Job title: Cyber Incident Response Consultant (Contractor)
Contract: Six Months (possibility of extension)
Location: Basingstoke (X3 days onsite; X2 working remote)

Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Cyber Incident Response Consultant to support our cybersecurity function on a contract basis. The consultant will be responsible for collaborating with organisation stakeholders in developing, updating, and enhancing a comprehensive set of tactical and operational cyber incident response documents, including the Incident Response Plan, Communication Plan, Incident Response Playbooks, and Containment & Eradication procedures.

This engagement is focused on delivering high-quality, actionable documentation and strengthening the organisation’s overall incident response capability. The consultant will work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with business operations, technology, and regulatory requirements.

IR Technical Capability Maturity Assessment
* Evaluate and report on the organisation’s technical capabilities and maturity against IR Detection & Analysis, Containment, Eradication, & Recovery domains using industry maturity model.
Develop & Maintain Incident Response Documentation
* Produce and refine the organisation’s Incident Response Plan (IRP).
* Build clear and consistent internal and external incident communication workflows.
* Develop detailed incident response playbooks, such as ransomware, business email compromise (BEC), data breach, insider threat, malware outbreak, DDoS attack, cloud service compromise. (Final scenarios to be agreed during discovery.)

Strengthen Organisational Incident Preparedness
* Conduct discovery sessions with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
* Review existing security processes, tools, and architecture to ensure documentation reflects current environments.
* Support tabletop exercise planning and incorporate lessons learned into documentation.
* Provide expert guidance and recommendations to improve cyber readiness.

Build Containment & Eradication Frameworks
* Develop clear, structured containment strategies for different incident types.
* Create eradication and recovery guidance aligned with operational capabilities.
* Ensure all procedures support legal, compliance, and evidence-preservation requirements.

Align with Standards & Regulatory Expectations
* Ensure all documentation aligns with CIS Controls.
* Ensure materials support relevant legal and regulatory expectations as appropriate for the organisation.
Collaborate Across the Business
* Work closely with SOC staff, IT teams, legal, risk, compliance, communications, and senior leadership.
* Convert technical details and threat intelligence into clear, actionable steps appropriate for operational use.

Required Experience & Skills
* Proven experience (typically 5+ years) in incident response, SOC operations, cybersecurity consulting, or GRC.
* Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality IR documentation and playbooks for medium-to-large organisations.
* Deep understanding of modern threat actors, attack methodologies, and incident response lifecycle.
* Experience across cloud (Azure, AWS) and on-premise enterprise environments.
* Exceptional written communication skills and ability to deliver polished, structured documentation.
* Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and drive deliverables with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience
* GCIH, GCFA, CISSP, or equivalent security certifications.
* Experience working within regulated sectors (financial services, healthcare, government, critical infrastructure).
* Prior participation in or leadership of real-world cyber incident response activities.
* Familiarity with identity governance, EDR platforms, SIEM tooling, and cloud security architecture.

Why This Engagement Matters
The Cyber Incident Response Preparation Consultant plays a crucial role in elevating the organisation’s cyber maturity and readiness. Through the development of robust documentation and playbooks, the consultant will help ensure the organisation can respond rapidly, effectively, and consistently to modern cyber threats

Electrical / Security Engineer Yorkshire & North East (Mobile Role)PermanentUp to £41k + Company Van + Flexible Benefits

Freedom’s Network Services team has an exciting opportunity for an Electrical / Security Engineer to support our contracts across Yorkshire and the North East. This is a mobile role for a dynamic engineer looking to develop skills in electrical and security systems, opening up future career opportunities within the business.You’ll work across multiple sites during the week, applying your knowledge to complete installation and maintenance works safely and efficiently.

Some of the key deliverables in this role will include:

• Completing fault finding and repairs on a range of electrical systems.
• Installing small power, lighting, and electrical heating systems.
• Servicing, diagnosing faults, and repairing electrical and security equipment to current standards.
• Providing clear and accurate reports of work carried out.
• Supporting basic alarm and CCTV system installations.

What we’re looking for:

We’re looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer with:

• Previous experience in electrical maintenance within commercial or industrial sectors.
• Formal electrical apprenticeship (preferred).
• 18th Edition qualification (preferred).
• Knowledge of M&E fault finding and basic alarm systems.
• Ability to approve Risk Assessments, Method Statements, and associated Work Permits.
• Full UK driving licence.

Benefits:

We’re always evolving our benefits to ensure we’re attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes:

• Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution
• 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle)
• Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days
• Private Medical Insurance
• Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible benefits including Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes
• Personal development programme

Next Steps:

As a business, we’re on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation.

We’ll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training.

Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies.

Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.

Senior Security Engineer/Architect - Perm - Up to £110,000 + benefits

Must already hold or be eligible for SC level security clearance

Remote first or Hybrid - London based office

An established organisation is seeking a Senior Security Engineer to help shape and enhance the security posture of the environments it supports. This role operates at the intersection of deep technical expertise, advisory ownership, and real-world security impact.

The successful candidate will work closely with customers, engineers, and operational security teams to deliver meaningful improvements across identity, detection engineering, endpoint security, and cloud security posture. This is a hands-on role involving the design and implementation of modern security architectures, solving complex technical challenges, and acting as a trusted technical partner.

Technology Environment

Microsoft Security Stack:

• Microsoft Defender XDR
• Microsoft Sentinel
• Microsoft Entra ID
• Microsoft Intune
• Microsoft Defender for Cloud

Experience with alternative modern security platforms such as SentinelOne or CrowdStrike is advantageous.

