Average Information Technology salary in the UK

About DS Smith DS Smith, an International Paper Company, are a leading provider of sustainable packaging solutions, paper products and recycling services in more than 30 different countries across EMEA with over 30,000 colleagues.  About the role   Reporting to Head of I&T GRC, Governance and Risk Lead will be responsible for driving information and cyber security awareness, delivering security awareness training including phishing and facilitation of cyber scenario desktop simulations across central and manufacturing site teams.   You will review, manage and where required prepare responses to internal and external customer enquiries in relation to information and cyber security arrangements. You will support IT, procurement, legal, data protection and digital security and business stakeholder in relation to supplier information and cyber security due diligence and requirements. As the successful candidate you will also lead risk-based party security assurance, management, and continuous improvement activities. In addition, facilitate and coordinate IT risk management risk register, tools, process, reporting and review. You will take responsibility for managing a subset of aspects of ISO 27001 related documentation and control activities.  As the I&T Governance and Risk Lead you will have the responsibility of aspects of the I&T GRC scope, delegated and assigned by the Head of I&T GRC. Key Accountabilities Engage with key IT and business stakeholders in relation to: Risk management. Security awareness training. Facilitation of cyber scenario desktop simulations across central and manufacturing site teams.   Customer security questionnaires. Supplier security reviews, risk management and requirements. Manage and continuously improve I&T and Security risks processes in accordance with company risk appetite and tolerance, validating that risk is clearly articulated and management response is well defined.  Engage risk review and assurance activities across existing suppliers. Provide IT and business advice on aspects of security standards and regulations such as ISO27001, NIST CSF, PCI DSS, NISD and NIS2.  Engage with I&T system owners to provide training in relation to information security, cyber resilience, phishing, and facilitation of cyber scenario desktop simulations across central and manufacturing site teams.   About you   Working knowledge of technology and security standards, controls and consequences across both IT and manufacturing environments in manufacturing or similar industries. Experience working with information security standards and frameworks such as and regulations such as ISO27001, NIST CSF, PCI DSS, NISD and NIS2.  Proven analytical, problem-solving, planning, project delivery and supplier work packages management skills. Demonstrable experience of engaging across all levels of a company in relation to information and cyber security risks. Working towards or achieved professional certifications (ISO27001 lead, ISC2, CISM or CRISC) advantageous. Benefits   Competitive salary  Company bonus Pension scheme   Life assurance   Income protection   25 days holiday plus bank holidays  Electric Car / Bike to Work schemes

Food Technology Teacher is required to start in a 'Good' School based in Chislehurst, SouthEast London KS3 & KS4 Food Technology (D&T) (+KS5 - Desirable) I'm seeking a Food Technology teacher that can teach Food Technology up to KS5 (desirable - not essential) who can start in a thriving and supportive school based in Chislehurst. This position is starting in January 2026 and is open to NQT's or experienced teachers. The ideal Food Technology teacher will be committed, positive and a versatile teacher to join their successful department. You would be required to deliver excellent subject knowledge to KS3 and KS4 (KS5 is desirable - not essential). This medium size and single sex school has outstanding facilities. This school prides themselves on creating a positive and respectful learning environment. ___________________________________________________________________________ FOOD TECHNOLOGY TEACHING INFORMATION: The position is open to both D&T ECTs and experienced D&T teachers. You will be joining a successful, well-structured department. This school offer a range of professional development opportunities. Food Technology is taught at year 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12. The school is located in well-served location for transport and parking is available onsite. ___________________________________________________________________________ FOOD TECHNOLOGY TEACHER CONTRACT DETAILS Location SouthEast London - Chislehurst Position Food Technology teacher Type of work KS3 / KS4 / KS5 Contract or position starting date January 2026 Contract type (temp/perm/temp to perm) - Temp to perm Full time/part time Full time ONLY Minimum rate of pay PAY TO SCALE- Outer London Hours 8am - 3:30pm or 4:00pm ___________________________________________________________________________ Food Technology TEACHERS EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS: QTS or equivalent PGCE / SCITT / TEACH FIRST

Senior Information Security Analyst (SOC)PermanentLocation: Midlands (Hybrid – minimum 2 days per week onsite)Salary: up to £65,000About the ClientOur client renowned for its commitment to innovation, scalability, and cutting-edge technology. Operating at the forefront of digital solutions, they leverage bespoke and third-party systems to drive efficiency and enhance business operations. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation that prioritises technological evolution and continuous improvement. How you’ll spend your dayAs a Senior Information Security Analyst (SOC), you’ll play a key role in protecting a large-scale, high-availability environment, acting as an escalation point for complex security incidents. Your day will include:Leading incident response activities: investigating alerts, conducting threat hunting, and managing escalations.Tuning and configuring Splunk SIEM to reduce false positives and enhance detection accuracy.Handling advanced security investigations, including malware analysis, forensic reviews and sensitive internal cases.Correlating logs across multiple systems and using threat intelligence to strengthen detection capabilities.Producing clear, concise incident reports for senior stakeholders, including non-technical audiences.Supporting junior analysts with guidance, best practice coaching and career development (no formal line management).Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to break down infosec barriers and promote a security-aware culture.Participating in the on-call rota (approximately once every eight weeks after an initial ramp-up period).What you’ll bring to this roleWe’re looking for a well-rounded Senior SOC Analyst who can balance deep technical expertise with excellent communication and stakeholder engagement. You’ll bring:Strong background in SOC operations, ideally with experience in networking or infrastructure.Hands-on experience with Splunk SIEM, including configuration, tuning and creating meaningful detection use cases.Proven experience in incident response, threat hunting and malware investigation.Exposure to digital forensics and the ability to document sensitive investigations accurately.Understanding of cloud security principles, PCI DSS / ISO 27001, MITRE ATT&CK, OWASP and vulnerability management frameworks.Ability to automate tasks or scripting experience to enhance SOC efficiency.Experience working with and explaining security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, especially producing high-level incident reports for senior leadership.A collaborative, open and supportive mindset, essential for mentoring junior SOC analysts.Perks & Benefits:Performance-Based Bonus Annual bonus paid in two instalments (April & September), based on company and personal performance.Pension SchemeEmployer-matched contributions of up to 7.5%.Hybrid WorkingMinimum 2 days per week in the office, with flexibility on which days.Flexible Working Hours40-hour workweek with flexibility in how hours are structured.Generous Annual Leave25 days holiday + your birthday off, plus bank holidays. Option to buy or sell up to 5 additional days.Free Gym MembershipAvailable to all employees.No Visa Sponsorship Available for this role.What happens next?One of our Recruitment Consultants will be in touch and inform you if you’ve been successful to the next stage of the process or not, which is a qualification call where we will tell you more about the role and the client, and understand more about you, your experience and career aspirations. Should we both wish to proceed, we will submit your details to the client and be in touch regarding the outcome and any further steps. The interview process for this client consists of:Stage 1 – 30-60 minutes technical discussion via MS TeamsStage 2 – 60-90 minutes competency interview based onsite. Equal OpportunitiesWe are committed to providing equal opportunities for all candidates and welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. As an employment agency for permanent and contract hires, we are dedicated to promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from underrepresented groups to drive innovation and equality within the workplace.Should you require any reasonable adjustments please let us know so we can accommodate for any interactions with us at Biometric Talent, but also inform the client to ensure reasonable adjustments are made to allow for a fair and equitable process.