Cyber Security Specialist Role With Sponsorship – Apply Now

Location
Wrexham, Wales (with travel across North Wales)

Type
Full Time

Salary (£)
54,550 – 61,412 per year

About Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
They’re not just Wales’ largest health board – they’re the backbone of patient care across six counties, including Wrexham, Flintshire, and Gwynedd. With over 700,000 people depending on their services, Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) plays a crucial role in shaping healthcare in North Wales. Their expanding Cyber Security and Compliance Team is where you can make a real difference, keeping vital systems safe and ensuring compliance with the Network and Information Systems Regulations 2018.

Job details

Benefits

• Visa Sponsorship Available – Skilled Worker route open to eligible candidates
• Supportive Work Environment – Join a close-knit cyber team that values knowledge sharing and growth
• Career Growth – Opportunities to take on more responsibility within a high-impact department
• Flexible Work Locations – Base assignment aligned with your home address, with some travel required
• Make a Difference – Your work directly supports patient care and operational safety

Requirements

• Senior-level experience in ICT or Cyber Security
• Proven ability to manage and support compliance frameworks
• Confident communicator, both written and verbal
• Comfortable liaising with third parties, stakeholders, and healthcare professionals
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Willing and able to travel across North Wales
• Welsh speaking is a plus but not required

Salary Details

This full-time post pays between £54,550 and £61,412 per year, depending on experience.

About the Role

This isn’t just another Cyber Security post. It’s a chance to lead compliance efforts in a critical environment where your skills support hospitals, clinics, and digital systems that people rely on daily. As Cyber Security Compliance Specialist, you’ll be working hands-on with security frameworks, advising senior managers, and making sure infrastructure meets strict regulatory standards. It’s a technical role with a big-picture impact – and you’ll be part of a growing team where your voice matters.

Whether your base ends up being Ysbyty Maelor, Ysbyty Gwynedd, or Ysbyty Abergele, expect variety, challenge, and the kind of work that keeps you engaged.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive compliance with NIS Regulations across health systems
• Advise and support ICT teams on risk and mitigation strategies
• Liaise with health partners, vendors, and internal departments
• Maintain strong documentation, audit trails, and governance reports
• Act as a trusted voice in shaping cyber security decisions

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Because this role involves access to sensitive systems, it’s subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required.

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

BCUHB welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Whether you speak Welsh or not, what matters most is your experience and commitment.

Employer Details

• Company Name: Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
• Address: North Wales Region (base assigned depending on home address)
• Contact: Available on request or via NHS Jobs portal

Reference Number
050-CORP273-04-24

How To Apply
Ready to step into a meaningful cyber security role? Don’t wait. Apply now to be part of a system that saves lives. Interviews will be held in person – start preparing today.