Cyber and Information Security

SAP S/4HANA SD Lead ConsultantSalary: £95,000 to £110,000 + Benefits Location: Coventry Working Pattern: Hybrid, 3 days per week onsite Job Type: Permanent Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Full TimeA globally recognised technology organisation is looking for an experienced SAP S/4HANA SD Lead Consultant to join its team, delivering a major enterprise-scale SAP transformation within the retail sector. This is a senior SAP position combining hands-on SAP S/4HANA Sales & Distribution expertise with solution architecture and technical leadership. You will help shape the architecture and delivery of complex S/4HANA solutions, working closely with senior business stakeholders, IT Product Managers and engineering teams.The successful candidate must have significant retail industry experience and hold an SAP S/4HANA SD certification. Essential Skills & ExperienceExtensive experience with SAP S/4HANA Sales & Distribution (SD).Proven experience operating as an SAP Solution Architect, Lead Consultant or equivalent senior SAP professional.Experience delivering large-scale SAP S/4HANA transformation programmes.SAP S/4HANA SD certification - mandatory.Significant retail industry experience - mandatory.Deep functional expertise across Sales & Distribution.Strong knowledge of Master Data, Pricing, Billing, Taxes, Account Posting and Sales Documents.Hands-on experience configuring Material Master, Customer Master and Pricing Procedures.Strong understanding of Supply Chain and Logistics Execution processes.Knowledge of Procurement, Inventory Management and Invoice Processing.Experience with output determination and batch management.Strong understanding of the complete SAP delivery lifecycle, including requirements gathering, solution design, development, testing, training and documentation.Experience translating complex business requirements into enterprise SAP solutions.Strong stakeholder management and consulting capabilities.Understanding of software engineering, quality and testing standards.Desirable Skills & ExperienceMultiple SAP S/4HANA implementations within a consultancy or systems integrator environment.Experience leading greenfield S/4HANA transformations.Experience migrating data from SAP ECC or legacy platforms to S/4HANA.Extensive experience across both SAP ECC and S/4HANA SD.Experience delivering major commercial transformation programmes within retail.Understanding of microservices and event-driven architecture.Knowledge of performance engineering, resilience and reliability-focused design. If you are an experienced SAP S/4HANA SD Lead Consultant or Solution Architect with strong retail experience and an SAP S/4HANA SD certification, please apply with your most up-to-date CV and contact details to find out more.

Data Protection Lead - £650 per day - 6 Month ContractRate: £650 per day IR35: Inside Location: Hybrid - London, Bristol or Manchester Contract: 6 months (extendable)The Role:A Central Government organisation is looking for a hands-on Data Protection Lead to support major digital delivery programmes. This is not a strategic DPO role. We need someone who is still close to the detail - someone who enjoys getting into the weeds, writing DPIAs, assessing privacy risks and working directly with developers, software engineers, data architects and product teams. You'll embed Privacy by Design into digital products and help delivery teams navigate GDPR, data sharing and privacy risks in a pragmatic way - using data protection to enable delivery, not block it.What we're looking forProven, hands-on experience producing DPIAs and delivering Privacy by Design within digital/technical projectsExperience working directly with developers, software engineers, data architects and product teamsStrong working knowledge of GDPR and data protection, ideally gained on large-scale transformation or digital programmesComfortable working with ambiguity and finding pragmatic solutions to manage privacy riskConfident engaging with senior stakeholders and communicating clear recommendations and risksStrong interpersonal skills - collaborative, approachable and able to work independentlyGovernment or large-scale digital delivery experience highly desirableData sharing experience and qualifications such as CIPP/E, CIPT or CIPM desirableThe key requirement: you must be a practitioner who is still doing the work - particularly DPIAs and Privacy by Design in a digital delivery environment. Strategic-only data protection/DPO backgrounds are unlikely to be suitable.