Cloud Platforms:

• Microsoft Azure (required)
• Exposure to AWS or GCP (desirable)

Platforms & Infrastructure:

• Active Directory / Entra hybrid identity
• Windows Server and Linux
• Networking, VPNs, firewalls, endpoint management

Tooling & Automation:

• KQL
• PowerShell
• API integrations
• Automation tooling

Key Responsibilities

Technical Delivery

• Lead technical discussions with customers, guiding architecture, design decisions, and best practice implementations.
• Own the end-to-end delivery of security solutions.
• Design and implement detections, automation workflows, and runbooks.
• Conduct technical assessments across identity, endpoint, cloud posture, logging, and security operations.
• Develop, optimise, and tune KQL queries for detection engineering and threat hunting.
• Review and enhance security configurations across cloud and SIEM/SOAR platforms.
• Manage engagements through architecture, deployment, tuning, documentation, and customer enablement.
• Identify security gaps and recommend improvements across logging, identity, endpoint hardening, cloud posture, and threat detection.

Platform & Engineering

• Understand how endpoints, servers, domain controllers, and cloud workloads operate, and how security controls integrate with them.
• Support remediation of misconfigurations and optimisation of security deployments.
• Leverage scripting, APIs, and automation to streamline repeatable tasks.
• Integrate firewalls, EDR platforms, logging pipelines, and SIEM/SOAR tooling.

Customer & Collaboration

• Act as a trusted technical advisor to security and engineering stakeholders.
• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Translate customer requirements into actionable technical plans and deliverables.
• Collaborate with internal engineering, SOC, and platform teams to improve processes and share insights.
• Contribute to knowledge articles, design documentation, runbooks, and reusable delivery patterns.

Required Experience

• Strong, demonstrable experience across the Microsoft security ecosystem.
• Solid understanding of identity and endpoint security fundamentals.
• Proven experience writing and tuning detection logic (e.g., KQL) for detection engineering and threat hunting scenarios.
• Excellent communication and customer-facing skills, with the ability to lead discussions and influence outcomes.
• Ability to work autonomously, solve complex problems, and deliver high-quality technical solutions.

Desirable Experience

• Automation experience (PowerShell, Python, API integrations) and/or systems administration background.
• Familiarity with security frameworks and incident response methodologies.
• Experience working with logging pipelines (e.g., AMA, Syslog, Cribl, SIEM tooling).
• Exposure to non-Microsoft security platforms such as CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, or Tenable.
• Experience producing architecture documents, diagrams, and technical design proposals.
• Background in an MSSP, consultancy, or customer-facing engineering environment.

What the Role Offers

• Ownership of technical direction across engagements with the ability to influence customer security posture.
• A blend of architecture, engineering, advisory, and hands-on implementation work.
• Exposure to a diverse range of environments, threat models, and operational challenges.

About The Role
Team Vitality Technology
Working Pattern - Hybrid 2days per week in the Vitality BournemouthOffice.Full time, 35 hours per week.

We are happy to discuss flexible working!

Top 3 skills needed for this role:

• Security Operations Leadership & Incident Response
• Risk, Governance & Regulatory Compliance
• Technical Depth in Monitoring & Security Engineering

What this role is all about:

Join our dynamic, values-led organisation to help strengthen Vitalitys cyber security. Youll support the CISO in delivering our security strategy, lead a team of analysts, and oversee key controls that protect member data. The role includes security monitoring, incident response, developing playbooks, and managing the CSIRT function.

Key Actions

• Leadership and management of the Cyber Security Operations team
• Conducting cyber security maturity assessments; continuous improvement of existing security controls and assessing new tools/capabilities for recommendation to management
• Perform cyber risk assessments; develop reporting metrics to articulate risk posture to Senior Management
• Be the key contact for, and lead on the management of Cyber Security incidents, performing and co-ordinating forensic investigations; mature the Cyber Incident detection and response capabilities
• Engagement with internal stakeholder and external bodies as required, Vendors, forensic partners, regulatory bodies
• Threat hunting; monitoring for emerging security threats
• Ensure compliance with Vitalitys ISMS, Regulatory requirements and Information Security best practice frameworks (e.g. ISO27001, GDPR, NIST, Cyber Essentials, ITIL) to ensure the Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability of Vitality Information Systems
• Penetration testing and vulnerability management governance and remediation
• Deliver key Information Security initiatives/projects, in line with InfoSec and Cyber Security strategy and Enterprise Risk Management Framework
• Responsible for ensuring that Vitality IT assets are adequately protected from Cyber-attacks and malicious insiders
• Provide expert professional advice across Vitality on Information and Cyber Security best practice, training, and awareness sessions

What do you need to thrive?

• Degree or professional security qualifications and certifications such as MSc, CISSP, CISM, CISA or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years experience working in Cyber Security
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to articulate technical knowledge to non-technical audience; production of policy/standards/project documentation
• Appropriate level of technical knowledge, hands-on experience of configuring security tools
• Demonstrable experience of designing, implementing and managing information security initiatives
• Sound understanding of security frameworks (e.g. ISO27001/2, PCI DSS, NIST), Data Protection and regulatory compliance (e.g. FCA, ICO, PRA, GDPR)

So, whats in it for you?

• Bonus Schemes A bonus that regularly rewards you for your performance
• A pension of up to 12% We will match your contributions up to 6% of your salary
• Our award-winning Vitality health insurance With its own set of rewards and benefits
• Life Assurance Four times annual salary

These are just some of the many perks that we offer! To view the extensive range of benefits we offer, please visit our careers page.Fantastic Benefits. Exciting rewards. Great career opportunities!

If you are successfulin your application and join us at Vitality, this is our promise to you, we will:

• Help you to be the healthiest youve ever been.
• Create an environment that embraces you as you are and enables you to be your best self.
• Give you flexibility on how, where and when you work.
• Help you advance your career by playing you to your strengths.
• Give you a voice to help our business grow and make Vitality a great place to be.
• Give you the space to try, fail and learn.
• Provide a healthy balance of challenge and support.
• Recognise and reward you with a competitive salary and amazing benefits.
• Be there for you when you need us.
• Provide opportunities for you to be a force for good in society.

