Cyber Risk Specialist

Cadent; Coventry; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy provider in the UK is seeking a Cyber Risk Specialist to mitigate cyber risks and strengthen its security framework. The successful candidate will support the development of risk frameworks, conduct assurance assessments, and directly influence the company's management of cyber threats. This role offers significant professional growth opportunities within a collaborative environment focused on innovation and sustainability, making a real difference for millions of customers.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Pension Scheme double matched up to 18%

25 days holiday plus options

Extra day off for special moments

Career development with funded learning

Flexible working options

Generous family policies

Retail discounts and gym access

Qualifications

• Experience in cyber risk management and information security roles.
• Familiarity with IT infrastructure and systems architecture.
• Knowledge of risk frameworks such as ISO27001 and NIST RMF.

Responsibilities

• Identify, assess, and mitigate cyber risks across the IT estate.
• Support development of risk frameworks and conduct assurance assessments.
• Provide actionable insights to strengthen cyber posture.

Skills

Cyber risk management

Information security

Strong communication skills

Cloud security

Familiarity with risk frameworks

Education

Relevant certifications (Security+, CySA+, CISM, CISSP, CRISC, Microsoft)

Job description

Assess threats. Strengthen resilience. Lead cyber assurance.

As our Cyber Risk Specialist, you'll play a key role in identifying, assessing, and mitigating cyber risks across Cadent's IT estate. You'll support the development of risk frameworks, conduct assurance assessments, and provide actionable insights to strengthen our cyber posture. This is a hands‑on role that blends technical understanding with strategic oversight, offering exposure to critical national infrastructure and the opportunity to influence how Cadent manages cyber threats and compliance.

Why you will love this role:

• Strategic Impact – Shape cyber risk frameworks and influence decision‑making.
• Operational Assurance – Conduct assessments and support incident investigations.
• Collaborative Culture – Work across risk, security, and procurement teams.
• Continuous Improvement – Champion knowledge sharing and process enhancement.
• Professional Growth – Develop your skills in a fast‑paced, high‑responsibility environment.

What you will bring:

• Relevant certifications (e.g. Security+, CySA+, CISM, CISSP, CRISC, Microsoft).
• Experience in cyber risk management and information security roles.
• Familiarity with IT infrastructure, cloud security, and systems architecture.
• Knowledge of risk frameworks such as ISO27001 and NIST RMF.
• Strong communication and reporting skills.
• Integrity and confidence when engaging senior stakeholders.

At Cadent, we're thrilled to be part of the future of UK energy!

We have a clear roadmap to drive our performance to the forefront of our industry and support the UK government in achieving its net zero targets by 2050.

We're making a difference through innovation and new ways of working. Together, we're shaping a cleaner, greener future for our 11 million customers, whom we put at the heart of everything we do.

What's In It for You

Here at Cadent, we recognise that our people are truly unsung heroes. Quietly confident, delivering every day – that's why we're committed to supporting our people to get the best out of themselves. For this role, we offer:

• Annual bonus
• Pension Scheme double matched up to a total of 18% of salary
• 25 days holiday, plus statutory days, and an option to buy more
• An extra day off each year to celebrate life's special moments
• Career development with funded learning options
• Flexible working and strong ED&I commitments
• Generous family policies and flexible benefits
• Retail discounts, gym access, and more

We support a healthy work‑life balance and are open to flexible working options.

Diversity and Inclusion

Don't meet every requirement? No problem! If you're excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification mentioned, we would still love for you to submit your application – you may just be the right person for this role or other opportunities at Cadent.

We value diversity and are committed to being an equitable employer. Our employee communities – Women in Cadent, Pride at Work (LGBTQ+), Embrace (ethnicity and religion), Thrive! (disability), the Cadent Military Community, the Grief Awareness Community, and the Men's Engagement Network (MEN) – can't wait to welcome you!

What's next?

To be considered for this role, please submit your application with an up‑to‑date CV and our Talent Acquisition team will get in touch soon. To learn more about Cadent, visit our website at Home – Cadent Gas Ltd.

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