Cyber Security Specialist

• Rate: £500 Outside IR35
• Project Duration: Initial 3 months
• Hybrid: 3 days onsite a week (Liverpool Street)

Cyber Security Contractor | Outside IR35 Contract

• Rate: £500
• Hybrid: 3 days per week onsite (Liverpool Street)
• Industry: Financial Services/Highly regulated environment
• Duration: Initial 3 months (Potential extension)

Job Summary:
Our client, financial services sector, is seeking a highly skilled Cyber Security Specialist to deliver hands-on security improvements with a deep technical expertise across modern security platforms, including Netskope, CrowdStrike, Microsoft Purview, and Mimecast. They've already built out a solid security stack and are planning to implement CyberArk for IAM/PAM, with a lot of audits going on. They're looking for someone to help tighten and improve the security controls. Key must-have experience includes leading and executing end-to-end Cyber Essentials Plus recertification, helping implement IAM/PAM, and reviewing and strengthening Purview DLP. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience in regulated industries and a track record of delivering practical security solutions with minimal supervision.

Key Requirements:

• Implement and optimize Netskope Layer 7 security policies while identifying and resolving configuration gaps
• Provide security expertise during the migration from AirWatch to Microsoft Intune
• Lead the organizations Cyber Essentials Plus recertification process and related compliance work
• Enhance Microsoft Purview configurations including DLP controls and data classification frameworks
• Deliver security monitoring support and participate in incident response activities when required
• Develop a centralized Trust Centre and standardized documentation for vendor security assessments

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Strong technical expertise with Mimecast, Netskope, CrowdStrike, CyberArk, and Microsoft Purview platforms
• Must-have experience leading or implementing Cyber Essentials Plus certification programs
• Strong experience assisting on CyberArk implementation
• Extensive working with Purview DLP enhancement
• In-depth understanding of security architectures within Microsoft 365/Azure ecosystems and E5 environments
• Professional experience within regulated sectors, particularly financial services industries
• Self-sufficient working style with the capability to manage deliverables autonomously and apply practical security approaches
• Effective communication skills for collaboration across technical and business-focused audiences

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