Senior User Researcher - Contract - SC Cleared£650 per day | 6 Month Contract | Inside IR35 Location: London / Hybrid Clearance: SC ClearedThe RoleWe're looking for an experienced Senior User Researcher to join a Government Cyber environment, working across complex services and specialist user communities. You'll lead research across discovery and delivery, using a range of qualitative and quantitative methods to understand complex user needs and influence product and service development. You'll need to be confident championing research through to senior stakeholders in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.Essential ExperienceSenior User Researcher experience within Government or the public sector - minimum 2 years at a similar level.Experience researching with specialist users with complex needs.Strong hands-on experience across interviews, moderated research, stakeholder interviews and quantitative analysis.Proven ability to champion user research and communicate findings to senior stakeholders.Experience working across Agile teams and discovery/research phases.DesirablePrevious experience with Government Cyber business needs or Cyber Services product developmentExperience establishing and championing a User Research function.If available and interested please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further

Senior Delivery Manager - Cyber Security - £650pd - SC ClearedContract: 6 Months Rate: Up to £650 per day Location: Remote / Ad-Hoc site visits Clearance: Active SC Clearance IR35: Inside IR35The RoleA leading Central Government organisation is seeking a Senior Delivery Manager to join a cyber security-focused digital and technology programme. You will lead a cross-functional team delivering products and services supporting government cyber threat, vulnerability and incident management.In this role, you will:Lead cross-functional teams delivering cyber security-focused digital products and services.Work closely with developers, architects and technical specialists to maintain delivery pace.Identify and remove blockers, manage priorities and understand team capacity.Work with senior stakeholders on progress, risks and delivery outcomes.Coach teams and embed effective Agile and Lean delivery practices.About YouExperienced Senior Delivery Manager with a background in Government digital, technology or cyber security, ideally with exposure to threat, vulnerability or incident management. You will be confident leading multidisciplinary technical teams, managing senior stakeholders and delivering at pace. If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.

Security Architect / Cyber Security Consultant - 12-Month ContractRate: £700 per dayIR35: InsideLocation: Warwick (3 days per week on-site)The role:A leading organisation is seeking a Security Architect to provide security direction across complex, multi-workstream programmes, ensuring secure-by-design delivery across digital and infrastructure initiatives.The role will focus on defining security architecture, assessing risk in regulated environments, and working closely with delivery teams, suppliers, and security leadership to ensure secure integration of systems and platforms.Essential experience:Security architecture - 3-6 years' experience defining and owning security architecture across complex enterprise or multi-workstream programmes.CDE & BIM security - Hands-on experience securing Common Data Environments and BIM solutions, ideally aligned to ISO 19650.API & integration security - Proven experience conducting API security risk assessments and securing enterprise integrations.Regulated environments - Experience working with data security in regulated sectors, ideally energy or Critical National Infrastructure.Stakeholder communication - Strong communication skills with the ability to engage across technical teams, suppliers, and security leadership in agile environments.If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss further.

Senior OT Security Engineer Salary: up to £85,000 + Bonus + Benefits Location: Royal Leamington Spa - 3/week Working Hours: 40 hours per week - Full time Job Type: PermanentA globally established organisation is seeking an experienced Senior OT Security Engineer to support and enhance cyber security across large-scale industrial and manufacturing environments.This Senior OT Security Engineer role will focus on strengthening OT security posture, improving visibility across operational technology environments, and optimising enterprise OT security tooling with a strong focus on the Armis Centrix platform.Responsibilities for the Senior OT Security Engineer:Manage and optimise the Armis Centrix platform across plant and OT environmentsReview and improve OT security architecture, collector deployment and asset coverageStandardise and enhance Armis configurations aligned to best practicesTune alerts, reduce false positives and improve threat visibilityImprove asset inventory, vulnerability management and reporting accuracyDesign and implement new OT threat detection use casesDevelop reporting across assets, vulnerabilities and OT threatsCollaborate with plant teams, vendors and security stakeholders to align operational and security requirementsSupport incident management, automation and OT security operations processesEssential Skills for the Senior OT Security Engineer:Strong experience within OT / ICS Security environmentsHands-on experience with the Armis Centrix platform or similarStrong understanding of PLC, DCS, MES and SCADA systemsStrong knowledge of OT network infrastructure and architectureExperience with vulnerability management and security operations within OT environmentsUnderstanding of security technologies including: IAM, EDR, Firewalls, PKI, DLP, DAMExperience with SIEM technologies such as: Google Chronicle, Splunk ES & QRadarExperience with log source integration, correlation rules and parser developmentStrong stakeholder engagement and communication skillsDesirable Skills for the Senior OT Security Engineer:Experience within manufacturing, utilities, healthcare or energy sectorsExposure to AWS or cloud operationsExperience supporting global industrial environmentsExperience within Agile delivery environmentsIf you are an experienced OT Security professional looking to work across complex industrial environments with modern OT cyber technologies, this role offers strong technical ownership and exposure to enterprise-scale security operations.

