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People Administrator

The People Administrator will support the day-to-day operations of the People Operations team, handling HR queries, managing employee data, and ensuring a smooth employee lifecycle. This hybrid role offers hands-on experience in a global cybersecurity company, with a focus on data accuracy and compliance.

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Darktrace

Cambridge, CB2 3BJ, United Kingdom

Hybrid Contract

FP&A Manager

The FP&A Manager will play a crucial role in supporting the global FP&A and Commercial Finance team, focusing on financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis. You will work closely with the Global Growth teams to provide commercial insights and pricing support, driving process improvements and policy initiatives.

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Entrust

London, United Kingdom

Remote Permanent

Sr. Security Researcher II, Persona Ops

This role involves tracking and collecting information on Russian-language eCrime actors, tools, and techniques, particularly from the deep and dark web. The Senior Security Researcher will create detailed reports and collaborate with teams to produce threat intelligence, requiring strong OSINT skills and a deep understanding of Russian eCrime.

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CrowdStrike

Bigton, Alba / Scotland, ZE2 9GA, United Kingdom

£600 – £700 pd Hybrid Contract Flexible Clearance Required

SOC Lead

The SOC Lead role involves leading advanced threat detection, proactive threat hunting, and complex security investigations. Responsibilities include developing threat hunting playbooks, conducting deep-dive investigations, and mentoring SOC analysts. The role requires a strong technical background in security operations and incident response, with a focus on improving SOC capabilities and collaborating with various teams.

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Experis

Bath, Somerset, TA7 8PH, United Kingdom

£35,000 pa Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

SOC Analyst

As a SOC Analyst, you will actively monitor, investigate, and respond to security threats in a fast-paced environment, focusing on Microsoft Defender XDR and Sentinel. You'll work closely with senior analysts and engineers to improve detection capabilities, support customer onboarding, and participate in an on-call rota.

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Langham Recruitment

Manchester, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Data Privacy Consultant

One of the most exciting prospects in the UK cyber security sector today, Bridewell is a leading cyber security services company specialising in protecting and transforming critical business functions for some of the world’s most...

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Bridewell

London, United Kingdom

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Where to Advertise Cyber Security Jobs in the UK (2026 Guide)

Advertising cyber security jobs in the UK requires a different approach to most technical hiring. The candidate pool is small, heavily vetted and in high demand across government, financial services, critical national infrastructure and the private sector simultaneously. Many of the strongest candidates hold active security clearances, are not actively job-searching through general platforms, and move primarily through specialist networks and trusted referrals. General job boards reach a broad audience but lack the specificity that security professionals expect. Specialist platforms, government-affiliated channels and cleared candidate networks each serve a different part of the market. This guide, published by CybersecurityJobs.tech, covers where to advertise cyber security roles in the UK in 2026, how the main platforms compare, what employers should expect to pay, and what the data says about hiring across different role types.

Cyber Security Jobs UK 2026: What to Expect Over the Next 3 Years

Cyber security is one of the few sectors where demand for talent has never once dipped. Every major technological shift of the past decade — cloud migration, remote working, AI adoption, the proliferation of connected devices — has expanded the attack surface that security professionals are expected to defend. And every expansion of that attack surface has generated more jobs. But the cyber security jobs market of 2026 is not simply a larger version of what it was three years ago. It is a structurally different market. The threats have evolved, the technologies used to combat them have changed, the regulatory environment has tightened considerably, and the roles being created reflect all of that. A job seeker who understands only the cyber security landscape of 2023 is already working with an outdated map. The candidates who will thrive over the next three years are those who understand where the sector is heading — which specialisms are attracting the most investment, which technologies are reshaping defensive and offensive security practice, and how the definition of a cyber security professional is broadening well beyond the traditional image of a network defender in a SOC. This article breaks down what the UK cyber security jobs market is likely to look like through to 2028 — covering the titles emerging right now, the technologies driving employer demand, the skills that will matter most, and how to position your career ahead of the curve.

Penetration Tester Jobs in the UK: What Employers Actually Want in 2026

The demand for skilled professionals in cyber security has never been higher, and penetration testers sit at the very heart of this rapidly evolving industry. As organisations across the UK continue to digitise their operations, protect sensitive data, and defend against increasingly sophisticated threats, the need for ethical hackers has grown dramatically. If you are considering a career in this field—or looking to advance within it—it is essential to understand what employers are really looking for in 2026. This guide breaks down the current expectations, required skills, certifications, and practical experience that can help you stand out in a competitive job market.

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