We commit to all these things because we want you to feel that you belong, and are supported to be happy and healthy.

About The Company
Were incredibly proud to be recognised for the culture we’ve created recently being named one of Glassdoors Best Places to Work 2026, and in 2024 we were delighted to be awarded Top 10 Places to Work in the Sunday Times Awards.

Weve been a purpose and values-driven business from day 1- long before it became fashionable. Our core purpose is to make people healthier and enhance protect their lives. Were successful because we attract, develop, and retain the best people and because we care.

Diversity & Inclusion
At Vitality, were committed to diversity and inclusion because its good for our employees, for our business, and for society. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Vitalitys approach to sustainability
Vitality is a business that drives positive change. We reward people for making and sustaining healthier choices. But healthy people also need a healthy environment. To learn more please visit our Careers page.

If we are fortunate in receiving a high volume of quality applications we may need to close this vacancy early.

Evodia Limited is supporting a key defence client in their search for a Security Engineer. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a high-profile project delivering vital Air Defence capabilities to UK allies, based in Bristol, with flexible remote working (1-2 days onsite). If you are an experienced Security Engineer with a current SC clearance, adept at working with assurance authorities and managing security within DE&S, we want to hear from you.

The Role

You will be instrumental in developing and delivering critical security documentation aligned with the MOD and DE&S security policies. Your role will involve engaging with assurance authorities, liaising with suppliers, and ensuring all security standards are met to support successful project trials and delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Creating and tailoring security documentation such as Security Cases, SyOps, Risk Treatment Plans, Security Grading Guides, and Cyber Risk Profiles to fit project and procurement needs.
• Managing security Liaison with suppliersreviewing bids, quotes, and contracts to ensure compliance with security standards.
• Acting as the focal point for security within the project team, providing guidance and ensuring all DE&S security processes are followed.

What We’re Looking ForEssential Experience:

• Proven experience engaging with assurance authorities and managing security within DE&S environment.
• Deep understanding of MOD and DE&S policies, particularly in cyber security related to supplier engagement.

Desirable Experience:

• Experience working on GK or rapid procurement projects.
• Track record delivering security aspects within trial projects.
• Knowledge of DE&S Secure by Design practices.

Details

• Location: Bristol (1-2 days per week onsite) with flexible remote working options.
• Contract: Until 30 June 2026, with scope for extension.
• Daily Rate: Up to £570 (inside IR35).
• Start: ASAP

This role offers a fantastic chance to apply your security expertise within a major defence programme that directly contributes to national and international security. We understand your skills are valuable, and we support you throughout the process. If this aligns with your experience and career aspirations, we encourage you to get in touch with Evodia Limited to discuss your fit for this important role.

£68,000 - £80,000 plus discretionary bonus and excellent benefits
Bolton / Hybrid (3 days on-site)

We’re supporting a large, complex organisation seeking a Head of Information Security to lead its global security function. This is a senior strategic role where you will shape the organisation’s global information security vision, define enterprise-wide security strategy, and ensure resilience across all technology environments during a time of rapid change.

You’ll oversee governance, architecture, operations, and incident response, while working closely with senior leadership to safeguard critical systems, data, and digital services. Acting as a trusted advisor, you’ll translate complex cyber risks into clear business insight and drive a secure-by-design culture across the organisation.This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced information security leader to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking and highly regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Define, develop, and drive a global information security strategy aligned to organisational priorities and risk appetite.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams spanning governance, risk, compliance, architecture, operations, and incident response.
• Embed recognised frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST CSF, NIS2, and DORA into policies, processes, and technology platforms.
• Oversee security operations, including monitoring, threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management.
• Conduct and support risk assessments, ensuring robust controls are implemented and maintained.
• Partner with Technology, Risk, Compliance, Legal, and wider operational teams to identify, manage, and mitigate cyber risks.
• Ensure secure-by-design principles are incorporated into technology architecture, transformation programmes, and business change.
• Support business continuity and disaster recovery planning by integrating cybersecurity into resilience frameworks.
• Act as the organisation’s senior representative on information security matters, advising board-level stakeholders when required.
• Lead engagement with external partners, networks, auditors, and regulatory bodies.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven senior security leadership experience in cybersecurity or information security within a complex, multi-site, or multinational organisation.
• Extensive experience developing enterprise-wide security strategies aligned to frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST CSF, CIS Controls, or DORA.
• Strong understanding of cloud and hybrid security environments, including Microsoft 365 and Azure.
• Strong operational expertise across EDR/XDR, SIEM (e.g., Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk), identity protection, and vulnerability management.
• Experience with security audits, compliance programmes, and regulated industry requirements.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with confidence engaging senior executives and leadership teams.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to balance commercial priorities, operational demands, and cyber risk.

Benefits

• £68,000 - £80,000 per annum (depending on experience)
• Discretionary performance-based bonus scheme, circa 10-15%
• Joint contributory pension scheme 8% - potential to be reviewed in coming months
• 33 days leave including bank holidays
• Buy and sell holiday scheme
• Hybrid working (3 days onsite)
• Career development opportunities with access to accredited training and qualifications

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IAM Technical Delivery Lead - Hybrid / Sheffield - Market Umbrella Rate - 6 months+

Overview
We are seeking an experienced IAM Technical Delivery Lead to join an established Identity team, supporting a major IAM Service Transformation programme. You will work across multiple teams and stakeholders to deliver enterprise-wide improvements, ensuring high-quality outcomes across identity, access, and related systems.