Microsoft Security Engineer (Defender / Purview / Entra ID)Salary: Up to £70,000 + Bonus + BenefitsLocation: Central London - Hybrid (3 days per week onsite)Job Type: PermanentA globally established organisation is seeking a Microsoft Security Engineer to strengthen its security capability across identity, endpoint, data protection and threat detection.This role will focus on leveraging the Microsoft security stack, including Defender XDR, Purview and Entra ID, to protect enterprise systems, manage risk and respond to security threats. You will work closely with internal teams to enhance security posture, implement controls and support ongoing improvements across the environment.Responsibilities for the Microsoft Security Engineer:Implement and manage Microsoft Defender XDR across endpoint, identity, email and cloud environmentsDesign and maintain Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and Information Protection policies using Microsoft PurviewMonitor, investigate and respond to security threats, incidents and vulnerabilitiesConfigure and manage identity and access controls using Microsoft Entra ID, including Conditional Access and MFAImplement and maintain Privileged Identity Management (PIM/PAM) and secure access policiesConduct proactive threat hunting and support incident response activitiesSecure cloud applications and endpoints, ensuring alignment with security best practicesSupport eDiscovery, audit and data governance requirements using Microsoft PurviewWork with internal teams and external partners to improve overall security postureProduce documentation, reporting and insights on security performance and risksEssential Skills for the Microsoft Security Engineer:Strong experience working within cybersecurity roles focused on Microsoft security technologiesHands-on experience with Microsoft Defender XDR, Microsoft Purview and Entra IDExperience implementing DLP, identity security and endpoint protection solutionsStrong understanding of authentication protocols such as SAML, OAuth and OpenID ConnectExperience with PowerShell scripting for automation and administrationUnderstanding of security frameworks and threat models such as MITRE ATT&CKRelevant Microsoft certifications such as SC-200, SC-300 or SC-400Desirable Skills for the Microsoft Security Engineer:CISSP or equivalent security certificationStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilityExperience working within fast-paced, enterprise environmentsStrong stakeholder communication and collaboration skillsIf you are a Microsoft-focused security professional looking to work across Defender, Purview and identity security within a complex enterprise environment, this role offers strong exposure to modern security technologies and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.Microsoft Security Engineer (Defender / Purview / Entra ID)

Cyber Transformation Lead - £630pd - Outside IR35 - SC ClearedDuration: 12-month ContractRate: £630 per dayR35: OutsideLocation: 2 days a week in Warrington (the rest remote)The role:A secure Government institution requires interim expertise to accelerate strategic cyber security transformation in support the Cyber Security & Information Assurance function.The appointed person will support the development and implementation of cyber policies and standards, uplift security culture and awareness, establish cyber profession standards, oversee portfolio alignment to strategy, deliver horizon scanning and leadership briefings, support assurance activities, and contribute to senior level incident readiness, all aligned to strategy and statutory obligations.Scope of Services:The ASW be engaged as an Interim Cyber Transformation Lead to:Act as an internal cyber advisor aligned with strategy and organisational objectives.Lead/coordinate the resolution of complex/high profile cyber issues and facilitate stakeholder engagement.Develop, refresh, and embed cyber policies, standards, and procedures; track adoption/compliance.Provide portfolio oversight and RAG reporting; escalate and drive remediation of misalignments.Conduct horizon scanning and brief leadership on implications and recommendations.Plan and deliver awareness, education, and role-based training initiatives with metrics.Support the establishment of cyber profession standards with HR/L&DAssumptions & DependenciesTimely access to stakeholders, systems, repositories, and tooling (e.g., policy library, LMS, phishing platform, service management/SIEM, PMO data).Availability of policy owners and project managers for reviews and attestations.SL will provide required clearances, facilities, and collaboration tools. If you are available and interested, please respond with a copy of your CV and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.

