IT Security Specialist
- Recruiter
- Polytec Personnel Ltd
- Location
- Cambridgeshire
- Salary
- Competitive
- Posted
- 02 May 2024
- Closes
- 20 May 2024
- Job Type
- IT Security
- Employer Sector
- Technology, IT & Telecoms
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Location: Cambridge (CB25)
Duration: Permanent
Hours: 9am until 5:30pm (Monday to Friday)
Salary: GBP40,000
Job Reference: 35247
Polytec are looking for an enthusiastic IT Security Specialist for our client based just north of Cambridge. You will be responsible for all things security within the department, ranging from handling incidents to reviewing / creating policies and documentation.
Responsibilities:
Provide expertise and guidance on cyber security risks, threats, opportunities, and capabilities
Advise colleagues on security requirements
Offer guidance and mentorship to IT Apprentices supporting onward development
Develop and implement new security standards and best practices
Implement security enhancements
Ensure compliance with internal security policies
Create and update IT governance
Ensure incidents are logged, monitored and tracked
Alignment of security practices with accreditations including ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials Plus, NIST and CIS frameworks
Vulnerability testing, risk analysis and internal security assessments
Requirements:
Degree level qualification or equivalent experience
Experience with incident troubleshooting and escalation
Windows Server administration
User Access privileges
Knowledge of networks and physical infrastructure
Strong customer service ethic
Working knowledge of Cyber and IT Security concepts and practices
Experience with security–related software including Zscaler, Darktrace, M365
Familiar with reporting software including Splunk and SolarWinds
Experience using vulnerability testing software such as Nessus
Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!