Cybersecurity Specialist Fastek Limited

Fastk; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Fastk in the United Kingdom seeks a dedicated IT security specialist to monitor and manage security infrastructure, conduct vulnerability assessments, and lead incident response. The role includes implementing security policies, ensuring GDPR and ISO27001 compliance, and coordinating with IT teams on patches and data protection.

You will manage SIEM threat detection, access controls, and disaster recovery planning while promoting security awareness across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage IT security infrastructure
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration tests
• Lead incident response and mitigation
• Implement security policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance with GDPR, ISO27001
• Work with SIEM tools for threat detection
• Manage access controls and firewalls
• Oversee employee security awareness programs
• Respond to emerging cyber threats
• Document incidents and reports
• Collaborate with IT teams on security patches
• Manage encryption and data protection methods
• Conduct audits and risk assessments
• Research and implement new security tools
• Ensure business continuity with disaster recovery plans

Job description

Overview

• Monitor and manage IT security infrastructure
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration tests
• Lead incident response and mitigation
• Implement security policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance with GDPR, ISO27001
• Work with SIEM tools for threat detection
• Manage access controls and firewalls
• Oversee employee security awareness programs
• Respond to emerging cyber threats
• Document incidents and reports
• Collaborate with IT teams on security patches
• Manage encryption and data protection methods
• Conduct audits and risk assessments
• Research and implement new security tools
• Ensure business continuity with disaster recovery plans