Cyber Security Analyst Salary: Up to £70,000 + Bonus + Benefits Location: London - 3-5 days per week onsite Working Hours: 40 hours per week - Full timeA globally established organisation is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst to join its Security Operations function, playing a key role in strengthening cyber resilience and protecting critical enterprise systems. This is a hands-on operational security role focused on threat detection, incident response and continuous improvement of security monitoring capabilities.The position of Cyber Security Analyst is suited to an experienced security professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys investigative work and can collaborate effectively across technical and business stakeholders.Responsibilities for the Cyber Security Analyst:Monitor, investigate and respond to security alerts across SIEM platforms and ticketing systems, managing incidents through to resolutionParticipate in an on-call rota to support live security incidentsManage incident queues and approvals within IT service management toolsAct as a subject matter expert for nominated security technologies, ensuring effective configuration and optimisationSupport assurance activities relating to Managed Security Service ProvidersMaintain and enhance SecOps processes and documentation to enable knowledge sharingInvestigate security events, perform vulnerability analysis and support remediation activitiesAnalyse cyber threat intelligence and translate insights into actionable detection improvementsProcess indicators of compromise and indicators of attack to enhance detection rulesConduct proactive threat hunting based on emerging threatsPerform confidential eDiscovery investigations and present findings where requiredCollaborate with IT teams and stakeholders to strengthen overall security postureEssential Skills for the Cyber Security Analyst:Strong experience in security use case development and security tooling operationsPractical experience with SIEM platforms and vulnerability management solutionsSolid understanding of Security Operations processes and incident response frameworksKnowledge of networking fundamentals, IAM, perimeter controls and operating systemsUnderstanding of cloud security controls and container securityExperience with EDR tooling and familiarity with the MITRE ATT&CK frameworkExperience with scripting or basic coding for automationExperience conducting investigations including eDiscoveryIndustry recognised security certifications such as CISSP, GIAC or CEHStrong analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder communication skillsAbility to perform effectively under pressure during security incidentsDesirable Skills for the Cyber Security Analyst:Exposure to retail sector environmentsExperience working with Managed Security Service ProvidersStrong collaboration and influencing capabilityCuriosity around emerging cyber threats and defensive strategiesIf you are an experienced Cyber Security Analyst with strong investigative capability and a passion for proactive security operations, please apply in the immediate instance.Cyber Security Analyst, Cyber Defence Analyst, Security Analyst, Security Operations Analyst, Cyber Security Operations Analyst, Security Incident Analyst

SAP S/4HANA SD Lead ConsultantSalary: £95,000 to £110,000 + Benefits Location: Coventry Working Pattern: Hybrid, 3 days per week onsite Job Type: Permanent Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Full TimeA globally recognised technology organisation is looking for an experienced SAP S/4HANA SD Lead Consultant to join its team, delivering a major enterprise-scale SAP transformation within the retail sector. This is a senior SAP position combining hands-on SAP S/4HANA Sales & Distribution expertise with solution architecture and technical leadership. You will help shape the architecture and delivery of complex S/4HANA solutions, working closely with senior business stakeholders, IT Product Managers and engineering teams.The successful candidate must have significant retail industry experience and hold an SAP S/4HANA SD certification. Essential Skills & ExperienceExtensive experience with SAP S/4HANA Sales & Distribution (SD).Proven experience operating as an SAP Solution Architect, Lead Consultant or equivalent senior SAP professional.Experience delivering large-scale SAP S/4HANA transformation programmes.SAP S/4HANA SD certification - mandatory.Significant retail industry experience - mandatory.Deep functional expertise across Sales & Distribution.Strong knowledge of Master Data, Pricing, Billing, Taxes, Account Posting and Sales Documents.Hands-on experience configuring Material Master, Customer Master and Pricing Procedures.Strong understanding of Supply Chain and Logistics Execution processes.Knowledge of Procurement, Inventory Management and Invoice Processing.Experience with output determination and batch management.Strong understanding of the complete SAP delivery lifecycle, including requirements gathering, solution design, development, testing, training and documentation.Experience translating complex business requirements into enterprise SAP solutions.Strong stakeholder management and consulting capabilities.Understanding of software engineering, quality and testing standards.Desirable Skills & ExperienceMultiple SAP S/4HANA implementations within a consultancy or systems integrator environment.Experience leading greenfield S/4HANA transformations.Experience migrating data from SAP ECC or legacy platforms to S/4HANA.Extensive experience across both SAP ECC and S/4HANA SD.Experience delivering major commercial transformation programmes within retail.Understanding of microservices and event-driven architecture.Knowledge of performance engineering, resilience and reliability-focused design. If you are an experienced SAP S/4HANA SD Lead Consultant or Solution Architect with strong retail experience and an SAP S/4HANA SD certification, please apply with your most up-to-date CV and contact details to find out more.

