Cyber Security Lead - SC

Role: Cyber Security Lead - SC

Location: Croydon (1 days/week onsite)

IR35: Inside

Rate: £750/day (Umbrella) MAX

Duration: 12 Months initially

Security Clearance: SC (+NPPV3 ideally)

Minimum Requirement:

• Min of 3-5 years in this industry
• Experience with specific security industries
• Understanding of engineering architecture, design,
• engineering practises
• Python
• Splunk
• AWS cloud expertise is a must
• Certifications

Must have at least two of the following

• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
• Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or equivalent
• Crest Registered Tester (CRT) or Crest Certified Tester (CCT)
• CHECK Team Leader (CTL) or CHECK Team Member (CTM)

The Role:

The Cyber Security Lead will play a crucial role in identifying, assessing, and mitigating security vulnerabilities within the government department's IT infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, hands-on experience with penetration testing tools and methodologies, and relevant certifications to validate their expertise. This role requires a proactive and analytical mindset to protect sensitive government data and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough penetration tests on internal and external networks, web applications, and other systems.
• Identify security vulnerabilities and weaknesses in various systems, applications, and networks.
• Develop and execute detailed testing plans, scripts, and methodologies for penetration testing.
• Perform manual and automated security testing using industry-standard tools and techniques.
• Analyse test results to provide actionable insights and recommendations for remediation.
• Collaborate with IT teams to understand the architecture and design of systems for effective testing.
• Provide detailed reports of findings, including risk assessments and potential impacts.
• Assist in the development and implementation of security policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Keep up to date with the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and technology trends.
• Conduct security audits to ensure compliance with government regulations and standards.
• Provide training and guidance to IT staff on security best practices and threat mitigation.
• Participate in incident response efforts to analyse and mitigate security breaches.

Security Clearance: SC active (MUST) + NPPV3 (ideally)

Disability Confident

As a member of the disability confident scheme, CLIENT guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group.

Armed Forces Covenant

CLIENT is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group.

If you qualify for the above, please notify us.

We will be in touch to discuss your suitability and arrange your Guaranteed Interview.

Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process or if there is a more accessible way for us to communicate, please do let me know.

To apply for this role please submit your latest CV or contact Aspect Resources