Senior IT Security Officer

We're working with one of the UK's major infrastructure programmes as they look to grow their internal cybersecurity capability. They're hiring a Senior IT Security Officer to join their Security, Compliance, and Identity function in Birmingham.

This is a critical hands-on position focused on improving the organisation's security posture through proactive monitoring, incident response, vulnerability management, and supplier collaboration. The role will be part of a wider security team and reports to the Lead IT Security Manager.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead day-to-day Security Operations activities including incident response and threat detection.
Plan and support vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
Support live cyber incident investigations and remediation actions.
Provide risk mitigation recommendations and technical input on audit actions.
Help manage a third-party Security Operations Centre and escalate complex incidents.
Create and maintain playbooks for incident response and drive security capability improvements.

Experience Required:
Experience working across a wide IT security landscape, including networks, infrastructure, and software.
Hands-on experience in SOC environments and live incident remediation.
Knowledge of IT security frameworks, access controls, and network security.
Familiarity with ITIL v4, Agile, and technical security tools (e.g., firewalls, SIEM).
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement across internal and external teams.

Location: Birmingham - Hybrid
Salary: 35k - 43k

Rates depend on experience and client requirements

Job Information Job Reference: JO-12 Salary: £35000 - £43000 per annum Salary per: annum Job Duration: Job Start Date: 01/07/2025 Job Industries: Cyber Security Jobs Job Locations: West Midlands Job Types: Permanent Apply for this Job Name

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