Base pay range
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Location: Guildford - Hybrid
Employment Type: 12 month contract
About the Role
We’re seeking a proactive Cybersecurity Specialist to safeguard company data, infrastructure, and services by ensuring adherence to security best practices and maintaining critical accreditations (e.g., ISO 27001). You’ll collaborate with IT and business teams to embed security into workflows, manage risks, and respond to incidents—all while driving continuous improvement in our systems.
Key Responsibilities
* SIEM Management: Monitor and optimize Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools like Splunk.
* Firewall & Proxy Audits: Review configurations and coordinate changes with infrastructure teams.
* Incident Response: Act as part of the Cyber Security Incident Response Team (CSIRT) to address threats.
* Compliance: Ensure alignment with ISO 27001, and other security standards.
* Risk Management: Maintain risk frameworks and produce assurance documentation.
* Secure by Design: Partner with project teams to integrate security requirements early in development.
* Threat Intelligence: Research emerging threats and mitigation strategies.
* Testing & Audits: Oversee penetration tests and security audits.
* Policy Development: Keep security policies and staff training programs up to date.
Requirements
* Degree in Computing or related field.
* Proven experience in cybersecurity, SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk), and ISO 27001 compliance.
* Knowledge of Microsoft OS, cloud security (Azure/AWS), and risk management.
* Strong communication skills to engage stakeholders at all levels.
* Certifications like MCSE, CCNA, or Splunk ES expertise.
* Experience with Secure by Design principles and staff security training.
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