Data Protection Lead - £650 per day - 6 Month ContractRate: £650 per day IR35: Inside Location: Hybrid - London, Bristol or Manchester Contract: 6 months (extendable)The Role:A Central Government organisation is looking for a hands-on Data Protection Lead to support major digital delivery programmes. This is not a strategic DPO role. We need someone who is still close to the detail - someone who enjoys getting into the weeds, writing DPIAs, assessing privacy risks and working directly with developers, software engineers, data architects and product teams. You'll embed Privacy by Design into digital products and help delivery teams navigate GDPR, data sharing and privacy risks in a pragmatic way - using data protection to enable delivery, not block it.What we're looking forProven, hands-on experience producing DPIAs and delivering Privacy by Design within digital/technical projectsExperience working directly with developers, software engineers, data architects and product teamsStrong working knowledge of GDPR and data protection, ideally gained on large-scale transformation or digital programmesComfortable working with ambiguity and finding pragmatic solutions to manage privacy riskConfident engaging with senior stakeholders and communicating clear recommendations and risksStrong interpersonal skills - collaborative, approachable and able to work independentlyGovernment or large-scale digital delivery experience highly desirableData sharing experience and qualifications such as CIPP/E, CIPT or CIPM desirableThe key requirement: you must be a practitioner who is still doing the work - particularly DPIAs and Privacy by Design in a digital delivery environment. Strategic-only data protection/DPO backgrounds are unlikely to be suitable.

Senior User Researcher - Contract - SC Cleared£650 per day | 6 Month Contract | Inside IR35 Location: London / Hybrid Clearance: SC ClearedThe RoleWe're looking for an experienced Senior User Researcher to join a Government Cyber environment, working across complex services and specialist user communities. You'll lead research across discovery and delivery, using a range of qualitative and quantitative methods to understand complex user needs and influence product and service development. You'll need to be confident championing research through to senior stakeholders in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.Essential ExperienceSenior User Researcher experience within Government or the public sector - minimum 2 years at a similar level.Experience researching with specialist users with complex needs.Strong hands-on experience across interviews, moderated research, stakeholder interviews and quantitative analysis.Proven ability to champion user research and communicate findings to senior stakeholders.Experience working across Agile teams and discovery/research phases.DesirablePrevious experience with Government Cyber business needs or Cyber Services product developmentExperience establishing and championing a User Research function.If available and interested please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further

Senior Delivery Manager - Cyber Security - £650pd - SC ClearedContract: 6 Months Rate: Up to £650 per day Location: Remote / Ad-Hoc site visits Clearance: Active SC Clearance IR35: Inside IR35The RoleA leading Central Government organisation is seeking a Senior Delivery Manager to join a cyber security-focused digital and technology programme. You will lead a cross-functional team delivering products and services supporting government cyber threat, vulnerability and incident management.In this role, you will:Lead cross-functional teams delivering cyber security-focused digital products and services.Work closely with developers, architects and technical specialists to maintain delivery pace.Identify and remove blockers, manage priorities and understand team capacity.Work with senior stakeholders on progress, risks and delivery outcomes.Coach teams and embed effective Agile and Lean delivery practices.About YouExperienced Senior Delivery Manager with a background in Government digital, technology or cyber security, ideally with exposure to threat, vulnerability or incident management. You will be confident leading multidisciplinary technical teams, managing senior stakeholders and delivering at pace. If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.

Security Architect / Cyber Security Consultant - 12-Month ContractRate: £700 per dayIR35: InsideLocation: Warwick (3 days per week on-site)The role:A leading organisation is seeking a Security Architect to provide security direction across complex, multi-workstream programmes, ensuring secure-by-design delivery across digital and infrastructure initiatives.The role will focus on defining security architecture, assessing risk in regulated environments, and working closely with delivery teams, suppliers, and security leadership to ensure secure integration of systems and platforms.Essential experience:Security architecture - 3-6 years' experience defining and owning security architecture across complex enterprise or multi-workstream programmes.CDE & BIM security - Hands-on experience securing Common Data Environments and BIM solutions, ideally aligned to ISO 19650.API & integration security - Proven experience conducting API security risk assessments and securing enterprise integrations.Regulated environments - Experience working with data security in regulated sectors, ideally energy or Critical National Infrastructure.Stakeholder communication - Strong communication skills with the ability to engage across technical teams, suppliers, and security leadership in agile environments.If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss further.

