Cyber Security Advisor

Henderson Scott; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Cyber Security Specialist for a 12-month contract in Glasgow with some UK travel. The role involves protecting critical infrastructure, guiding security solutions, and ensuring compliance with frameworks like NIST and ISO. Candidates should have experience in cyber security analysis and active DV clearance is preferred.

Qualifications

• Background in cyber security analysis, risk assessment, and security control evaluation.
• Ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong analytical skills in written communication.
• Experience managing sensitive equipment and responding to security incidents.
• Confident in delivering training and presentations.
• Working knowledge of control frameworks is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of secure systems.
• Assess risks and guide security solutions.
• Ensure compliance with recognised frameworks.

Skills

Cyber security analysis

Risk assessment

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Incident response

Training and presentations

Education

Membership of relevant professional bodies (e.g. BCS, Security Institute)

Tools

NIST

ISO

Control Frameworks

Job description

Overview

Cyber Security Specialist - 12 month contract - Government Services - DV Clearance - Glasgow Hybrid - UK travel

Are you passionate about protecting critical infrastructure and enabling secure digital transformation? We’re looking for a skilled Cyber Security Specialist to join a growing team working at the forefront of national security and resilience.

This is a unique opportunity to apply your cyber expertise in a high-trust environment, supporting the development and implementation of secure systems and networks across government and industry. You’ll work closely with technical architects and senior stakeholders to assess risks, guide security solutions, and ensure compliance with recognised frameworks such as NIST, ISO, and CAF.

Due to the nature and the urgency of the project, candidates with active DV clearance would be preferred.

I am therefore keen to speak with candidates who have

• A background in cyber security analysis, risk assessment, and security control evaluation, ideally within government departments
• Ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail in written communication.
• Experience managing sensitive equipment and responding to security incidents.
• Confident in delivering training and presentations.
• Working knowledge of Control Frameworks, NIST and IS4 would be an advantage
• Membership of relevant professional bodies (e.g. BCS, Security Institute)

Interested? Apply now for immediate consideration.