Police Digital Service
Police Digital Service (PDS) is recruiting on behalf of the NPCC National Data & Analytics Office - a dedicated national capability transforming data use in policing. NDAO - Records Manager. Permanent, Full time. Salary £50,000 per annum. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a ground-breaking function within policing which will shape the future of data and analytics in UK law enforcement and help to utilise policing data to better protect the public. The NDAO will ensure: Responsible data use across law enforcement Improved data governance and standardised datasets Enhanced data analytics services to support operational decision-making Professionalisation of data roles within policing A more integrated data-sharing ecosystem across forces For the first time, UK policing will have a recognised, accredited approach to data and analytics, helping forces to work smarter and more effectively without compromising security or integrity. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain national policies, standards, and procedures for records management across UK policing, ensuring alignment with MoPI, APP Information Management, DPA/GDPR, and NPDAB strategic direction, deputising for the Senior Record Manager as applicable. Support forces to adopt consistent lifecycle management practices by providing guidance, frameworks, self-assessment tools, and targeted improvement support. Provide national leadership on the creation, classification, retention, archiving, review, and disposal of police records, ensuring that processes reduce risk, support operational effectiveness, and align with statutory requirements. Work closely with PDS, Home Office programmes, and NDAO specialists to ensure records management requirements are embedded in national systems, data models, and digital capabilities. Chairs subgroups of the Records Managers Practitioners Group (RMPG) ensuring delivery of these groups. Acts as deputy chair of the RMPG. Provide expertise with national audit, assurance, and compliance activities relating to record management, identifying risks, gaps, and force level issues requiring escalation or targeted support. Ensure records management practices support efficient and accurate responses to SARs, FOI requests, legal disclosure, public inquiries, and other statutory obligations. Promote high standards of security, confidentiality, and integrity across all records, ensuring compliance with information assurance, security classification, and retention requirements. Deliver a guidance, learning materials, and awareness programmes to improve recordkeeping capability and culture across forces and national bodies. Engage with forces, NPCC portfolios, NPDAB groups, PDS, Home Office, and external partners to ensure national alignment and collective ownership of records management needs. Work collaboratively with technology and data teams to embed records management principles into new digital systems, ensuring metadata, accessibility, and retention needs are met. What you need to succeed in the role Qualifications: A relevant degree in data management, computer science, or a related field is preferred. Professional certifications in records management Professional certifications in records management (e.g. professional qualification from and/or membership of a relevant professional body or association (e.g. ASLIB, Records Management Society, CILIP), project management (e.g., PRINCE2, Agile), or relevant data-related qualifications are advantageous. Data Strategy and Transformation: Comprehensive understanding of data-related transformation programs at a national level, including complex dependencies and external relationships. Ability to develop strategies that drive significant change in data capabilities. Legal Compliance: In-depth knowledge of relevant data-related legislation and legal compliance frameworks, e.g., Freedom of Information (FOI Act 2000), Management of Police Information (MoPI), Investigatory Powers Act 2016 etc, ensuring adherence to data protection and privacy laws, ensuring adherence to data protection and privacy laws. Data Architecture and Security: Familiarity with data architecture, data assurance, ethics, and security frameworks that govern record management practices including a demonstrable understanding of digital records systems, metadata standards, digital preservation, and information assurance principles. Data Performance Metrics: Ability to define, track, and interpret metrics that demonstrate progress, improvements, and the value derived from investments in data infrastructure. Ethics and Proportionality: Understanding of ethical considerations regarding the use of data, advanced analytics, and data science within the policing and national security contexts. Management: Extensive experience in management roles within records management at a large organisation, demonstrating success in driving organisational change. Diversity, equity and inclusion We are committed to equal opportunities for all and will not discriminate on any grounds. We encourage applications from people from the widest possible span of experience. All applicants will be considered without attention to age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, nationality, neurodiversity or disability status. Working Arrangements This is a remote role with some national travel required to attend meetings. All applicants must be eligible to undergo NPPV3 (Non Police Personnel Vetting Level 3) and SC vetting clearances. Successful applicants will require NPPV3 clearance to have been cleared before starting with PDS. Please note, we may choose to close the advert early if we receive a high volume of applications for this role so please endeavour to complete your application as soon as possible. Closing date: Friday 11th Sep :59pm