Senior OT Security Engineer Salary: up to £85,000 + Bonus + Benefits Location: Royal Leamington Spa - 3/week Working Hours: 40 hours per week - Full time Job Type: PermanentA globally established organisation is seeking an experienced Senior OT Security Engineer to support and enhance cyber security across large-scale industrial and manufacturing environments.This Senior OT Security Engineer role will focus on strengthening OT security posture, improving visibility across operational technology environments, and optimising enterprise OT security tooling with a strong focus on the Armis Centrix platform.Responsibilities for the Senior OT Security Engineer:Manage and optimise the Armis Centrix platform across plant and OT environmentsReview and improve OT security architecture, collector deployment and asset coverageStandardise and enhance Armis configurations aligned to best practicesTune alerts, reduce false positives and improve threat visibilityImprove asset inventory, vulnerability management and reporting accuracyDesign and implement new OT threat detection use casesDevelop reporting across assets, vulnerabilities and OT threatsCollaborate with plant teams, vendors and security stakeholders to align operational and security requirementsSupport incident management, automation and OT security operations processesEssential Skills for the Senior OT Security Engineer:Strong experience within OT / ICS Security environmentsHands-on experience with the Armis Centrix platform or similarStrong understanding of PLC, DCS, MES and SCADA systemsStrong knowledge of OT network infrastructure and architectureExperience with vulnerability management and security operations within OT environmentsUnderstanding of security technologies including: IAM, EDR, Firewalls, PKI, DLP, DAMExperience with SIEM technologies such as: Google Chronicle, Splunk ES & QRadarExperience with log source integration, correlation rules and parser developmentStrong stakeholder engagement and communication skillsDesirable Skills for the Senior OT Security Engineer:Experience within manufacturing, utilities, healthcare or energy sectorsExposure to AWS or cloud operationsExperience supporting global industrial environmentsExperience within Agile delivery environmentsIf you are an experienced OT Security professional looking to work across complex industrial environments with modern OT cyber technologies, this role offers strong technical ownership and exposure to enterprise-scale security operations.

Microsoft Security Engineer (Defender / Purview / Entra ID)Salary: Up to £70,000 + Bonus + BenefitsLocation: Central London - Hybrid (3 days per week onsite)Job Type: PermanentA globally established organisation is seeking a Microsoft Security Engineer to strengthen its security capability across identity, endpoint, data protection and threat detection.This role will focus on leveraging the Microsoft security stack, including Defender XDR, Purview and Entra ID, to protect enterprise systems, manage risk and respond to security threats. You will work closely with internal teams to enhance security posture, implement controls and support ongoing improvements across the environment.Responsibilities for the Microsoft Security Engineer:Implement and manage Microsoft Defender XDR across endpoint, identity, email and cloud environmentsDesign and maintain Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and Information Protection policies using Microsoft PurviewMonitor, investigate and respond to security threats, incidents and vulnerabilitiesConfigure and manage identity and access controls using Microsoft Entra ID, including Conditional Access and MFAImplement and maintain Privileged Identity Management (PIM/PAM) and secure access policiesConduct proactive threat hunting and support incident response activitiesSecure cloud applications and endpoints, ensuring alignment with security best practicesSupport eDiscovery, audit and data governance requirements using Microsoft PurviewWork with internal teams and external partners to improve overall security postureProduce documentation, reporting and insights on security performance and risksEssential Skills for the Microsoft Security Engineer:Strong experience working within cybersecurity roles focused on Microsoft security technologiesHands-on experience with Microsoft Defender XDR, Microsoft Purview and Entra IDExperience implementing DLP, identity security and endpoint protection solutionsStrong understanding of authentication protocols such as SAML, OAuth and OpenID ConnectExperience with PowerShell scripting for automation and administrationUnderstanding of security frameworks and threat models such as MITRE ATT&CKRelevant Microsoft certifications such as SC-200, SC-300 or SC-400Desirable Skills for the Microsoft Security Engineer:CISSP or equivalent security certificationStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilityExperience working within fast-paced, enterprise environmentsStrong stakeholder communication and collaboration skillsIf you are a Microsoft-focused security professional looking to work across Defender, Purview and identity security within a complex enterprise environment, this role offers strong exposure to modern security technologies and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.Microsoft Security Engineer (Defender / Purview / Entra ID)

