Cyber Security Specialist

Occam Group; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking an experienced Cyber Security professional to develop their new service offering. This role involves providing expert advice, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with security standards. You will engage in diverse projects across various sectors, including Defence and Civil domains.

Benefits

Annual bonus based on performance

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Matched pension contributions up to 8%

Life Assurance (4x salary) and Income Protection (75%)

Paid professional membership fees

Qualifications

• Experienced Cyber professional with relevant certifications.
• UK national capable of undergoing security vetting.
• Proficient in applying technical security knowledge and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Provide Cyber Security advice across project lifecycles.
• Conduct security assurance activities for Defence systems.
• Implement 'Secure by Design' methodology and NIST Risk Management Framework.

Skills

Cyber Security

Risk Assessment

Technical Security Knowledge

Education

Relevant certifications like CISMP or equivalent

Job description

Salary: £65,000 per annum - £75,000 depending on skills and experience

Location: Remote / Hybrid

Working Pattern: We operate a flexible hybrid working pattern at the Occam Group, with time split between the office, client sites, and working from home.

Closing date is 18th July 2025. Please apply before the deadline.

About Occam Group:

While your systems may be complex, your support solutions need not be. We believe in providing straightforward, high-quality, good-value engineering consultancy and support.

Our goal is to leverage our knowledge and expertise to develop a safer, more sustainable future, recognizing the importance of positively impacting our planet and society.

Job Description:

You will work with the Management Team to initiate and develop the Occam Group Cyber Security service offering. Supporting our extensive customer base, you will gain diverse experience across multiple projects, including autonomous shipping, novel weapon systems, nuclear power plants, and rail systems.

Key Duties:

1. Provide Cyber Security advice and guidance for clients throughout project lifecycles.
2. Apply technical security knowledge and critical thinking to identify and establish good security governance aligned with client needs.
3. Conduct and manage security assurance activities for Defence systems.
4. Perform Cyber Security risk assessments, considering constraints and risk appetite.
5. Create, review, or update security artefacts such as Security Cases.
6. Build strong relationships with team members and clients.
7. Deliver technical Cyber Security consultancy across Defence and Civil domains.
8. Implement 'Secure by Design' methodology and NIST Risk Management Framework.
9. Maintain awareness of Cyber Security policies and standards such as HMG policies, CESG IA Portfolio, and MoD JSPs.
10. Assist in gaining certifications like ISO27000, NIST Cyber Security Professional, CISMP.
11. Develop Information Security Management Systems (ISMS).
12. Hold relevant certifications such as CISMP or equivalent.
13. Be a member of recognized security professional bodies such as IISP, IS2, or BCS.
14. Drive the establishment of a new service within a growing consultancy.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Cyber professional eager to apply their skills and grow in a dynamic environment.

Note: Due to the nature of our work, applicants must be UK nationals and able to undergo security vetting.

Benefits include:

• Annual bonus based on performance
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Loyalty Leave
• Matched pension contributions up to 8%
• Family-friendly policies
• Life Assurance (4x salary) and Income Protection (75%)
• Paid professional membership fees
• Cycle to work and EV lease schemes

We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, believing diversity and inclusion are vital for a thriving workplace.

Occam Group Limited is registered in England and Wales, No: 11986732. Registered Office: One New Street, Wells, Somerset, BA5 2LA.