Police Digital Service (PDS) is recruiting on behalf of the NPCC National Data & Analytics Office - a dedicated national capability transforming data use in policing. NDAO - Records Manager. Permanent, Full time. Salary £50,000 per annum. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a ground-breaking function within policing which will shape the future of data and analytics in UK law enforcement and help to utilise policing data to better protect the public. The NDAO will ensure: Responsible data use across law enforcement Improved data governance and standardised datasets Enhanced data analytics services to support operational decision-making Professionalisation of data roles within policing A more integrated data-sharing ecosystem across forces For the first time, UK policing will have a recognised, accredited approach to data and analytics, helping forces to work smarter and more effectively without compromising security or integrity. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain national policies, standards, and procedures for records management across UK policing, ensuring alignment with MoPI, APP Information Management, DPA/GDPR, and NPDAB strategic direction, deputising for the Senior Record Manager as applicable. Support forces to adopt consistent lifecycle management practices by providing guidance, frameworks, self-assessment tools, and targeted improvement support. Provide national leadership on the creation, classification, retention, archiving, review, and disposal of police records, ensuring that processes reduce risk, support operational effectiveness, and align with statutory requirements. Work closely with PDS, Home Office programmes, and NDAO specialists to ensure records management requirements are embedded in national systems, data models, and digital capabilities. Chairs subgroups of the Records Managers Practitioners Group (RMPG) ensuring delivery of these groups. Acts as deputy chair of the RMPG. Provide expertise with national audit, assurance, and compliance activities relating to record management, identifying risks, gaps, and force level issues requiring escalation or targeted support. Ensure records management practices support efficient and accurate responses to SARs, FOI requests, legal disclosure, public inquiries, and other statutory obligations. Promote high standards of security, confidentiality, and integrity across all records, ensuring compliance with information assurance, security classification, and retention requirements. Deliver a guidance, learning materials, and awareness programmes to improve recordkeeping capability and culture across forces and national bodies. Engage with forces, NPCC portfolios, NPDAB groups, PDS, Home Office, and external partners to ensure national alignment and collective ownership of records management needs. Work collaboratively with technology and data teams to embed records management principles into new digital systems, ensuring metadata, accessibility, and retention needs are met. What you need to succeed in the role Qualifications: A relevant degree in data management, computer science, or a related field is preferred. Professional certifications in records management Professional certifications in records management (e.g. professional qualification from and/or membership of a relevant professional body or association (e.g. ASLIB, Records Management Society, CILIP), project management (e.g., PRINCE2, Agile), or relevant data-related qualifications are advantageous. Data Strategy and Transformation: Comprehensive understanding of data-related transformation programs at a national level, including complex dependencies and external relationships. Ability to develop strategies that drive significant change in data capabilities. Legal Compliance: In-depth knowledge of relevant data-related legislation and legal compliance frameworks, e.g., Freedom of Information (FOI Act 2000), Management of Police Information (MoPI), Investigatory Powers Act 2016 etc, ensuring adherence to data protection and privacy laws, ensuring adherence to data protection and privacy laws. Data Architecture and Security: Familiarity with data architecture, data assurance, ethics, and security frameworks that govern record management practices including a demonstrable understanding of digital records systems, metadata standards, digital preservation, and information assurance principles. Data Performance Metrics: Ability to define, track, and interpret metrics that demonstrate progress, improvements, and the value derived from investments in data infrastructure. Ethics and Proportionality: Understanding of ethical considerations regarding the use of data, advanced analytics, and data science within the policing and national security contexts. Management: Extensive experience in management roles within records management at a large organisation, demonstrating success in driving organisational change. Diversity, equity and inclusion We are committed to equal opportunities for all and will not discriminate on any grounds. We encourage applications from people from the widest possible span of experience. All applicants will be considered without attention to age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, nationality, neurodiversity or disability status. Working Arrangements This is a remote role with some national travel required to attend meetings. All applicants must be eligible to undergo NPPV3 (Non Police Personnel Vetting Level 3) and SC vetting clearances. Successful applicants will require NPPV3 clearance to have been cleared before starting with PDS. Please note, we may choose to close the advert early if we receive a high volume of applications for this role so please endeavour to complete your application as soon as possible. Closing date: Friday 11th Sep :59pm
Police Digital Service
Join Police Digital Service as a Cyber Training and Delivery Manager. Permanent. Full Time. Salary £60,000 per annum. About Police Digital Service The role will help ensure that cyber training is delivered consistently across classroom, digital and blended formats, with clear coordination between trainers, subject matter experts, the Digital Learning Designer and participating police forces. Our Values are: We value People We do the right thing We are innovative We are one Team We are proud and passionate Key Responsibilities . Coordinate and manage cyber training delivery across the PDS Cyber Services Division, ensuring courses, resources, trainers and stakeholders are aligned to agreed plans Manager coordination activity for classroom-based cyber training, including preparation, scheduling, learner communications, attendance tracking and post - course evaluation Support the delivery and continuous improvement of all classroom training, including the Information Security Officer and Third-Party Assurance