Cyber Security Specialist

Reed Technology; Havant; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Cyber Security Specialist to enhance their Information Security Management System. This full-time hybrid role will drive compliance with industry security standards, manage risks, and improve overall security resilience within their IT environment, supporting approximately 500 users.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Competitive salary

Professional development & training opportunities

Supportive and collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in cyber security roles.
• Experience with ISO27001, NIST, eCAF.
• Hands-on experience with security systems and monitoring tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of ISMS, ensuring compliance with standards.
• Develop and maintain cyber security policies and frameworks.
• Manage compliance audits and provide reporting on security incidents.

Skills

Collaboration

Compliance to security frameworks

Risk Management

Cyber Security Implementation

SIEM knowledge

Vulnerability Management

Threat Intelligence

IAM systems

Job description

Cyber Security Specialist
Location: Havant
Job Type: Full–time, Hybrid (3–4 days per week), 12–month FTC (with likely extension to permanent)
Salary: 50 – 53K plus benefits

We are seeking a Cyber Security Specialist to lead the implementation of a new Information Security Management System (ISMS) and ensure compliance with security standards. This role is crucial in driving security improvements, managing risks, and maintaining regulatory compliance within a dynamic IT environment of circa 500 IT users.

Key Accountabilities:
Lead the implementation of a new ISMS, ensuring alignment with industry security standards.
Develop and maintain cyber security policies, procedures, and risk management frameworks.
Manage compliance with cyber security regulations, standards, and frameworks (ISO27001, CAF/eCAF, Cyber Essentials Plus).
Implement and manage security monitoring tools to detect and respond to security events.
Identify and assess security risks and vulnerabilities, developing mitigation strategies.
Support regular audits and assessments to ensure adherence to security policies.
Provide reporting on security incidents, compliance status, and risk assessments.
Collaborate with stakeholders to embed security into business processes and IT operations.

Required Skills & Qualifications:
3–5 years of experience in cyber security roles, with hands–on involvement in ensuring compliance to security frameworks (ISO27001, NIST, eCAF).
Proven experience in implementing security systems and/or monitoring tools.
Strong knowledge of SIEM, Vulnerability Management, Threat Intelligence, and IAM systems.
Experience contributing to enterprise–level security initiatives and aligning with industry standards.
Strong collaboration skills, including experience working with IT Operations teams and third–party vendors.
Ability to generate management reports on security incidents and vulnerabilities (preferred).

Benefits:
Hybrid working
Competitive salary
Professional development & training opportunities
Supportive and collaborative work environment

If you have experience in implementing security systems, risk management, and compliance, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in strengthening security resilience.

Do not delay–apply today! Successful applicants will be contacted within 24–48 working hours.