NHS Counter Fraud Authority
About the Company
The NHS Counter Fraud Authority (NHSCFA) is the organisation which has been tasked to lead the fight against fraud, bribery & corruption in the NHS.
We ask all staff, NHS suppliers and the public to be vigilant not only in the workplace but also at home, as Fraud is becoming a crime of choice by many criminals.
If you suspect a case of NHS Fraud we ask you remember this phrase;
Spot it
Report it
Together we stop it
Call our Crimestoppers powered number 0800 028 4060
Or use our online reporting tool cfa.nhs.uk/reportfraud
Or if employed by an NHS Trust or Body speak with your Local Counter Fraud Specialist (LCFS).
Listed Jobs
- Company Name
- NHS Counter Fraud Authority
- Job Title
- Data Acquisition Lead
- Job Description
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Job Summary
The NHS Counter Fraud Authority (NHSCFA) is the national body responsible for all matters relating to the prevention, detection and investigation of economic crime across the NHS. Further information about our work and annual plan for delivering this is available on our website.
The Data Acquisition Lead manages the timely acquisition and sourcing of data suitable for counter fraud analysis within the NHSCFA's analytical and data science function. The role necessitates developing a comprehensive understanding of the NHSCFA's data requirements and developing and enacting the basis in which they can be met through a) developing access to data within a sound governance framework and b) their incorporation and utilisation within developed data pipelines. Developing relationships, both within the NHSCFA and across our wider stakeholders, is central to this role in order to develop and formally agree dataflows with key partners and work collaboratively with the various disciplines within each portfolio of work being undertaken to support their implementation.
The post holder will be required to have a NPPV2.
This is a Fixed Term contract until 31st March 2026
Potential applicants can contact David Dixon at david.dixon@nhscfa.gov.uk for an informal chat if you have any questions regarding the role.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date should we receive a significant number of applications.
Interviews will be held on 24th March 2025
Main duties of the job
Lead, devise and deliver the acquisition of data sets required for counter fraud activities.
Develop and maintain a comprehensive data acquisition register that supports the data acquisition process through a problem centric approach.
Utilise expertise in data management, analytics and stakeholder engagement and management to facilitate and secure datasets and/or data pipeline partnerships across the NHS.
Actively work with project managers, functions and workstreams to define detailed and problem centric data requirements for delivery of the advanced analytical portfolio across the full range of the counter fraud remit within the NHS.
Work in partnership with the Enabling Support Programme Manager, Data Scientists, Data Science SME and domain specialists across the full the portfolio of work to submit requests for data, whilst ensuring they are both appropriate and fit for purpose.
About Us
We have offices based in Coventry, Newcastle and London and offer flexible, hybrid, office and home-based working. In addition to the advertised salary working in the London area will attract High-Cost Area Supplement where appropriate. The NHSCFA values and respects the diversity of its employees and aims to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities. We welcome applications irrespective of people's age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including an invitation to the first stage of the selection process and consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability. If you are applying to undertake this role on a secondment basis you should have agreement to being released from your current role in principle, prior to submitting an application form. When you apply for this role, you will be redirected to our recruitment system TRAC. The NHSCFA does not hold a sponsor licence in respect of skilled worker visas and so is unable to employ candidates requiring sponsorship.
Date posted
18 February 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£50,952 to £57,349 a year
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
11 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working
Reference number
076-CFA6968712
Job locations
7th Floor, HM Government Hub
10 South Colonnade, Canary Wharf
London
E14 4PU
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Develop and maintain the appropriate governance processes in support of the above, including (but not limited to) the development of Data Sharing Agreements, Memorandums of Understanding, Privacy Impacts Assessments etc.
Working with Data Engineers and to incorporate data transference, data pipelines and ETL procedures into the acquisition process.
Ensure timelines for data acquisition are managed and clear and are communicated to all internal and external stakeholders.
Manage systems and processes for monitoring progress against all data submission within this remit, including review of programme and performance milestone and benefits delivery, escalation of risks and issues and targeting of mitigating action.
Responsibilities
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see full Job Description and Person Specification.
