Cyber Security Specialist

Cyber Security Officer – 6‑Month Contract

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Glasgow (1–2 days per month on site)

We are supporting one of our key public sector partners in the recruitment of an experienced Cyber Security Officer for a 6‑month engagement. The successful candidate will play a vital role in enhancing the organisation’s cyber resilience, advising on security strategy, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and legislation within a fast‑paced environment.

• Lead security risk assessments, penetration testing activity and business impact analysis
• Develop, maintain, and monitor Information Security policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Deliver and evaluate organisation‑wide security awareness and training campaigns
• Provide expert security advice to ensure alignment with information assurance frameworks
• Support incident response and coordinate investigation activities
• Oversee third‑party and supplier security assurance
• Guide security requirements for projects, procurement and change initiatives
• Maintain and strengthen the Information Security Management System (ISMS)
• Mentor and support junior security team members
• Strong knowledge of ISO 27001
  , NIST CSF
  , NCSC CAF and information assurance best practice
• Proven experience conducting and managing information security risk assessments
• Solid understanding of GDPR and DPA 2018 with the ability to embed compliance
• Demonstrable experience providing security leadership and advisory support
• Ability to interpret standards, policies and risk findings into actionable security controls
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills across technical and non‑technical audiences
• Experience thriving in dynamic, fast‑moving environments