Cyber Transformation Lead - £630pd - Outside IR35 - SC ClearedDuration: 12-month ContractRate: £630 per dayR35: OutsideLocation: 2 days a week in Warrington (the rest remote)The role:A secure Government institution requires interim expertise to accelerate strategic cyber security transformation in support the Cyber Security & Information Assurance function.The appointed person will support the development and implementation of cyber policies and standards, uplift security culture and awareness, establish cyber profession standards, oversee portfolio alignment to strategy, deliver horizon scanning and leadership briefings, support assurance activities, and contribute to senior level incident readiness, all aligned to strategy and statutory obligations.Scope of Services:The ASW be engaged as an Interim Cyber Transformation Lead to:Act as an internal cyber advisor aligned with strategy and organisational objectives.Lead/coordinate the resolution of complex/high profile cyber issues and facilitate stakeholder engagement.Develop, refresh, and embed cyber policies, standards, and procedures; track adoption/compliance.Provide portfolio oversight and RAG reporting; escalate and drive remediation of misalignments.Conduct horizon scanning and brief leadership on implications and recommendations.Plan and deliver awareness, education, and role-based training initiatives with metrics.Support the establishment of cyber profession standards with HR/L&DAssumptions & DependenciesTimely access to stakeholders, systems, repositories, and tooling (e.g., policy library, LMS, phishing platform, service management/SIEM, PMO data).Availability of policy owners and project managers for reviews and attestations.SL will provide required clearances, facilities, and collaboration tools. If you are available and interested, please respond with a copy of your CV and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.

Cyber Security Analyst Salary: Up to £70,000 + Bonus + Benefits Location: London - 3-5 days per week onsite Working Hours: 40 hours per week - Full timeA globally established organisation is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst to join its Security Operations function, playing a key role in strengthening cyber resilience and protecting critical enterprise systems. This is a hands-on operational security role focused on threat detection, incident response and continuous improvement of security monitoring capabilities.The position of Cyber Security Analyst is suited to an experienced security professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys investigative work and can collaborate effectively across technical and business stakeholders.Responsibilities for the Cyber Security Analyst:Monitor, investigate and respond to security alerts across SIEM platforms and ticketing systems, managing incidents through to resolutionParticipate in an on-call rota to support live security incidentsManage incident queues and approvals within IT service management toolsAct as a subject matter expert for nominated security technologies, ensuring effective configuration and optimisationSupport assurance activities relating to Managed Security Service ProvidersMaintain and enhance SecOps processes and documentation to enable knowledge sharingInvestigate security events, perform vulnerability analysis and support remediation activitiesAnalyse cyber threat intelligence and translate insights into actionable detection improvementsProcess indicators of compromise and indicators of attack to enhance detection rulesConduct proactive threat hunting based on emerging threatsPerform confidential eDiscovery investigations and present findings where requiredCollaborate with IT teams and stakeholders to strengthen overall security postureEssential Skills for the Cyber Security Analyst:Strong experience in security use case development and security tooling operationsPractical experience with SIEM platforms and vulnerability management solutionsSolid understanding of Security Operations processes and incident response frameworksKnowledge of networking fundamentals, IAM, perimeter controls and operating systemsUnderstanding of cloud security controls and container securityExperience with EDR tooling and familiarity with the MITRE ATT&CK frameworkExperience with scripting or basic coding for automationExperience conducting investigations including eDiscoveryIndustry recognised security certifications such as CISSP, GIAC or CEHStrong analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder communication skillsAbility to perform effectively under pressure during security incidentsDesirable Skills for the Cyber Security Analyst:Exposure to retail sector environmentsExperience working with Managed Security Service ProvidersStrong collaboration and influencing capabilityCuriosity around emerging cyber threats and defensive strategiesIf you are an experienced Cyber Security Analyst with strong investigative capability and a passion for proactive security operations, please apply in the immediate instance.Cyber Security Analyst, Cyber Defence Analyst, Security Analyst, Security Operations Analyst, Cyber Security Operations Analyst, Security Incident Analyst