# Cyber Security Lead## Job Introduction**Cyber Security Lead – Hamilton, Glasgow or Stonehouse, Gloucester**Join a leading utilities company that champions innovation and service excellence. At Last Mile, we’re proud to deliver high-quality solutions across the multi-utility sector, and our IT team is expanding. We’re now looking for a talented Cyber Security Lead to play a pivotal role in strengthening our digital resilience.As a Cyber Security Lead, reporting into the Director, Technology and Data, you’ll lead and develop a team of security professionals, oversee the delivery and ongoing management of our security infrastructure, and act as the go-to technical expert in threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management. We’re looking for someone with strong leadership skills, a deep knowledge of the cyber security landscape, and a real passion for safeguarding digital assets.Here at Last Mile, we pride ourselves in providing a great range of benefits including a fantastic amount of annual leave, including a Christmas shut down.* 25 days holiday, increasing after 2 years by 1 day each year up to 30 days, plus 9 public holidays* Holiday buy scheme* Discretionary bonus* EV and ULEV salary sacrifice scheme (subject to minimum length of service)* Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme* Up to 7% employer pension contribution* Life assurance (x4 annual basic salary)* Refer a friend incentive* Stream – Financial wellbeing platform* Employee assistance programme* Car allowance* Hybrid working\** Flexible start and finish times for eligible roles\** Private medical insurance\** Company sick pay\**\*Some of our benefits are only applicable when you have successfully completed your probation period\****Your responsibilities as a Cyber Security Lead:*** Mentor and support colleagues across Technology and Data, helping to build strong cyber security awareness.* Oversee day-to-day security operations, using tools like MDR, SIEM, endpoint protection, and firewalls to keep us protected.* Lead incident response, creating and maintaining playbooks and ensuring quick, effective action during any breaches.* Stay ahead of threats by managing vulnerabilities, coordinating penetration tests, applying patches, and analysing threat intelligence.* Shape our security architecture and ensure compliance with policies, regulations, and industry standards.* Report on our security posture and drive a “security first” culture through training, awareness, and clear communication.**Experience / Knowledge:*** 5+ years of experience in a hands-on cyber security role, with a proven track record of leading and mentoring a team.* Extensive experience with security technologies such as SIEM, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and vulnerability scanning tools.* In-depth knowledge of incident response procedures, threat hunting, and forensic investigation techniques.* Strong understanding of networking protocols, operating systems, and cloud security principles.**Qualifications*** Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field. **Apply now!*****We aim to keep candidates informed throughout the process and encourage you to apply promptly as we may close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.*** Last Mile is one of the largest last-mile multi-utility businesses in the UK. We understand construction and we know utilities. We take responsibility for the ‘last mile’ of infrastructure that connects developments to wider distribution networks. Our strong history in gas and electricity connections, deep knowledge of the industry and secure investor backing means we can provide a comprehensive multi-utility solution that includes clean (ground source) heat networks, electricity, water and wastewater. Working through our operating companies (in South of England and Wales), (in Scotland, North Wales and the North of England) and our asset adoption business, we offer a ‘one-stop shop’ for new utility connections. We’re proud to be both a certified business and a Living Wage Employer, reflecting our commitment to supporting and valuing our people.For further enquiries, contact recruitment@lastmile-group.com or visit our website at *At Last Mile, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We consider all applications solely on the basis of skills and experience and actively encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.*The following content contains a map of the job location - Scotland, United Kingdom.| OpenStreetMap contributors### Cyber Security Lead* **Salary** Up to £65,000 DOE* **Frequency** Annual* **Job Reference** V0053* **Contract Type** Permanent - Full Time* **Closing Date** 23 November, 2025* **Job Category** IT* **Company** Fenick House (Hamilton)* **Location** Scotland, United Kingdom* **Posted on** 10 October, 2025
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