Process courses Work closely with the Digital Learning Designer to develop, maintain and deliver blended learning products that combine classroom input, digital learning, and supporting resources Lead coordination of the Cyber Education & Awareness project, supporting the creation of a portfolio of training and development products for police forces Engage with police forces to understand cyber training requirements, local campaign needs and opportunities to improve uptake of PDS learning products Coordinate contributions from cyber subject matter experts, trainers, project teams and communication colleagues to ensure training content is accurate, current and fit for policing use What you need to succeed in the role Skills & Qualifications: Relevant professional qualification or equivalent experience in training coordination/management, learning delivery, project coordination or cyber/security awareness Personal Attributes: Strong coordination and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple training activities, deadlines and stakeholder requirements Experience supporting classroom training delivery, including course administration, learner communications and evaluation. Good understanding of digital, blended and classroom learning approaches. Ability to work collaboratively with Digital Learning Designers, trainers, subject matter experts and project teams. Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce guidance, learner communications and stakeholder updates. Ability to build effective working relationships with police forces, internal teams and external partners. Organised, proactive and able to maintain accurate records, trackers and reporting information. Confident using Microsoft 365 tools, including Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, PowerPoint and Excel. A strong background in Cyber Security and Information Management, preferably gained within the Policing sector. Experience coordinating training delivery, learning programmes or awareness campaigns within a complex stakeholder environment. Experience of designing and delivering in-person training events. Experience supporting classroom-based training, preferably including cyber, information security, assurance or technology-related subjects. Experience working with learning designers, trainers or subject matter experts to develop learner-focused training products Experience engaging with police forces, public sector partners or operational stakeholders would be desirable. Experience maintaining training records, schedules, evaluation outputs and project documentation Please see Candidate Pack for Full Details Diversity, equity and inclusion We are committed to equal opportunities for all and will not discriminate on any grounds. We encourage applications from people from the widest possible span of experience. All applicants will be considered without attention to age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, nationality, neurodiversity or disability status. Working Arrangements This is a remote role with some national travel required to attend meetings. All applicants must be eligible to undergo NPPV3 (Non Police Personnel Vetting Level 3) and SC vetting clearances. Successful applicants will require NPPV3 clearance to have been cleared before starting with PDS. Please note, we may choose to close the advert early if we receive a high volume of applications for this role so please endeavour to complete your application as soon as possible. Closing date: Thursday 10th Sep :59
Join Police Digital Service as a Cyber Training and Delivery Manager. Permanent. Full Time. Salary £60,000 per annum. About Police Digital Service The role will help ensure that cyber training is delivered consistently across classroom, digital and blended formats, with clear coordination between trainers, subject matter experts, the Digital Learning Designer and participating police forces. Our Values are: We value People We do the right thing We are innovative We are one Team We are proud and passionate Key Responsibilities . Coordinate and manage cyber training delivery across the PDS Cyber Services Division, ensuring courses, resources, trainers and stakeholders are aligned to agreed plans Manager coordination activity for classroom-based cyber training, including preparation, scheduling, learner communications, attendance tracking and post - course evaluation Support the delivery and continuous improvement of all classroom training, including the Information Security Officer and Third-Party Assurance Process courses Work closely with the Digital Learning Designer to develop, maintain and deliver blended learning products that combine classroom input, digital learning, and supporting resources Lead coordination of the Cyber Education & Awareness project, supporting the creation of a portfolio of training and development products for police forces Engage with police forces to understand cyber training requirements, local campaign needs and opportunities to improve uptake of PDS learning products Coordinate contributions from cyber subject matter experts, trainers, project teams and communication colleagues to ensure training content is accurate, current and fit for policing use What you need to succeed in the role Skills & Qualifications: Relevant professional qualification or equivalent experience in training coordination/management, learning delivery, project coordination or cyber/security awareness Personal Attributes: Strong coordination and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple training activities, deadlines and stakeholder requirements Experience supporting classroom training delivery, including course administration, learner communications and evaluation. Good understanding of digital, blended and classroom learning approaches. Ability to work collaboratively with Digital Learning Designers, trainers, subject matter experts and project teams. Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce guidance, learner communications and stakeholder updates. Ability to build effective working relationships with police forces, internal teams and external partners. Organised, proactive and able to maintain accurate records, trackers and reporting information. Confident using Microsoft 365 tools, including Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, PowerPoint and Excel. A strong background in Cyber Security and Information Management, preferably gained within the Policing sector. Experience coordinating training delivery, learning programmes or awareness campaigns within a complex stakeholder environment. Experience of designing and delivering in-person training events. Experience supporting classroom-based training, preferably including cyber, information security, assurance or technology-related subjects. Experience working with learning designers, trainers or subject matter experts to develop learner-focused training products Experience engaging with police forces, public sector partners or operational stakeholders would be desirable. Experience maintaining training records, schedules, evaluation outputs and project documentation Please see Candidate Pack for Full Details Diversity, equity and inclusion We are committed to equal opportunities for all and will not discriminate on any grounds. We encourage applications from people from the widest possible span of experience. All applicants will be considered without attention to age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, nationality, neurodiversity or disability status. Working Arrangements This is a remote role with some national travel required to attend meetings. All applicants must be eligible to undergo NPPV3 (Non Police Personnel Vetting Level 3) and SC vetting clearances. Successful applicants will require NPPV3 clearance to have been cleared before starting with PDS. Please note, we may choose to close the advert early if we receive a high volume of applications for this role so please endeavour to complete your application as soon as possible. Closing date: Thursday 10th Sep :59
Police Digital Service
Wigan, Lancashire
Join Police Digital Service as a Cyber Detect Analyst Salary starting at £45,000 per annum About Police Digital Service The National Management Centre (NMC) is part of Police Digital Services and provides visibility and control of information risks for policing. It supports the 24x7x365 nature of police operations, providing a threat detection and response capability for digital services before, during and after cyber-attacks, enabling stakeholders to understand and proactively manage risk across the technology estate at both the national and force level Key Responsibilities As a member of the NMC Protective Monitoring Team you will respond to immediate security threats on NMC Monitored networks that may impact our client network. The NMC Protective Monitoring team's goal is to detect, analyse, investigate, and respond to cyber security alerts using a combination of cutting-edge technology and a strong set of processes. The NMC Cyber Detect Analysts will work closely with teams across the NMC, typically with the Incident Response Teams to ensure security issues are addressed quickly upon discovery. NMC Cyber Detect Analyst duties involve but are not limited to: Initial Triage of alerts - evaluation & detection Confirmation of false positive Incident data gathering and feedback on any gaps and issues in respect to Platform Content or tuning opportunities Reflection of incident severity based on analysis Escalation of potential incidents to customer or Senior Cyber Detect Analyst/CIMT Team as appropriate Trend Analysis of force-by-force events for presentation into forces at regular intervals Continuous input into the value and optimisation of content Regular Performance conversations with line manager A proactive approach to personal development and coaching conversations to challenge and develop yourself and others. Monitoring and triage of alerts across NMC Technologies. Accountable for the initial assessment of alerts via analysis of all data at your disposal in the alert's context. Following guidance documentation where applicable in a timely manner. Responsible for engaging relevant stakeholders, e.g. The customer, Senior Cyber Detect Analyst or CIMT (Cyber Incident Management Team) following completion of alert assessments. Responsible for ensuring initial engagement direct with national police forces where relevant Must be in tune with situational awareness across national police forces, E.g., Change, Problem, Incident, Network Architecture, Critical Asset lists. Comprehensive understanding of all NMC services and their interoperability What you need to succeed in the role Experience working in a fast-paced operational environment Experience working within a team Experience working in a customer facing environment Knowledge of various security methodologies and processes Knowledge of commonly deployed Cyber Security tools and products Knowledge of common Internet protocols and applications Knowledge and hands on experience of IP networks and their key components A genuine enthusiasm and drive to work within Cyber Security Motivated and ambitious to work on your own initiative without needing direction Strong attention to detail Ability to multi-task, prioritise, and manage time effectively Excellent interpersonal skills and professional demeanour Excellent verbal and written communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications Proficient in the use of SIEM (Security Incident and Event Management) technology, in terms of handling alerts, analysis of the data within the alert and rationale on whether escalation or closure is required. Ability to convey technical speak into plain English to contextualise the alert with recommendations if applicable Ability to engage with all elements of the NMC proactively and professionally Ability to acquire SC and NPPV3 level clearances Please see candidate pack for more details. Why Join us? Balance is important and we want you to take time off to recharge - we offer 28 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 30 days after 5 years of service. Holiday Purchase also available We care about your well-being - we have an EAP that offers not just welfare benefits but also retail discounts Plan for the future - we offer an excellent pension scheme and life assurance cover Put your mind at rest regarding your health - offering remote GP, mental health and physiotherapy appointments via video consultation Family - Enhanced maternity and paternity pay along with a flexible return to work Community - one paid day off per year for volunteering You can find out more here: Benefits - Police Digital Service (pds.police.uk) Diversity, equity and inclusion We are committed to equal opportunity for all and will not discriminate on any grounds. We encourage applications from people from the widest possible span of experience. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates and people with disabilities. Working Arrangements At the NMC, you will benefit from hybrid working, getting the advantages of both face-to-face team engagement and home working. NMC employees have the opportunity to work in our new modern office environment for in-person collaboration, however you will also get the opportunity to work from home 2 days a week. All applicants must be eligible for NPPV3 and SC clearances. Successful applicants will require NPPV3 clearance to have been approved before starting with PDS. Closing date: Thursday 10th Sep 23:59pm
