Cyber Security Risk Analyst

JR United Kingdom; England; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK charity is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Risk Analyst for a fully remote, 3-month interim contract. The position requires expertise in risk assessments and stakeholder communication, focusing on managing technical risks and supporting the Head of Information Security. Ideal candidates will possess relevant certifications and experience in cybersecurity.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience in cybersecurity risk assessment and threat modelling.
• Deep knowledge of network, endpoint, and cloud security principles.
• Familiar with frameworks such as ISO 27005, NIST RMF.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out technical security risk assessments across infrastructure, applications, and suppliers.
• Maintaining and updating the Cybersecurity Risk Register.
• Producing risk reports and presenting findings to stakeholders.

Skills

Cybersecurity risk assessment

Threat modelling

Stakeholder communication

Network security

Cloud security

Incident investigation

Education

CISSP

CISM

CRISC

CEH

Tools

GRC tools

Job description

Senior Cybersecurity Risk Analyst (Interim)

Fully Remote | 3-Month Contract | £260/day (Inside IR35 via umbrella)

We’re working with a leading UK charity who are looking to bring in a Senior Cybersecurity Risk Analyst to support during a critical period. This is a hands-on, technically focused interim contract — ideal for someone with strong experience in risk assessment, threat modelling, and stakeholder communication.

You’ll be working closely with IT, SOC, and business teams to identify and manage technical risks, translate vulnerabilities into business impact, and support the Head of Information Security with day-to-day risk oversight.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Carrying out technical security risk assessments across infrastructure, applications, and suppliers.
• Translating threats into clear, business-aligned risk narratives.
• Maintaining and updating the Cybersecurity Risk Register.
• Supporting SOC escalations and incident investigations.
• Reviewing third-party security posture and assessing vendor risk during tenders.
• Producing risk reports and presenting findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong hands-on experience in cybersecurity risk assessment and threat modelling.
• Deep knowledge of network, endpoint, and cloud security principles.
• Comfortable working alongside or within a Security Operations Centre (SOC).
• Able to communicate technical risks in plain business terms.
• Familiar with frameworks such as ISO 27005, NIST RMF, or similar.
• Available to start immediately or within short notice.

Bonus Points For:

• Certifications: CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CEH or equivalent.
• Experience using GRC tools and managing risk registers.
• Understanding of UK GDPR and data protection best practices.

Interested? Apply now or message me directly to discuss.

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Created on 26/06/2025 by JR United Kingdom