Develop and maintain the appropriate governance processes in support of the above, including (but not limited to) the development of Data Sharing Agreements, Memorandums of Understanding, Privacy Impacts Assessments etc.
Working with Data Engineers and to incorporate data transference, data pipelines and ETL procedures into the acquisition process.
Ensure timelines for data acquisition are managed and clear and are communicated to all internal and external stakeholders.
Manage systems and processes for monitoring progress against all data submission within this remit, including review of programme and performance milestone and benefits delivery, escalation of risks and issues and targeting of mitigating action.
Please See Full Job Description And Person Specification.
Person Specification
Knowledge And Experience Essential
Advanced theoretical & practical knowledge of data analytics and machine learning, acquired through specialist training or experience in an appropriate field.
Knowledge of data, its use and application within NHS or other complex organisation
Demonstrable experience in ETL processes and developing data shares.
Stakeholder management and negotiation leading to securing digital and data assets for counter fraud purposes.
Recent and ongoing continuous professional and personal development action and activity
Experience of Data Engineering and determining appropriate and efficient data pipelines that clean, transform, and present granular and aggregated data from disparate sources
oDetailed knowledge of Data Protection, legislation and directions that support the provision of data for counter fraud purposes.
Relevant project, and performance management experience in a large and complex organisation
Experience of producing/delivering management reports and presentations on performance related issues - focussed programmes and portfolio work.
Developed knowledge of Analytics and Data Science
Knowledge of the appropriate governance and legislation regarding data sharing between parties.
Desirable
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London, United Kingdom
On site
10-03-2025
- Company Name
- NHS Counter Fraud Authority
- Job Title
- Information Security Specialist
- Job Description
-
Job Summary
The NHS Counter Fraud Authority is the national body responsible for all matters relating to the prevention, detection and investigation of economic crime across the NHS. Further information about our work and annual plan for delivering this is available on our website.
Our team are embarking on a piece of work to monitor data to identify and respond to patterns indicative of potential fraud. This will support our current work that reduces the likelihood of fraud occurring. We will bring in data science capabilities to be deployed in counter fraud activity and work closely with partners across health and government to further maximise the preventative impact of proactive counter fraud analysis. We will combine this with our range of counter fraud and domain expertise to maximise our impact using your knowledge experience and passion for your chosen field.
We are excited to offer an opportunity for an enthusiastic skilled experienced Information Security Specialist to join our team. In this pivotal role you will collaborate with existing security specialists to provide an assured and compliant secure technology environment. The role requires that the post holder be eligible for or already hold UK National Security vetting to SC level. Fixed Term contract until 31st March 2026.
Potential applicants can contact Simon Clark at simon.clark@nhscfa.gov.uk for an informal chat if you have any questions regarding the role. Interviews will be held w/c 24.3.25
Main duties of the job
Manage, maintain and improve Information Security governance, risk and compliance within the NHSCFA.
Manage the NHSCFA ISO27001 programme, maintaining continuous certification to the Standard.
Manage the NHS DSPT compliance programme.
Contribute to accreditation to UK Government Public Services Network (PSN) requirements.
Maintain constant awareness of changes in compliance requirements including updates to ISO standards, PSN and the NHS DSPT.
Manage Information Security audit programs for ISO27001 and other compliance regimes including remediation of audit findings.
About Us
We have offices based in Coventry, Newcastle and London and offer flexible, hybrid, office and home-based working. In addition to the advertised salary working in the London area will attract High-Cost Area Supplement where appropriate. The NHSCFA values and respects the diversity of its employees and aims to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities. We welcome applications irrespective of people's age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including an invitation to the first stage of the selection process and consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability. If you are applying to undertake this role on a secondment basis you should have agreement to being released from your current role in principle, prior to submitting an application form. When you apply for this role, you will be redirected to our recruitment system TRAC. The NHSCFA does not hold a sponsor licence in respect of skilled worker visas and so is unable to employ candidates requiring sponsorship.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date should we receive a significant number of applications.
Date posted
21 February 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£46,148 to £52,809 a year
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Home or remote working
Reference number
076-CFA7014041
Job locations
7th Floor, HM Government Hub
10 South Colonnade, Canary Wharf
London
E14 4PU
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Manage the NHSCFA Cyber Risk Management process, producing comprehensive Risk Documentation in accordance with the National Cyber Security Centre best practice.
