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Senior IT Security Officer
6 Month Contract - ASAP start
Birmingham - 3 days on site
Inside IR35
500 - 550
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and proactive IT Security professional to play a critical role in the management and continuous improvement of the Security Operations function through safeguarding the information and technology systems.
This company is at the heart of the British transport network and are considered as a huge part within the UK's expansion plans. As the company continues to grow, they are looking to bring on a Senior IT Security Officer to keep up with the high demand.
In this varied role you will be accountable for a broad range of Security Operations activities, including proactive monitoring, incident response, threat and vulnerability management, managing the external Security Operations Centre (SOC) partnership and developing security capabilities. You will also play a key part in providing expert technical advice for risk assessments and compliance initiatives.
The ideal candidate will possess strong experience in managing and delivering security operations, including planning vulnerability assessments and penetration testing, investigating security breaches, maintaining operational security processes, maturity assessments and actively contributing technical expertise to risk management. An understanding of ISO27001 and Power BI would be beneficial and having previous experience with government policies such as GovAssure or Secure by Design.
This is a fantastic opportunity to directly impact the security and resilience of a major national infrastructure project, manage key security functions, and promote a culture of security, compliance, and identity across a critical programme.
The Role:
- Lead Security Operations (SecOps).
- Manage SOC and build capabilities.
- Advise on risk assessments.
- Ensure security compliance.
- 3 Days onsite in Birmingham
The Person:
- Experience managing penetration testing and breach investigation.
- Able to advise on risk and conduct maturity assessments.
- Have an understanding of ISO27001 and Power BI.
- Desirable to have familiarity with GovAssure/Secure by Design
Reference Number: BBBH
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This vacancy is being advertised by Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd. The services of Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd are that of an Employment Agency
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