This is a delivery-focused role, ideal for someone who understands what “good” looks like and can drive workstreams to successful completion.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead and deliver identified improvements across a range of applications and systems
Be involved in pre market consultations for third-party partners
Support transformation and modernisation initiatives
Oversee systems integration, automation, and governance projects
Work closely with Cyber Security teams, applying strong security principles
Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across the business
Collaborate with multiple departments, including HR and Finance
Experience & Skills Required:

Proven experience delivering IAM and identity-related transformation initiatives
Have a solid Technical Identity & Access Management background and be able to ‘talk the tech talk’
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Solid understanding of cyber security concepts and best practices
Experience working in complex, multi-department environments
Higher Education sector experience is desirable but not essential
Technical Platform Environment:

Azure AD / Entra ID
Active Directory (on-prem) with a strong cloud-first strategy
SQL Querying and SQL Administration
Oracle integrations (Customer Journey and HR systems)
Interviews: Week commencing 16th February
Start Date: 2nd March

This role requires a safe, delivery-focused IAM professional who can take ownership and ensure high-quality outcomes across the IAM landscape.

Stuart Graham
Click Recruitment
(url removed)

Role Title: Security Architect

Duration: contract to run until 30/09/2026

Location: London or Southampton hybrid working 3 days per week onsite

Rate: up to £503.24 p/d Umbrella inside IR35

Role purpose/summary

• Architecture & Design: Develop secure architectures and reference patterns across cloud, infrastructure, applications, and data platforms. Ensure alignment with business goals, risk appetite, and regulatory requirements.
• Solution Delivery: Provide architectural guidance during project life cycle (HLD/LLD), review designs, and ensure solutions meet security requirements.
• Risk & Threat Management: Conduct threat modelling, assess vulnerabilities, and ensure appropriate mitigating controls are designed and implemented.
• Governance & Standards: Define and maintain security policies, standards, and guardrails. Ensure adherence to architectural principles and regulatory obligations (eg, GDPR, FCA).
• Collaboration: Partner with engineering, cloud, network, IAM, and operational teams to embed secure by design principles and resolve architecture level issues.
• Security Tooling & Controls: Evaluate and guide the adoption of security technologies including IAM, encryption, network security, detection/response, and cloud-native controls.
• Incident Support: Provide architectural expertise during incidents, investigations, and post incident reviews.
• Continuous Improvement: Monitor emerging threats, technologies, and patterns to enhance the organisation’s security posture.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 5+ years in security architecture or security engineering roles.
• Strong understanding of security protocols, authentication/authorization models, encryption, identity management, and cloud security patterns.
• Experience producing high quality architecture documentation (HLD/LLD, patterns, data flows).
• Hands on understanding of cloud environments (Azure/AWS/GCP), networks, applications, and data protection.
• Familiarity with threat modelling, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent communication skills, able to explain complex security topics to technical and non technical audiences.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, SABSA, AWS/Azure Security, or Cybersecurity Architect Expert.
• Experience in financial services or other regulated industries.
• Knowledge of DevSecOps, API security, and secure software delivery.

All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply!

Our client, a well-established and highly regarded business, is looking to engage an experienced Infrastructure Engineer to join their team.

This is a newly created role driven by continued growth and increased cloud adoption. It’s an excellent opportunity to take ownership of Azure and Microsoft 365 security, ensuring platforms are secure, resilient, and aligned with best practice as the organisation continues to evolve its cloud strategy.

In this role, you’ll work closely with the wider Infrastructure team to strengthen security across both cloud and on-prem environments. You’ll play a key part in system hardening, incident response, security improvement initiatives, and cloud migration projects.

Responsibilities:

• Review and remediate Microsoft 365 security configurations and Azure landing zones
• Monitor, investigate and respond to security alerts from a variety of tools
• Support incident response and disaster recovery processes
• Harden Windows Server (2019 onwards) and Azure environments in line with best practice
• Monitor network security using a range of security and monitoring tools
• Work alongside infrastructure colleagues to securely administer network hardware including routers, switches and firewalls
• Support vulnerability remediation following penetration testing and audit findings
• Contribute to infrastructure projects, acting as technical lead on cloud migration initiatives such as Azure Site Recovery
• Maintain clear documentation aligned to internal policies and external compliance standards

To be considered, you’ll ideally have experience across Azure and Microsoft 365 security, along with a solid grounding in infrastructure and network principles (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, firewalls, IDS/IPS, VLANs). Experience with Active Directory / Entra ID, server hardening, patching, and security tooling would be advantageous.

Exposure to frameworks such as ISO27001, Cyber Essentials Plus or OWASP would also be beneficial, as would Azure certifications (Security Engineer Associate, Solutions Architect, etc.) or broader security certifications such as CISSP, CISM or Security+.

This role can be based in either Edinburgh or Glasgow, with occasional travel between client offices as required.

If you’re a hands-on infrastructure or cloud security professional who enjoys improving environments, solving complex security challenges, and working in a collaborative team, get in touch for a confidential discussion.

35,000 - 40,000 + Private Healthcare + Company Van + Overtime + Excellent Company Benefits

Home Based: Commutable to London

Are you a CCTV/Security Engineer looking to take the next step in your career within a well-established company that have an excellent reputation in their industry for providing an outstanding service?

On offer is a fantastic opportunity that provides long term development opportunities in a role covering a local patch with great work life balance.

This market leading company have a passion for providing high quality security services to their loyal client base on an international scale. As a result of continued year on year success, the company are now looking to add to their specialist team of engineers.

In this highly varied Monday to Friday role, you will be home based travelling to clients providing installation, servicing and maintenance to security systems such as CCTV, Biometric Access Control and Entry Systems.

This is an excellent opportunity for a CCTV/Security Engineer to join an industry leading company with great progression opportunities and an excellent work life balance.