Assess the effectiveness of Security Controls by conducting reviews, internal audits and spot-checks of ICT Security Infrastructure elements including, but not limited to: firewall, IDS/IPS, anti-malware, web and email filtering, MDM, SIEM, patch and vulnerability management.
Support the ICT Security Incident Management Process, reviewing security incidents, weaknesses and malfunctions relating to the NHSCFAs systems, taking appropriate remedial action.
Produce reports for Information security risk and compliance including KPIs and standards where applicable.
Responsibilities
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see full Job Description and Person Specification
Manage the NHSCFA Cyber Risk Management process, producing comprehensive Risk Documentation in accordance with the National Cyber Security Centre best practice.
Assess the effectiveness of Security Controls by conducting reviews, internal audits and spot-checks of ICT Security Infrastructure elements including, but not limited to: firewall, IDS/IPS, anti-malware, web and email filtering, MDM, SIEM, patch and vulnerability management.
Support the ICT Security Incident Management Process, reviewing security incidents, weaknesses and malfunctions relating to the NHSCFAs systems, taking appropriate remedial action.
Produce reports for Information security risk and compliance including KPIs and standards where applicable.
Please See Full Job Description And Person Specification
Person Specification
Specialist Knowledge Essential
Experience of implementation and management of security technologies including: firewall, WAF, anti-malware, IDS/IPS, web filtering, email filtering, SIEM, patch management, MDM, DLP
Demonstrate extensive knowledge of Information Security and assurance in the following areas:
Cloud security (AWS, Azure, SaaS cloud applications)
Virtualisation oISO27001
Risk Management Process
Security Monitoring and auditing
Database security
Production of IT security reports/MI for relevant parties
Security due diligence and security assurance reviews of 3rd party suppliers
Working with a combination of outsourced and in-house IT provision
Desirable
Experience and knowledge of some of the following:
ICT application security architecture and design
Software security architecture
Digital Forensics
Public Services Network (PSN) and NHS HSCN
Penetration Testing
Network (LAN/WAN) security
Experience of designing IT security mitigation measures to meet information security work-based assessments
Knowledge and Experience Essential
Detailed technical knowledge across a diverse range of areas including web technologies, applications and services, information systems and cloud infrastructure, and managed service architectures.
Experience of developing, implementing and maintaining ISO27001 certification.
Experience of designing and recommending appropriate controls to enable the achievement of IT security and wider business goals.
Experience of ev...
London, United Kingdom
On site
10-03-2025
- Company Name
- NHS Counter Fraud Authority
- Job Title
- Project Manager
- Job Description
-
Job Summary
The NHS Counter Fraud Authority is the national body responsible for all matters relating to the prevention, detection and investigation of economic crime across the NHS. Further information about our work and annual plan for delivering this is available on our website.
As a Project Manager for NHSCFA, there will be many opportunities for you to lead and influence different types of projects. If you are a Project Manager that is methodical with documentation, flexible in their approach and, adaptable to change and you are passionate about stakeholder engagement, this is the role and team for you.
Our new team are embarking on a piece of work to monitor data to identify and respond to patterns indicative of potential fraud. This will support our current work that reduces the likelihood of fraud occurring. We will bring in data science capabilities to be deployed in counter fraud activity and work closely with partners across health and government to further maximise the preventative impact of proactive counter fraud analysis.
Please contact Joanne Cleeve at joanne.cleeve@nhscfa.gov.uk for an informal chat if you have any questions regarding the role.Pre-screening telephone calls will take place prior to interview as part of the selection process. If selected and applicant chooses not to attend pre-screening, they would not proceed to interview.Interviews will be face to face on 24th April in London and 25th April in Newcastle. Previous applicants need not apply.
Main duties of the job
The Project Manager within NHSCFA has responsibility for the development and delivery of projects assigned to them, they will work across NHS CFA to ensure the lifecycle of multiple projects are documented, managed and supports delivery of NHS CFA strategy and business plan objectives. You will deliver various projects allocated by the Programme Manager and work collaboratively with all members of the operational and support teams within the organisation. This is a great opportunity for an experienced project manager to work in a very dynamic and varied environment using all your knowledge, skills and experience. If evidence of plagiarism is found, including presenting ideas and experience of others, or generated by artificial intelligence as your own, we reserve the right to reject your application.
