University of Strathclyde

Compensation and Terms Salary range: £33002 - £36636 FTE: 1.0 (35 hours/week) Term: Fixed Term (36 Months) Closing date: 5 June 2026 No Agencies Please DIRECT APPLICATIONS - NO AGENCIES PLEASE Role Overview As part of the newly launched 3 year Cyber Improvement Programme, an exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Cybersecurity Team as a Cybersecurity Analyst at the University of Strathclyde. This is a three year fixed term position that offers the chance to contribute directly to a major transformation in the University's cyber resilience. As an enthusiastic and forward thinking individual, you will play a key role in strengthening the University's cybersecurity capabilities and supporting the successful delivery of this strategic programme. Responsibilities The Cybersecurity Analyst will work closely with the University's Security Operations Centre (SOC) and internal IT teams to monitor, investigate, and respond to security alerts and incidents. You will follow established processes and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure that incidents are managed effectively and in accordance with university policy. The role also involves contributing to cyber risk assessments, asset management activities, and developing wider improvement projects that enhance the University's information security posture. Essential Experience Experience analysing and responding to IT security alerts or incidents. Experience working within a structured process or following defined SOPs in a large or complex organisation. Practical experience collaborating with a Security Operations Centre (SOC), service desk, or similar function. Understanding of common cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and the measures used to mitigate them. Knowledge of endpoint protection, identity management, and basic network security concepts. Exposure to vulnerability management, SIEM/SOC technologies, Microsoft security technologies (e.g. Defender) or incident reporting systems. Familiarity with Cyber Essentials or other recognised security frameworks. Security certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CompTIA CySA+, etc. will be looked upon favourably. Benefits In return, you will receive 'on the job' training, a generous holiday package and be eligible to subscribe to a variety of schemes associated with being an employee of the University including: generous employer contributions to your pension; a world class Sport Centre; family friendly policies; and various additional incentives including a Cycle Scheme. The University also has on site childcare and parking for which you can apply. Sponsorship & Work Status All successful candidates must be willing to be located in the UK. Sponsorship and Skilled Worker Visa: Please note the vacancy for this role does not meet the requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. Candidates are welcome to apply if they have an alternative right to work for this role. Contact For informal enquiries, please contact Andy Laszlo, Cybersecurity Manager at Department: Information Services (including IT)

The University of Strathclyde is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst to join their Cybersecurity Team. This position is part of a 3-year Cyber Improvement Programme aimed at enhancing the university's cyber resilience. The successful candidate will monitor security alerts, manage incidents, and contribute to cyber risk assessments. Essential experience includes responding to IT security incidents and familiarity with security frameworks. In return, the role offers 'on-the-job' training, a generous holiday package, and access to various employee schemes.

The University of Strathclyde in Glasgow is seeking a Research Fellow in Neurotechnology to lead innovative projects in systems neuroscience. Candidates must hold a PhD in a relevant field and show a strong publication record. Responsibilities include supervising early career researchers, developing research proposals, and engaging in multidisciplinary research. This fixed-term position offers a salary of £47,389. For informal inquiries, contact Professor Shuzo Sakata at .

Rodeki Research Fellow in Neurotechnology (802021) Salary: 47,389.00 (limited due to funding) FTE: 1 (35 hours/week) Term: Fixed (until 30/04/2031) This particular position is for one of the Research Fellows that will be made in the Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences (SIPBS). For the appointment in SIPBS, the Research Fellow is expected to lead world leading, innovative research projects in the context of systems neuroscience and neurotechnology working closely with Prof Sakata and other members at the centre. The Research Fellow is expected to engage in collaborative, multidisciplinary research, establishing a distinctive research programme and publishing results through high impact journal publications. The Research Fellow is also expected to apply as a Project Lead or Co Lead to external bodies to generate research incomes. The Research Fellow is also expected to supervise other ECRs including PhD students and to develop high level management and mentoring skills. To be considered for the role, you will be educated to a minimum of PhD level in an appropriate discipline or have significant relevant experience in addition to a relevant degree. You will have research interests consistent with the strategic direction of the Centre/Department, a body of published research in high quality publications demonstrating standards of excellence, and an ability to develop research proposals and to attract funding and research students, as appropriate to the discipline, including experience of contributing to grant applications. You will have an ability to plan and organise research programmes, to ensure successful completion and you will have experience of planning and organising workloads, including the ability to supervise and delegate work. You will have some experience of teaching at undergraduate and/or postgraduate levels, an ability to work within a team environment and to lead teams and excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to listen, engage and persuade, and to present complex information in an accessible way to a range of audiences. For informal enquiries, please contact Professor Shuzo Sakata (). Department: Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences

The University of Strathclyde seeks a Senior Cybersecurity Risk and Assurance Lead to engage with stakeholders and provide strategic guidance on cybersecurity risks. This role requires a strong background in risk, governance, and assurance along with technical knowledge of IT infrastructure including Microsoft 365 services. The ideal candidate will possess excellent analytical and communication skills to foster a culture of shared responsibility for cyber risk across the university's federated environment.

Senior Cybersecurity Risk and Assurance Lead (813527) FTE: 1.0 (35 hours per week) Term: Open This role is suited to an experienced cybersecurity professional with a background in risk, governance, and assurance. You will be confident engaging with stakeholders at all levels, capable of providing constructive challenge, and able to translate complex technical risks into clear business impact. You will have a sound understanding of enterprise technologies and IT infrastructure, enabling you to assess how controls operate in practice across areas such as servers, endpoints, identity, and cloud services including Microsoft 365, Defender, and Entra ID. This technical grounding will allow you to provide informed challenge, credible advice, and pragmatic recommendations to IT teams across the University. We are looking for someone who combines strong analytical capability with excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach. You will be comfortable operating in a federated environment, working with diverse stakeholders to embed a culture of shared responsibility for cyber risk, while maintaining the independence and objectivity that effective assurance demands. Department: Information Services (including IT)

The University of Strathclyde is seeking a Research Associate in Aircraft-Based Power Electronics and Power Systems Design in Glasgow. This role focuses on hardware prototyping for innovative power electronic systems applicable to future aerospace platforms. The ideal candidate should have a PhD in a related field or significant relevant experience, with expertise in design and simulation of power systems. Benefits include access to cutting-edge research facilities, staff development opportunities, and collaboration in a reputed team of electrical power engineering.