The Role:

• Installation and Maintenance of Security Systems
• Monday to Friday’s days based
• Field Based

The Person:

• CCTV/Security Engineer
• Full UK Driving License
• Commutable to London

Reference: BBBH(phone number removed)

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The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Rate: 700 - 850 a day
Location: Preston, Lancashire
Duration: 12 months +
Clearance: UKSV Developed Vetting (DV)
Work Pattern: On-site / Preston

The Opportunity
We are working exclusively with a globally recognised prime defence contractor to identify experienced OT Architects for a critical, long-running programme based in Preston. This is a technically demanding role embedded within a complex, highly secure programme environment supporting some of the UK’s most sensitive national infrastructure.

You will operate at the intersection of Operational Technology, cybersecurity architecture, and systems engineering - shaping the OT landscape across a multi-platform, safety-critical programme. The work is genuinely consequential and the technical challenge significant.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Designing and owning end-to-end OT architecture across complex, multi-domain systems
• Developing reference architectures, patterns, and standards aligned to programme requirements
• Leading OT/IT boundary definition and network segmentation design (Purdue model / IEC 62443)
• Providing architectural assurance and technical governance across the programme
• Engaging with cross-functional engineering, security, and programme leadership teams
• Driving OT cyber security strategy and NCSC-aligned secure-by-design principles
• Supporting DRACAS, configuration management, and architecture change control processes
• Interfacing with MOD stakeholders and contributing to technical reviews and audits

What We’re Looking For

• Active, current Developed Vetting (DV) clearance
• Proven background in OT architecture within a defence, CNI, or regulated industrial environment
• Strong familiarity with IEC 62443, NIST SP 800-82, and/or equivalent OT security frameworks
• Experience with SCADA, ICS, PLC, or embedded/real-time systems architecture
• Solid understanding of OT/IT convergence, network segmentation, and secure system design
• Comfortable operating within formal systems engineering environments (e.g. MBSE, DODAF, NAF)
• Ability to communicate complex architectural concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience in safety-critical or high-integrity systems is highly desirable

CROSS DOMAIN SME

RATE: 700 - 850 a day
LOCATION: Preston, Lancashire
DURATION: 12 Months +
SECTOR: Defence & CNI
CLEARANCE: Active DV Required

THE OPPORTUNITY
We are working exclusively with a globally recognised prime defence contractor to identify a subject matter expert in Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) for a complex, high-assurance programme based in Preston. This is a senior, technically demanding role at the heart of a programme operating across multiple security domains and classification levels.
You will provide deep technical expertise across the design, implementation, and assurance of cross domain transfer mechanisms - working closely with architects, security teams, and accreditors to ensure solutions meet the stringent requirements of a highly classified defence environment.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Acting as the programme’s technical authority on all Cross Domain Solution matters
• Defining and owning CDS architecture, design patterns, and security controls
• Leading the evaluation, selection, and integration of accredited CDS products and technologies
• Working with security architects and accreditors to achieve and maintain system accreditation
• Providing SME input to risk assessments, HMG/MOD security reviews, and technical audits
• Developing and reviewing CDS-related security documentation (RMADS, SyOps, TRA)
• Advising on data guard design, content filtering, and information flow policy enforcement
• Liaising with NCSC, DSTL, and other government bodies as required by the programme
• Supporting transition and integration activity across classification boundaries

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Active, current Developed Vetting (DV) clearance - non-negotiable
• Demonstrable SME-level expertise in Cross Domain Solutions within a UK defence or government environment
• Deep understanding of HMG information assurance policy, JSP 440, JSP 604, and SPF requirements
• Hands-on experience with accredited CDS products (e.g. Nexor, Owl, Forcepoint, or equivalent)
• Strong understanding of data guard architectures, content inspection, and policy enforcement engines
• Familiarity with MOD/DSTL accreditation and risk management processes (RMADS, ISO 27001)
• Experience producing and reviewing security case documentation for high-classification systems
• Ability to engage credibly with senior stakeholders, accreditors, and government technical authorities
• Prior experience on UK defence programmes at SECRET or above is highly desirable

Job title: Cyber Incident Response Consultant (Contractor)
Contract: Six Months (possibility of extension)
Location: Basingstoke (X3 days onsite; X2 working remote)

Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Cyber Incident Response Consultant to support our cybersecurity function on a contract basis. The consultant will be responsible for collaborating with organisation stakeholders in developing, updating, and enhancing a comprehensive set of tactical and operational cyber incident response documents, including the Incident Response Plan, Communication Plan, Incident Response Playbooks, and Containment & Eradication procedures.

This engagement is focused on delivering high-quality, actionable documentation and strengthening the organisation’s overall incident response capability. The consultant will work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with business operations, technology, and regulatory requirements.

IR Technical Capability Maturity Assessment
* Evaluate and report on the organisation’s technical capabilities and maturity against IR Detection & Analysis, Containment, Eradication, & Recovery domains using industry maturity model.

Develop & Maintain Incident Response Documentation
* Produce and refine the organisation’s Incident Response Plan (IRP).
* Build clear and consistent internal and external incident communication workflows.
* Develop detailed incident response playbooks, such as ransomware, business email compromise (BEC), data breach, insider threat, malware outbreak, DDoS attack, cloud service compromise. (Final scenarios to be agreed during discovery.)

Strengthen Organisational Incident Preparedness
* Conduct discovery sessions with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
* Review existing security processes, tools, and architecture to ensure documentation reflects current environments.
* Support tabletop exercise planning and incorporate lessons learned into documentation.
* Provide expert guidance and recommendations to improve cyber readiness.

Build Containment & Eradication Frameworks
* Develop clear, structured containment strategies for different incident types.
* Create eradication and recovery guidance aligned with operational capabilities.
* Ensure all procedures support legal, compliance, and evidence-preservation requirements.

Align with Standards & Regulatory Expectations
* Ensure all documentation aligns with CIS Controls.
* Ensure materials support relevant legal and regulatory expectations as appropriate for the organisation.
Collaborate Across the Business
* Work closely with SOC staff, IT teams, legal, risk, compliance, communications, and senior leadership.
* Convert technical details and threat intelligence into clear, actionable steps appropriate for operational use.

