Cybersecurity Risk Specialist

Leeds Full-time £45,000 - £65,000 / Year
(£3,750 - £5,416 / Month)

Job Description

Join our innovative team as a Cybersecurity Risk Specialist, where you will be tasked with ensuring that our systems meet compliance standards while effectively managing and mitigating potential cybersecurity threats. Your expertise will drive our risk management strategies.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and enhance existing cybersecurity controls and frameworks.
  • Facilitate workshops to educate teams on risk management processes.
  • Partner with compliance teams to ensure regulatory requirements are met.
  • Design and implement security awareness programs across the organization.
  • Lead incident response and recovery activities in case of security breaches.
  • Develop a comprehensive risk register to track cybersecurity threats.
  • Research emerging technologies and their implications for security.
  • Advise on security implications of new projects and technologies.
  • Assist in the preparation for external audits and assessments.
  • Review and update security policies to reflect changing regulatory landscapes.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field
Experience
  • 3+ years in cybersecurity risk assessment or similar field
Technical Skills
  • GRC Tools
  • Threat Modelling
Soft Skills
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Project Management
Certifications
  • CompTIA Security+
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Knowledge of data protection regulations: Understanding of GDPR and other relevant data protection laws.
  • Experience in security training: Ability to design and deliver training programs on cybersecurity.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness plans
  • Generous holiday allowance and paid time off
  • Company pension scheme
  • Employee assistance programs

Company Culture

  • Team Spirit: We foster a positive team spirit where collaboration is key to our success.
  • Supportive Environment: Our culture promotes a healthy work-life balance and supports employee well-being.
Status: Closed