Information Systems Security Specialist vacancy in Berkshire (060DM)

Information Systems Security Specialist vacancy in Berkshire (060DM)

Are you a former military professional with a background in information security, risk management, and assurance? Your experience in secure environments, risk analysis, and stakeholder engagement makes you the perfect fit for this Information Systems Security Specialist role.
This is an opportunity to continue making an impact by protecting critical systems and ensuring robust security measures in a complex environment.

12-month contract, with a chance of extension.

Key Responsibilities

1. Conduct risk analysis for information systems, providing strategic recommendations to decision-makers.
2. Advise senior leadership and project teams on information security best practices.
3. Develop and implement security architectures to safeguard critical data and infrastructure.
4. Assess and manage information risks across projects, supply chains, and stakeholders.
5. Stay ahead of evolving security threats, leveraging industry standards and best practices.
6. Oversee vulnerability assessments and ensure security compliance across IT systems.
7. Provide technical risk assessments and contribute to the professional development of information security standards.

What We're Looking For

1. Security Assurance Expertise - Strong background in risk management, security controls, and information assurance.
2. Accreditation & Compliance Knowledge - Working experience with industry standards such as ISO 27001, CISSP, CISM, or equivalent.
3. Technical Risk Management - Ability to analyze, assess, and mitigate information risks across complex systems.
4. Stakeholder Engagement - Ability to work with multiple teams, including senior leadership and technical specialists.

Who This Role Suits
This role is particularly suited to ex-military professionals with experience in secure ICT environments, cyber risk, or intelligence. Whether you have worked in communications security, information assurance, cyber defense, or secure operations, your skills are invaluable in this role.

How to Apply:
If you want to have a conversation, apply here, and for further questions, please email