Required Experience & Skills
* Proven experience (typically 5+ years) in incident response, SOC operations, cybersecurity consulting, or GRC.
* Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality IR documentation and playbooks for medium-to-large organisations.
* Deep understanding of modern threat actors, attack methodologies, and incident response life cycle.
* Experience across cloud (Azure, AWS) and on-premise enterprise environments.
* Exceptional written communication skills and ability to deliver polished, structured documentation.
* Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and drive deliverables with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience
* GCIH, GCFA, CISSP, or equivalent security certifications.
* Experience working within regulated sectors (financial services, healthcare, government, critical infrastructure).
* Prior participation in or leadership of real-world cyber incident response activities.
* Familiarity with identity governance, EDR platforms, SIEM tooling, and cloud security architecture.

Why This Engagement Matters
The Cyber Incident Response Preparation Consultant plays a crucial role in elevating the organisation’s cyber maturity and readiness. Through the development of robust documentation and playbooks, the consultant will help ensure the organisation can respond rapidly, effectively, and consistently to modern cyber threats.

Contract Role - Security Architect

Location: Hybrid - Wokingham or Warwick (1-2 days onsite per week)
Contract: 6 months (likely extension)
IR35: Inside IR35
Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance Required

Role Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Security Architect to support a major internal programme responsible for delivering capabilities that underpin critical infrastructure operations.

This role will embed within an agile delivery programme while also contributing to the wider Security Architecture Community of Practice, working alongside enterprise and domain security architects to strengthen security architecture practices across the organisation.

The successful candidate will provide security architecture leadership for an internal application within the programme, ensuring security is Embedded throughout the development life cycle using secure-by-design and shift-left principles.

You will work closely with engineering, architecture, and delivery teams to ensure security risks are identified early, appropriate controls are designed, and systems are resilient against evolving threats.

Key Responsibilities

Programme Security Architecture

• Own the security architecture for an internal application supporting critical infrastructure programmes.
• Embed secure-by-design and shift-left practices within agile delivery teams.
• Work closely with engineers and product teams to ensure security is integrated into design and development activities.
• Provide architectural guidance across agile sprints and feature releases.

Security Risk & Threat Analysis

• Conduct threat modelling independently across application and platform designs.
• Perform risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and architectural weaknesses.
• Design appropriate security controls, including identifying where compensating controls may be required.
• Provide security architecture input into release planning and technical decision making.

Security Architecture Governance

• Ensure solutions align with organisational security policies, regulatory obligations, and industry best practice.
• Maintain clear and accessible security architecture documentation.
• Support security-related incident response activities where architectural insight is required.

Community of Practice Contribution

• Contribute to the Security Architecture Community of Practice, supporting the maturity of the clients security architecture capability.
• Help identify capability gaps and support the development of consistent approaches across teams, including:

• Threat modelling frameworks
• Secure development life cycle practices
• Security architecture standards

• Provide ad-hoc security architecture support across other programmes where needed.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Active SC Clearance (recently lapsed clearance may be considered for exceptional candidates).
• Strong experience as an application or Software Security Architect.
• Demonstrable experience embedding security within agile development environments.
• Proven ability to conduct threat modelling independently.
• Strong experience in designing security controls (architectural level rather than hands-on implementation).
• Strong expertise in containerised services and container security.
• Experience working with DevSecOps practices and secure SDLC frameworks.
• Ability to communicate complex security concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience supporting systems operating within regulated or high-assurance environments.

Desirable Experience

• Experience within the energy, utilities, or similar highly regulated sectors.
• Experience supporting systems related to critical infrastructure operations.
• Familiarity with large-scale enterprise transformation programmes.

Working Model

This role follows a hybrid working model, with 1-2 days per week onsite in either:

• Wokingham
• Warwick

Attendance onsite may vary depending on team collaboration needs and programme milestones.

Interview Process

The recruitment process consists of two stages conducted via Microsoft Teams:

Stage 1 - Informal/Cultural Fit Interview
Discussion around experience, approach to security architecture, and team fit.

Stage 2 - Technical Competency Interview
Panel interview assessing practical capability in areas such as:

• Threat modelling
• Secure architecture design
• DevSecOps practices
• Security risk management

We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.

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We're Hiring: Cyber Security / Solutions Engineer (MSP) London Hybrid working We're partnering with a fast-growing Managed IT Services Provider in the creative industry, supporting 5,000+ users across 100+ businesses. Built on great people, strong culture, and a relentless focus on quality, this is a brilliant opportunity to join a company that genuinely invests in its engineers. They're now looking for a Cyber Security-focused Solutions Engineer to help secure client environments and act as a trusted security advisor. What you'll be doing: Designing and implementing security solutions (firewalls, endpoint, cloud security) Leading incident response and remediation activities Conducting vulnerability assessments & penetration testing Implementing security monitoring, reporting & best practices Advising clients on Cyber Essentials, CE+, GDPR, ISO 27001 & NIST Working closely with clients and mentoring junior engineers What they're looking for: Strong hands-on cyber security experience within an MSP or similar environment Firewall experience (Palo Alto, Fortinet) EDR / endpoint protection (Microsoft Defender, Sophos, Bitdefender) Network & cloud security knowledge (Azure, AWS, VPNs, VLANs, DNS) Incident response & vulnerability management experience Cyber Essentials / CE+ knowledge or certification Confident communicator, comfortable in client-facing scenarios What's on offer: Hybrid & flexible working (including WFH Fridays) 22 days holiday + bank holidays (rising to 25) Ongoing training, certifications & career development Funded socials, staff awards & referral bonuses Inclusive, people-first culture The client is looking to fill this opportunity immediately, so please apply ASAP or feel free to drop me an email with any questions to . com. SER-IN

