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Cyber Security Officer

Salary: Up to £32000 per annum
Location: Watford

 

We're looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Cyber Security Officer to join our IT team.

You'll support the Head of IT Governance in developing and delivering a Cyber Security Strategy and Information Security Management Plan, ensuring robust systems and processes are in place to protect the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support implementation of the cyber security strategy and management plan.

  • Monitor global threats and assess potential organisational impact.

  • Coordinate penetration testing and manage remediation actions.

  • Assist with maintaining Cyber Essentials certification and internal audits.

  • Work with IT colleagues to plan and implement security improvements.

About You

  • Strong skills in communication, report writing, planning, and problem solving.

  • Genuine interest in cyber security and willingness to continue learning.

  • Studying toward or interested in a Cyber Security qualification.

  • Collaborative, detail-oriented, and proactive in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

  • Supportive team with training and development opportunities.

  • Benefits may include a pension scheme, staff discounts, cycle-to-work scheme, free parking, and early Friday finishes.

Main Purpose

Support the delivery of IT cyber security and compliance across all infrastructure and application services, ensuring adherence to legal, regulatory, and best-practice standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, implement, and maintain IT security policies, standards, and procedures.

  • Lead the maintenance of Cyber Essentials accreditation and ensure ongoing compliance.

  • Support the development and implementation of an Information Security Management System (ISMS) aligned with ISO 27001 standards.

  • Monitor emerging threats, legislation, and industry changes, translating them into actionable requirements.

  • Coordinate penetration testing and vulnerability assessments, ensuring remediation plans are completed effectively.

  • Identify and plan critical patching and security updates with technical teams.

  • Ensure security is embedded in all change requests, upgrades, and projects.

  • Provide support for security incidents when required (time off in lieu applies).

  • Prepare and deliver regular security and compliance reports, highlighting risks and recommending mitigation's in clear, non-technical language.

  • Run cyber awareness campaigns and ensure staff training remains current and relevant.

General Responsibilities

  • Participate in organisational activities and training to maintain skills and knowledge.

  • Take reasonable care for personal health and safety and that of others.

  • Promote equality, diversity, and safeguarding in all aspects of work.

  • Undertake additional duties or projects as required by management.

Connect2Employment is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Employment is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.