Cyber security SME

Hatfield, Hertfordshire
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited

Your new roleYou will be overseeing the development and enforcement of cyber security protocols. You will have the opportunity to lead a Cyber Security team in safeguarding systems by managing threat protection infrastructure and ensuring compliance. Analyse and report on cyber threats, advising on risk mitigation and legal adherence to enhance security measures. Your responsibilities will include (but not be limited to):

• Perform comprehensive security control reviews and collaborate with external experts.
• Analyse IT security posture, manage OS patches, and conduct vulnerability scans; advise on risk mitigation.
• Investigate security breaches, preserve evidence, and maintain a Cybersecurity Incident Response Plan.
• Develop IT security training for users and promote security awareness.
• Support IT leadership in technical planning and prioritise system developments.
• Manage daily IT security operations, liaise with stakeholders, and ensure technology alignment.
• Oversee server and software maintenance, including upgrades and virtualisation.
• Monitor IT security performance, maintain service standards, and implement improvements.
• Adhere to change management protocols
• Lead the introduction of new cybersecurity technologies and services.
• Coordinate business continuity and disaster recovery planning, documentation, and testing.
• Assist in evaluating and procuring IT hardware and software solutions.
• Offer expert advice on IT infrastructure, security, and future technological developments.
• Handle IT service requests and maintain customer service excellence.

What you’ll need to succeed

• Strong experience of cyber security
• Extensive practical experience in managing Microsoft server systems, NGAV, Amazon Cloud services, AD, ADFS, M365, security, public clouds, Azure services, SIEM, vulnerability assessment, patch management, DLP, and endpoint protection.
• Substantial proven expertise in supporting large corporate systems and applications within a large enterprise networked environment. (Educational background is a plus)
• Operational experience with Voice and Wireless LAN standards.
• Developing Cyber Security Incident Plan (CIRP) with forensic readiness.
• Strong experience in Data Networking Protocols (TCP/IP, OSPF, DHCP, DNS).
• Proven track record in efficient business processes, operational service delivery, and staff scheduling.
• Implementing operational changes within a team.

What you’ll get in return

• Job Security and Longevity: Enjoy stability and confidence in your employment.
• Career Growth: Opportunity to develop and progress into the cyber security management space by leading a team.
• Generous Leave: Benefit from 30 days of annual leave plus public holidays.
• Flexible Work Arrangement: Enjoy a hybrid working pattern that balances office and remote work.
• Salary between £54,000 – 61,000 per annum

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