Cyber Security Lead

TEAM; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking an experienced Cyber Security Lead to join their innovative team in either Edinburgh or Glasgow. This hybrid position involves leading engineering projects, ensuring adherence to security standards, and enhancing the value of Microsoft Licensing Agreements. The ideal candidate will have a significant background in cyber security, strong communication skills, and relevant IT certifications. This role offers a total compensation package of up to £90k.

Benefits

Car allowance

Profit share bonus

Private medical

Enhanced pension contributions

Qualifications

• Experience as an IT Security Manager or Security Lead with a strong technical background.
• Familiarity with the M365 stack from a security perspective.
• Proficiency in vulnerability management and security audits.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers on multi-discipline projects.
• Research and advise on best practices for information security.
• Ensure maintenance of ISO-27001 and Cyber Essentials accreditations.

Skills

IT Security Management

Cyber Security

Vulnerability Management

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

Qualifications in IT or relevant experience

Certifications (Microsoft Cybersecurity experts, Security+, Network+)

Tools

M365 Stack

Azure DevOps

Job description

Overview

A prestigious business is looking for an experienced Cyber Security Lead to join its innovative team in Edinburgh or Glasgow. As one of the leading companies in their industry, they invest heavily in the latest technology across infrastructure and software, working in line with DevOps and CI/CD methodologies to ensure the efficient delivery of creative solutions that help drive their business forward.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers
• Deliver multi‑discipline projects as the subject matter expert
• Serve as the technical lead for all queries
• Research, recommend, and advise on the latest best practices and solutions
• Drive continuous improvement to maintain ISO‑27001 and Cyber Essentials accreditations.
• Ensure adherence to Information Security standards, policies, and procedures.
• Utilizing Azure DevOps to oversee project‑related and non‑service desk tasks for the year ahead
• Enhance the value from existing Microsoft Licensing Agreements.
• Collaborate with the Security Operating Centre and networking engineers to promote initiatives across teams.

Qualifications

• Experience as an IT Security Manager or Security Lead with a strong technical background in cyber security
• Familiarity with the M365 stack from a security perspective, including Defender and Azure
• Proficiency in vulnerability management, web application filtering, and security audits (including ISO27001)
• Experience in project management, preferably in an Agile/Scrum environment
• Excellent communication skills to convey complex technical concepts clearly
• Demonstrated ability to manage personnel effectively in a team setting
• Qualifications in IT or relevant experience, with advantageous certifications (Microsoft Cybersecurity experts, Security+, Network+)

This role can be based in either Edinburgh or Glasgow and is a genuine hybrid role requiring only two days a week in the office.

On top of the salary advertised, you'll receive a car allowance, profit share bonus, private medical and enhanced pension contributions - which take the package up to c. £90k.

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If you are ready to elevate your career as a Cyber Security Lead, we encourage you to apply today and help shape the future of cyber security within this brilliant organisation.