CROSS DOMAIN SME

RATE: £700 - £850 a day
LOCATION: Preston, Lancashire
DURATION: 12 Months +
SECTOR: Defence & CNI
CLEARANCE: Active DV Required

THE OPPORTUNITY
We are working exclusively with a globally recognised prime defence contractor to identify a subject matter expert in Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) for a complex, high-assurance programme based in Preston. This is a senior, technically demanding role at the heart of a programme operating across multiple security domains and classification levels.
You will provide deep technical expertise across the design, implementation, and assurance of cross domain transfer mechanisms - working closely with architects, security teams, and accreditors to ensure solutions meet the stringent requirements of a highly classified defence environment.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Acting as the programme’s technical authority on all Cross Domain Solution matters
• Defining and owning CDS architecture, design patterns, and security controls
• Leading the evaluation, selection, and integration of accredited CDS products and technologies
• Working with security architects and accreditors to achieve and maintain system accreditation
• Providing SME input to risk assessments, HMG/MOD security reviews, and technical audits
• Developing and reviewing CDS-related security documentation (RMADS, SyOps, TRA)
• Advising on data guard design, content filtering, and information flow policy enforcement
• Liaising with NCSC, DSTL, and other government bodies as required by the programme
• Supporting transition and integration activity across classification boundaries

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Active, current Developed Vetting (DV) clearance - non-negotiable
• Demonstrable SME-level expertise in Cross Domain Solutions within a UK defence or government environment
• Deep understanding of HMG information assurance policy, JSP 440, JSP 604, and SPF requirements
• Hands-on experience with accredited CDS products (eg Nexor, Owl, Forcepoint, or equivalent)
• Strong understanding of data guard architectures, content inspection, and policy enforcement engines
• Familiarity with MOD/DSTL accreditation and risk management processes (RMADS, ISO 27001)
• Experience producing and reviewing security case documentation for high-classification systems
• Ability to engage credibly with senior stakeholders, accreditors, and government technical authorities
• Prior experience on UK defence programmes at SECRET or above is highly desirable

Rate: £700 - £850 a day
Location: Preston, Lancashire
Duration: 12 months +
Clearance: UKSV Developed Vetting (DV)
Work Pattern: On-site/Preston

The Opportunity
We are working exclusively with a globally recognised prime defence contractor to identify experienced OT Architects for a critical, long-running programme based in Preston. This is a technically demanding role Embedded within a complex, highly secure programme environment supporting some of the UK’s most sensitive national infrastructure.

You will operate at the intersection of Operational Technology, cybersecurity architecture, and systems engineering - shaping the OT landscape across a multi-platform, safety-critical programme. The work is genuinely consequential and the technical challenge significant.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Designing and owning end-to-end OT architecture across complex, multi-domain systems
• Developing reference architectures, patterns, and standards aligned to programme requirements
• Leading OT/IT boundary definition and network segmentation design (Purdue model/IEC 62443)
• Providing architectural assurance and technical governance across the programme
• Engaging with cross-functional engineering, security, and programme leadership teams
• Driving OT cyber security strategy and NCSC-aligned secure-by-design principles
• Supporting DRACAS, configuration management, and architecture change control processes
• Interfacing with MOD stakeholders and contributing to technical reviews and audits

What We’re Looking For

• Active, current Developed Vetting (DV) clearance
• Proven background in OT architecture within a defence, CNI, or regulated industrial environment
• Strong familiarity with IEC 62443, NIST SP 800-82, and/or equivalent OT security frameworks
• Experience with SCADA, ICS, PLC, or Embedded/Real Time systems architecture
• Solid understanding of OT/IT convergence, network segmentation, and secure system design
• Comfortable operating within formal systems engineering environments (eg MBSE, DODAF, NAF)
• Ability to communicate complex architectural concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience in safety-critical or high-integrity systems is highly desirable

Ready to Work on Security Projects That Make an Impact?

You know how to install and commission security systems to a high standard. You take pride in getting things right first time, solving problems on-site, and delivering great results for customers. But if you’re looking for a place where your technical skills genuinely matter, OLS Ltd could be the perfect fit.

We’re a family-run business with a strong reputation, steady work, and a hands-on, supportive culture. encouraging teamwork, respect, and meaningful security projects that help protect our customers. If you want to be part of a team that values your contribution, this could be your next step.

We’re looking for a Security Systems Engineer who enjoys working with modern technology, delivers quality work, and wants long-term career growth. If you’re technically strong, proactive, and committed to excellence, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Be Doing

As our Security Systems Engineer, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-end security solutions for our customers. You will:

• Install and commission Access Control, IP CCTV, and integrated security systems
• Ensure all installations meet SSAIB and OLS quality standards
• Configure and fine-tune systems to meet project specifications
• Carry out technical troubleshooting and resolve issues efficiently
• Provide clear, accurate work reports including images and customer sign-off
• Maintain correct use of OLS systems, tools, and processes
• Train customers on system operation and best practice
• Act as the main on-site contact on large-scale security projects
• Collaborate with Project Managers, suppliers, and internal teams
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute ideas
• Manage van stock and ensure accurate parts usage reporting
• Work in accordance with site rules, safety standards, and hygiene requirements

Why You’ll Enjoy Working at OLS Ltd

No Red Tape: We trust our engineers to make decisions and deliver quality work

Supportive Team: A friendly, collaborative environment with hands-on support

Advanced Technology: Work with modern, cloud-based systems and leading brands

Work-Life Balance: No weekend work

Professional Development: Continuous training and clear progression opportunities

Field-Based Variety: Every day is different, visiting a range of customer sites. Must be willing to travel and overnight stays when necessary