Join Police Digital Service as a Cyber Detect Analyst Salary starting at £45,000 per annum About Police Digital Service The National Management Centre (NMC) is part of Police Digital Services and provides visibility and control of information risks for policing. It supports the 24x7x365 nature of police operations, providing a threat detection and response capability for digital services before, during and after cyber-attacks, enabling stakeholders to understand and proactively manage risk across the technology estate at both the national and force level Key Responsibilities As a member of the NMC Protective Monitoring Team you will respond to immediate security threats on NMC Monitored networks that may impact our client network. The NMC Protective Monitoring team's goal is to detect, analyse, investigate, and respond to cyber security alerts using a combination of cutting-edge technology and a strong set of processes. The NMC Cyber Detect Analysts will work closely with teams across the NMC, typically with the Incident Response Teams to ensure security issues are addressed quickly upon discovery. NMC Cyber Detect Analyst duties involve but are not limited to: Initial Triage of alerts - evaluation & detection Confirmation of false positive Incident data gathering and feedback on any gaps and issues in respect to Platform Content or tuning opportunities Reflection of incident severity based on analysis Escalation of potential incidents to customer or Senior Cyber Detect Analyst/CIMT Team as appropriate Trend Analysis of force-by-force events for presentation into forces at regular intervals Continuous input into the value and optimisation of content Regular Performance conversations with line manager A proactive approach to personal development and coaching conversations to challenge and develop yourself and others. Monitoring and triage of alerts across NMC Technologies. Accountable for the initial assessment of alerts via analysis of all data at your disposal in the alert's context. Following guidance documentation where applicable in a timely manner. Responsible for engaging relevant stakeholders, e.g. The customer, Senior Cyber Detect Analyst or CIMT (Cyber Incident Management Team) following completion of alert assessments. Responsible for ensuring initial engagement direct with national police forces where relevant Must be in tune with situational awareness across national police forces, E.g., Change, Problem, Incident, Network Architecture, Critical Asset lists. Comprehensive understanding of all NMC services and their interoperability What you need to succeed in the role Experience working in a fast-paced operational environment Experience working within a team Experience working in a customer facing environment Knowledge of various security methodologies and processes Knowledge of commonly deployed Cyber Security tools and products Knowledge of common Internet protocols and applications Knowledge and hands on experience of IP networks and their key components A genuine enthusiasm and drive to work within Cyber Security Motivated and ambitious to work on your own initiative without needing direction Strong attention to detail Ability to multi-task, prioritise, and manage time effectively Excellent interpersonal skills and professional demeanour Excellent verbal and written communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications Proficient in the use of SIEM (Security Incident and Event Management) technology, in terms of handling alerts, analysis of the data within the alert and rationale on whether escalation or closure is required. Ability to convey technical speak into plain English to contextualise the alert with recommendations if applicable Ability to engage with all elements of the NMC proactively and professionally Ability to acquire SC and NPPV3 level clearances Please see candidate pack for more details. Why Join us? Balance is important and we want you to take time off to recharge - we offer 28 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 30 days after 5 years of service. Holiday Purchase also available We care about your well-being - we have an EAP that offers not just welfare benefits but also retail discounts Plan for the future - we offer an excellent pension scheme and life assurance cover Put your mind at rest regarding your health - offering remote GP, mental health and physiotherapy appointments via video consultation Family - Enhanced maternity and paternity pay along with a flexible return to work Community - one paid day off per year for volunteering You can find out more here: Benefits - Police Digital Service (pds.police.uk) Diversity, equity and inclusion We are committed to equal opportunity for all and will not discriminate on any grounds. We encourage applications from people from the widest possible span of experience. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates and people with disabilities. Working Arrangements At the NMC, you will benefit from hybrid working, getting the advantages of both face-to-face team engagement and home working. NMC employees have the opportunity to work in our new modern office environment for in-person collaboration, however you will also get the opportunity to work from home 2 days a week. All applicants must be eligible for NPPV3 and SC clearances. Successful applicants will require NPPV3 clearance to have been approved before starting with PDS. Closing date: Thursday 10th Sep 23:59pm
