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Cyber Security Specialist**

Location: London/Hybrid (2 days in office)

Rate: A highly competitive salary is available for suitable candidates

Role Profile

As a Cyber Security Specialist, you will be the go-to Subject Matter Expert (SME) for various projects, offering your insights and recommendations to enhance our security posture. With a strong technical background, you will work independently while leveraging the support of a tight-knit team. Your primary focus will be on providing expert advice and guidance on security solutions, particularly in cloud environments, especially Azure.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide expert security advice and guidance on a range of projects.
Act as the security SME, ensuring security considerations are integrated into project plans and deliverables.
Collaborate with project teams to identify and mitigate security risks effectively.
Conduct comprehensive security assessments and reviews of systems, applications, and processes.
Identify vulnerabilities and recommend appropriate security measures.
Ensure compliance with security policies, standards, and regulations, contributing to the ongoing maturity of organisational security.
Promote security awareness across the organisation.
Develop and deliver engaging security training and awareness programmes.
Stay current with the latest security trends, threats, and technologies.
Advise on securing cloud-based solutions, focusing on Azure security tooling (e.g., configuring Azure Policy).
Provide guidance on best practises for cloud security architecture and design.
Assist in the development and implementation of cloud security policies and procedures.

Skills & Experience:

Strong understanding of information and cyber security principles and practises.
Experience with security assessment and risk management methodologies.
Proficiency in cloud security, particularly with Azure security tools and services.
Familiarity with security standards and frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, CIS).
Knowledge of security technologies such as firewalls and web proxies; experience with ZTNA, CTI, and threat modelling is beneficial.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Capacity to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
Proactive and self-motivated with a keen attention to detail.
Ability to align security outcomes with business objectives.
Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field, or relevant industry experience.

Candidates will need to show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered.

If you feel you have the skills and experience and want to hear more about this role 'apply now' to declare your interest in this opportunity with our client. Your application will be observed by our dedicated team.

We will respond to all successful applicants ASAP however, please be advised that we will always look to contact you further from this time should we need further applicants or if other opportunities arise relevant to your skillset.

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As part of our standard hiring process to manage risk, please note background screening checks will be conducted on all hires before commencing employment

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