Senior Manager, Data Design and Engineering

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Manager, Data Design and Engineering

Location: Ipswich, London, Bristol

Due to the sensitive nature of this role, you may be required to undergo DV (Developed Vetting) level Security Clearance (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels). An allowance of £5k per annum may be payable monthly while you hold this DV and continue to work in a role that requires that level of security clearance. The terms of this allowance will be made available if you are successful in being recruited into this role.

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Security isn’t always the first thing that comes to mind when you think of BT, but when it comes to keeping everyone safely connected, We Are the Protectors. We deal with thousands of cyber-attacks every day, so that millions of people can safely go about their daily lives and run their businesses. We deliver vital work at scale, with real breadth and impact. We connect for good.

You'll be joining a specialist security team that is a trusted partner to governments worldwide, protecting critical national infrastructure and committed to the safety and security of our nation and global communities. Our mission focused work is innovative, inspiring, and technologically challenging in a way that makes every day different and stimulating. We provide the opportunity to work on rare projects, with exciting tools and brilliant people. Everyone has access to unparalleled professional and personal development opportunities and your contribution is always valued.

Why this job matters:

BT Global Secure Solutions (GSS) is a unit within Corporate and Public Sector, a branch of BT Business. The Global Obligations team within GSS provides capability to enable BT to discharge its Investigatory Powers obligations in the UK and across the Globe

The role is accountable for:

• Developing Technical strategy for UK fixed and mobile CD and DR capabilities to meet BT’s Investigatory Powers Act (IPA) obligations in the UK.
• Providing systems to enable BT to meet its UK disclosure and DR obligations cost effectively and with appropriate security.
• Relationship management of Government, supplier, and internal stakeholders to meet the above.

What you’ll do:

• Setting and delivering the strategy of the Data Design and Engineering team, identifying and delivering process improvements to ensure efficient and effective meeting of legislative obligations.
• The direct leadership and development of 11 employees
• Identifying, recording and prioritising all new UK Investigatory Powers CD and DR capability requirements, and owning and maintaining a clear delivery roadmap;
• Ownership of CD and DR system designs for obligatory platforms
• Ownership of the commercial and contractual relationships with relevant stakeholders (Home Office, suppliers, vendors) to meet UK Investigatory Powers Obligations
• Monitoring the development of new and existing BT products and services to ensure that relevant CD and DR technical obligations capability can be maintained.
• Ensuring high levels of data quality of all associated CD and liaising with source system owners to identify and resolve DQ issues.
• Providing technical leadership to assist GSS enterprise deliveries and the creation of value add opportunities

What you'll bring:

• Experience of system scoping, design and implementation based on sound system engineering principles.
• Experience in the review of legal/regulatory obligations and application of these obligations to business and technical requirements.
• Experience and knowledge of BT product portfolio.
• Experience of leading a team.

Due to the sensitive nature of this role you will be required to undergo DV (Developed Vetting) level Security Clearance ( https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels). The role is subject to you gaining and keeping the necessary level of security clearance needed to undertake your work. The result of the security clearance vetting is not subject to appeal. Failure to successfully achieve and maintain the necessary level of security clearance may see any offer of employment with BT cease or withdrawn or may cause a role change or possibly lead to termination of employment.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Diversity makes sense for us, for our customers and for our future. We value different perspectives, skills, and experiences, and encourage applications from all sections of the community. Our ambition focuses on recruiting and retaining people who are under-represented in our workforce. Including those from ethnic minority groups, disabled and neurodiverse people and women. However, diversity does not end there and anyone with different backgrounds, gender identities, sexual orientations, ethnicities, ages or stages of life, disabilities and those from low socio-economic backgrounds are welcomed and encouraged to apply. Find out more about BT’s D&I manifesto by searching on our website.

Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification and criteria. So, if you're excited about this role but your past-experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement, don’t worry – we’d still love you to apply!

What's in it for you:

• Discounted BT Broadband, TV & mobile packages, and BT products
• On target Bonus
• 10% pension contribution
• Professional development and paid for industry certifications/qualifications.
• Flexible benefits/rewards including dental insurance, healthcare, gym memberships etc.
• Well-being support for you and your family
• 3 days paid volunteering a year.
• Flexible and smart working (subject to business needs)