Cyber Security Advisor - Azure, Cyber, Cloud

Adecco; London; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable employment agency is seeking a Cyber Security Advisor to join their Information & Cyber Security team in London. The role involves providing expert security guidance, ensuring compliance with security policies, and integrating security best practices in projects, primarily in a cloud-focused environment. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Information Security or Computer Science, along with relevant certifications and cloud security expertise. This role offers a hybrid working model with an attractive salary range.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an information security role, ideally in a cloud-first environment.
• Industry certifications (CISSP, CISM, CEH) highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert security input throughout project lifecycles.
• Ensure security requirements are integrated into design and delivery.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and mitigate risks.
• Perform security assessments on systems and processes.

Skills

Cyber security principles

Risk management

Cloud security expertise

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical mindset

Education

Degree in Information Security or Computer Science

Tools

Azure security tools

Firewalls

Job description

Overview

Cyber Security Advisor – Azure, Cyber, Cloud
Salary: 48,000 – 55,000 (depending on experience) + benefits.
Location: London – Hybrid

About the Role

We're seeking a Cyber Security Advisor to join our Information & Cyber Security team. Reporting to the Information Security Manager, you'll act as a trusted security consultant across a variety of projects. This role offers the opportunity to work in a cloud–focused environment (primarily Azure) with a smaller on–premises footprint.
You'll ensure security best practices are embedded into solutions and processes, providing expert guidance to stakeholders and influencing security strategy.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert security input throughout project lifecycles.
• Ensure security requirements are integrated into design and delivery.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and mitigate risks.
• Security Advisory - integrate security requirements into design and delivery across projects.
• Risk & Compliance - perform security assessments on systems, applications, and processes; highlight vulnerabilities and recommend remediation measures; ensure adherence to internal policies and external standards.
• Awareness & Training - drive security awareness initiatives across the organisation; develop and deliver engaging training sessions; keep informed on emerging threats, trends, and technologies.
• Cloud Security - guide teams on securing cloud environments, with a focus on Azure; configure and optimise Azure security tools and policies; support the creation of cloud security frameworks and governance.

Qualifications

• Degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
• Industry certifications (CISSP, CISM, CEH) highly desirable.
• Proven experience in an information security role, ideally in a cloud–first environment.

What We’re Looking For

• Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of cyber security principles and risk management; hands–on experience with cloud security, particularly Azure services and tools; familiarity with security frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, or CIS; knowledge of security technologies (firewalls, remote access, ZTNA); exposure to threat modelling and cyber threat intelligence is advantageous.
• Core Skills: Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities; analytical mindset with strong problem–solving skills; ability to balance security priorities with business objectives; self–driven and detail–oriented.

Benefits & Additional Information

• Adecco are operating as an Employment Agency. Adecco are an equal opportunities employer and we are on the client\'s supplier list for this opening.
• Please be assured that your CV will be treated in the strictest confidence and we would always speak to you before discussing your CV with any potential employer.