Cyber Risk Specialist

Hays Technology

Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom

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£490 – £525 pd

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£490 – £525 pd

Job Type: Contract
Work Location: Hybrid
Seniority: Mid
Education: Degree
Posted: 11 May 2026 (Today)

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£490 – £525 pd

Job Type: Contract
Work Location: Hybrid
Seniority: Mid
Education: Degree
Posted: 11 May 2026 (Today)

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Cyber Risk Specialist

Ipswich or London

Hybrid - 3 days per week in office / 2 from home

Up to £525 per day

Inside IR35

Until February 2027

I'm currently working with a renowned UK organisation in the search for a cyber risk and compliance specialist.

Skills & Experience required

Strong knowledge of risk management and compliance frameworks

Experience in control assurance, monitoring, testing, or audit support

Understanding of cybersecurity risk and vulnerability management

Ability to operate in complex environments and prioritise competing risks

Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing capability

Confidence translating technical or regulatory issues into business‑focused risk

Clear communication skills and structured reporting experienceDuties

Looking after a business unit's risk register - management and maintenance

Supporting with new infosec risks and closing them through with the units

Supporting with broader business risks, cyber risks, and supply chain risks

Tracking and reviewing cyber vulnerabilities

Completing risk assessments in alignment with typical security frameworks (ISO27001, NIST, CAF etc).

If the role is of interest, respond with your latest CV and I will contact suitable applicants in due course.

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