Work Environment & Requirements

• Field-based role with travel between project sites
• Occasional overnight stays when required
• Must follow all OLS and site health & safety policies
• Responsible for accurate system use, documentation, and customer sign-off
• Expected to maintain a clean, organised workspace with a “clean as you go” approach

Benefits

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Up to £35k (subject to experience)
• Company shutdown from 24th December to New Year
• Birthday off after 2 years
• Pension scheme
• Private healthcare via Westfield
• Regular reviews, structured training, and long-term career development

Skills, Qualifications & Training

• Hands-on experience with security installations
• knowledge of Access Control, IP CCTV & security networking
• Experience in installing containment
• Confident in troubleshooting and problem-solving
• ECS and IPAF certifications (or willingness to gain them)
• Must meet BS7858 security vetting requirements

Personal Skills

• Clear and confident communication
• Highly motivated with strong attention to detail
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Professional, positive, and customer-focused

Experience

• At least 2 years installing and supporting integrated security solutions
• Experience working on large-scale or complex security projects

Job Title: Infrastructure and Security Engineer
Location: York - Hybrid (4 days in office)
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000

Why Apply?

This Infrastructure and Security Engineer opportunity in York offers the chance to work within a cloud-first, Microsoft-led domain supporting both UK and USA operations in a Azure cloud environment. The role is suited to an experienced engineer who seeks ownership, security-led design, and continuous improvement. It is an excellent opportunity for professionals seeking a full-time Infrastructure and Security Engineer role with flexible working and long-term career development in IT and cyber security careers.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work as part of a small but skilled team in the heart of York. This organisation is one of our longstanding clients and people opt to stay with the business for a long time, they offer a great place to work!

Responsibilities

• Build, maintain, and secure Azure infrastructure to ensure availability, resilience, and performance.
• Lead on cloud security architecture, including identity management, access controls, and threat mitigation.
• Act as a senior escalation point for complex infrastructure and security incidents.
• Deliver cloud migration, optimisation, and security enhancement initiatives.
• Administer endpoint management solutions using Microsoft Intune and Group Policy.
• Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting through Azure Monitor and security tooling.
• Maintain patching, backup, and disaster recovery processes.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in infrastructure and security engineering roles within enterprise environments.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of Microsoft Azure, including networking, governance, and security controls.
• Proven expertise in Microsoft 365 security, Azure AD (Entra ID), Conditional Access, and endpoint protection.
• Demonstrated experience with automation and scripting using tools like PowerShell and Bash.
• Solid understanding of incident management, vulnerability remediation, and continuity planning.
• Confident communicator capable of working with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Willingness to participate in very occasional out-of-hours support.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

Senior Security & Technology Consultants

Location: Warton, UK (On-Site - 5 Days per Week)

Overview

We are seeking experienced Security & Technology Professionals to support critical programmes in a secure defence environment. These roles span architecture, assurance, operations, and technical delivery disciplines and require individuals who can operate effectively within highly regulated, mission-critical settings.

All positions are based full-time on-site in Warton (5 days per week) and require candidates to hold a current and valid MOD DV clearance at the time of application.

Scope of Opportunities

We are hiring across multiple security and technology disciplines, including:

• Security Architects
• Security Assurers
• Information Security Consultants
• SOC Analysts
• OT Architects
• Cross Domain SMEs
• IT Administrators
• Service Managers
• Product Security Managers
• Penetration Testing Specialists
• Technical Project / Programme Managers

Key Responsibilities (Role Dependent)

Security Architecture & Design

• Define and review secure architectures across enterprise IT and OT environments.
• Act as technical authority for secure system design and implementation.
• Lead threat modelling, risk assessments, and security design reviews.
• Ensure compliance with defence security standards and secure-by-design principles.

Security Assurance & Governance

• Deliver independent security assurance across programmes.
• Support accreditation activities and compliance reviews.
• Develop and maintain security documentation, standards, and risk registers.

Security Operations & SOC

• Monitor, analyse, and respond to security events and incidents.
• Strengthen detection, response, and resilience capabilities.
• Support vulnerability management and remediation activities.

OT & Cross Domain Security

• Provide expertise in Operational Technology environments.
• Design and assure secure cross-domain solutions and data transfer mechanisms.
• Evaluate network segregation and high-assurance controls.

Penetration Testing & Vulnerability Management

• Conduct or oversee penetration testing engagements.
• Assess vulnerabilities and validate remediation strategies.
• Support red/blue team activities where required.

Service & Product Security

• Embed security into live service management processes.
• Act as Product Security lead across development lifecycles.
• Integrate DevSecOps controls and secure SDLC practices.

Technical Delivery & Programme Support

• Manage security-focused technical workstreams.
• Provide governance reporting to senior stakeholders.
• Translate technical risks into business impact and mitigation plans.

Essential Requirements

• Valid and transferable MOD DV clearance (mandatory).
• Availability to work on-site in Warton, 5 days per week.
• Strong background in one or more of the listed security disciplines.
• Experience working in secure, defence, or highly regulated environments.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, TOGAF, CREST, cloud certifications).

months +

+On site in Warton

+Inside IR35

+DV cleared role

Skills:

+Security Architect

+MOD

+DV clearance

Location: On-site, Warton
Clearance: DV (Developed Vetting) - mandatory

We are looking for a DV-cleared Security Architect to work on a high-profile defence programme on site in Warton. You will lead the design and assurance of secure systems, ensuring compliance with MOD security standards and embedding security by design across infrastructure, applications, and networks.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Security Architect in defence, government, or secure environments.
• Strong knowledge of security architecture, risk management, and secure system design.
• Experience with secure networks, classified systems, and system accreditation.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and documentation skills.
• Active DV clearance required.

Desirable:

• Experience with MOD/aerospace programmes, cloud security in secure contexts, and zero trust architectures.

If you’d like to discuss this role in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.