Deliver against the NHSCFA project and programme strategy. Manage systems and processes for monitoring, review of programme and project delivery, escalation of delivery concerns and targeting of action to improve delivery in key areas of activity. Ensure organisation projects are deliverable, timescales, benefits and KPIs are well defined to support ongoing monitoring to drive successful achievement. Delivery of multiple project streams. Manage systems and processes for monitoring, review of projects and associated performance milestone and benefits delivery, escalation of risks and issues and targeting of mitigating action.
About Us
We have offices based in Coventry, Newcastle and London and offer flexible, hybrid, office and home-based working. In addition to the advertised salary working in the London area will attract High-Cost Area Supplement where appropriate. The NHSCFA values and respects the diversity of its employees and aims to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities. We welcome applications irrespective of people's age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including an invitation to the first stage of the selection process and consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability. If you are applying to undertake this role on a secondment basis you should have agreement to being released from your current role in principle, prior to submitting an application form. When you apply for this role, you will be redirected to our recruitment system TRAC. The NHSCFA does not hold a sponsor licence in respect of skilled worker visas and so is unable to employ candidates requiring sponsorship.
Date posted
17 March 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£46,148 to £52,809 a year
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
7 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working
Reference number
076-CFA244-E
Job locations
NHSCFA,
Citygate, Gallowgate,
Newcastle upon Tyne.
NE1 4WH
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Preparing detailed analysis of highly complex information held on current and projected delivery and performance issues that may impact success. Develop and Inform reports to the NHS CFA Management Groups, SROs, Board and relevant Committees as required.
Negotiates with and motivates project delivery, including linking in with other initiatives. Communicates sensitive information about project performance delivering complex formal presentations to large groups. Ensuring effective processes for monitoring and review of programmes and projects through NHSCFA Management Groups and Board Committees. Organising workstream and project meetings ensuring delivery with active monitoring, creating agendas, ensuring minutes and actions are documented to ensure delivery and progress is accounted for. Leading and supporting a culture of robust and consistent project management at all levels in the NHSCFA. Working with managers to ensure projects are resourced appropriately to embed success. Management of multiple projects with differing timescales/objectives
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date should we receive a significant number of applications.
Responsibilities
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see full Job Description and Person Specification
Preparing detailed analysis of highly complex information held on current and projected delivery and performance issues that may impact success. Develop and Inform reports to the NHS CFA Management Groups, SROs, Board and relevant Committees as required.
Negotiates with and motivates project delivery, including linking in with other initiatives. Communicates sensitive information about project performance delivering complex formal presentations to large groups. Ensuring effective processes for monitoring and review of programmes and projects through NHSCFA Management Groups and Board Committees. Organising workstream and project meetings ensuring delivery with active monitoring, creating agendas, ensuring minutes and actions are documented to ensure delivery and progress is accounted for. Leading and supporting a culture of robust and consistent project management at all levels in the NHSCFA. Working with managers to ensure projects are resourced appropriately to embed success. Management of multiple projects with differing timescales/objectives
We reserve the right t...
Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom
On site
19-03-2025
- Company Name
- NHS Counter Fraud Authority
- Job Title
- Data Analyst
- Job Description
-
Job Summary
The NHS Counter Fraud Authority is the national body responsible for all matters relating to the prevention, detection and investigation of economic crime across the NHS. Further information about our work and annual plan for delivering this is available on our website.
Our new team are embarking on a piece of work to monitor data to identify and respond to patterns indicative of potential fraud. This will support our current work that reduces the likelihood of fraud occurring. We will bring in data science capabilities to be deployed in counter fraud activity and work closely with partners across health and government to further maximise the preventative impact of proactive counter fraud analysis. We will combine this with our range of counter fraud and domain expertise to maximise our impact using your knowledge, experience, and passion for your chosen field.
