Cybersecurity Specialist

Leeds Full-time £40,000 - £60,000 / Year
(£3,333 - £5,000 / Month)

Job Description

We are on the lookout for a Cybersecurity Specialist to enhance our security infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a robust understanding of information security protocols and demonstrate expertise in threat analysis and vulnerability management.

Responsibilities

  • Establish and maintain cybersecurity best practices.
  • Evaluate and deploy security tools and technologies.
  • Prepare reports for management regarding security incidents.
  • Coordinate with external security vendors as needed.
  • Identify and mitigate risks to data confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
  • Participate in the development of disaster recovery plans.
  • Maintain knowledge of regulatory requirements related to data security.
  • Foster a security-first culture within the organisation.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field
  • Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, CEH) are desirable
Experience
  • 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity roles
Technical Skills
  • Network Security
  • Incident Response
  • Threat Analysis
Soft Skills
  • Critical thinking
  • Communication
Certifications
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Familiarity with regulatory compliance: Understanding of GDPR, PCI-DSS, and other relevant regulations.
  • Experience with security tools such as firewalls, IDS/IPS: Knowledge of implementing and managing firewalls, intrusion detection, and prevention systems.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary with annual performance bonus
  • Health and wellness benefits
  • Flexible working hours
  • Professional development and training opportunities

Company Culture

  • Innovative Environment: We promote a culture of innovation, encouraging employees to develop cutting-edge solutions.
  • Collaboration: Teamwork is at the heart of our success. We work together to achieve common goals.
  • Employee Growth: We invest in our employees’ professional development and growth.
Status: Closed