benefits of working for us at: ne-derbyshire.gov.uk

Apply today!

If you are interested in this post, please apply using the online application and uploading your CV on our dedicated webpage on Derbyshire Jobs at: North East Derbyshire District Council Vacancies or via Derbyshire - Jobs and Careers by clicking ‘Apply for this job’ and creating an account. You can save your progress and exit the application at any time, coming back to it at a later stage to complete and submit your application.

Applications close Midnight Sunday 11th October

Please read the Guidance Notes provided before completing any application

If you do not have internet access, you can request an offline application pack by contacting North East Derbyshire District Council Contact Centre on (01246) 231111 or emailing: [email removed]

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

For further information

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Rob Fisher, Technical Service Manager, on (01246) 217817 or email [email removed]

Please note the Council only consider applications from candidates eligible to work in the UK and who possess a current work permit appropriate to the job role advertised.

If you have not received any communication within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion, and we thank you for your interest in the job role.

Reference: bb29a51326b6e64c24b93d579fc2d9960d890e2e · Posted 2 days ago · Closes 11 Oct 2026 · Listed via Derbyshire County Council

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