This role offers a unique opportunity to use data analysis to detect and prevent fraud within the NHS, directly impacting patient care and public funds. You'll work with advanced analytics tools like Python, R, SQL, and Alteryx to uncover hidden patterns and anomalies. Join a collaborative team where your insights drive real-world action against financial crime.
Potential applicants can contact Santosh Kumar at santosh.kumar@nhscfa.gov.uk for an informal chat if you have any questions regarding the role.
Main duties of the job
The role of the data analyst plays a key role within the programme of work, providing a comprehensive data and information expertise to the team in support the work undertaken together within the data science and respond team. The successful candidate will liaise with internal and external stakeholders to examine anomalies and patterns within data which could be indicative of fraud, being responsible for delivery of their workstream, including collating data, defining, and developing methodologies and producing actionable insight across several areas of concern.
The post holder will be required to have a NPPV2.
About Us
We have offices based in Coventry, Newcastle and London and offer flexible, hybrid, office and home-based working. In addition to the advertised salary working in the London area will attract High-Cost Area Supplement where appropriate. The NHSCFA values and respects the diversity of its employees and aims to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities. We welcome applications irrespective of people's age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including an invitation to the first stage of the selection process and consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability. If you are applying to undertake this role on a secondment basis you should have agreement to being released from your current role in principle, prior to submitting an application form. When you apply for this role, you will be redirected to our recruitment system TRAC. The NHSCFA does not hold a sponsor licence in respect of skilled worker visas and so is unable to employ candidates requiring sponsorship.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date should we receive a significant number of applications.
Date posted
28 March 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£29,970 to £36,483 a year
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Home or remote working
Reference number
TEMP_500
Job locations
7th Floor, HM Government Hub
10 South Colonnade, Canary Wharf
London
E14 4PU
Job Description
Job responsibilities
To work as part of the programme of work and provide support in delivering NHS CFAs objectives.
Providing an analytical service to all parts of the organisation by analysing data, interpreting, and reporting on the results.
Undertaking complex statistical analyses requiring accuracy, attention to detail and frequent, prolonged periods of concentration.
Communicating analytical and statistical matters to non-analytical/statistical professionals, offering advice and persuasion on statistical techniques.
Dealing with statistical and analytical queries, assessing whether analyses are robust e.g., investigating data anomalies identified during analyses.
Establishing deadlines and provide on-going communication of progress to keep projects on track and on time.
Responsibilities
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see full Job Description and Person Specification
To work as part of the programme of work and provide support in delivering NHS CFAs objectives.
Providing an analytical service to all parts of the organisation by analysing data, interpreting, and reporting on the results.
Undertaking complex statistical analyses requiring accuracy, attention to detail and frequent, prolonged periods of concentration.
Communicating analytical and statistical matters to non-analytical/statistical professionals, offering advice and persuasion on statistical techniques.
Dealing with statistical and analytical queries, assessing whether analyses are robust e.g., investigating data anomalies identified during analyses.
Establishing deadlines and provide on-going communication of progress to keep projects on track and on time.
Please See Full Job Description And Person Specification
Person Specification
Knowledge And Experience Essential
Significant experience of using a range of statistical, numerical, and analytical techniques to analyse data and ability to work with:
NHS Specific Data.
Structured and unstructured data.
Dynamic ETL processes and scripts.
Raw data to transform into useful formats specific to a business problem.
Key transactional organisation data sets to produce products that support Performance Management Reporting and statistical insights at all levels.
Key transactional organisation data sets to produce external benchmarking products.
Appropriate mediums to visualise data to show compelling actionable products for internal and external stakeholders.
Demonstrable experience in managing deadlines and prioritising workloads.
Desirable
Significant experience of using a range of statistical, numerical, and analytical techniques to analyse data and ability to work with:
NHS Specific Data.
Structured and unstructured data.
Dynamic ETL processes and scripts.
Raw data to transform into useful formats specific to a business problem.
Key transactional organisation data sets to produce products that support Performance Management Reporting and statistical insights at all levels.
Key transactional organisation data sets to produce external benchmarking products.
Appropriate mediums to visualise data to show compelling actionable products for internal and external stakeholders.
Demonstrable experience in managing deadlines...
London, United Kingdom
On site
30-03-2025