Cyber Security Specialist

Our client, a leading organisation within the defence and advanced technology sector, is seeking a Product Cyber Security Specialist to support the delivery of secure, mission-critical systems. This role offers the opportunity to work across complex engineering programmes, contributing to the protection and resilience of advanced defence platforms.

Do not pass up this chance, apply quickly if your experience and skills match what is in the following description.

The Role
As a Product Cyber Security Specialist, you will provide cyber security expertise across the full systems engineering lifecycle. Working closely with engineering and delivery teams, you will support the identification, assessment and management of cyber risks, ensuring security is embedded throughout product development.

You will also contribute to the ongoing development of product cyber security capabilities, including the use of automation and emerging technologies to enhance assurance processes.

Key Responsibilities

Support and enhance automation of cyber security risk and vulnerability assessment activities, including the use of advanced technologies
Provide cyber security expertise across the product systems engineering lifecycle
Maintain and manage cyber security risk artefacts, ensuring accuracy and consistency
Provide timely technical guidance to engineering and delivery teams
Plan cyber security activities and contribute to project estimates and planning
Support delivery of proportionate and effective cyber security approaches across programmes
Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of cyber security capabilityEssential Requirements

Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Cyber Security, or equivalent experience
Strong background in cyber security and/or engineering environments
Interest in cyber security within industrial control systems or operational technology
Experience working with engineering or cyber design data
Awareness of industrial control systems environments
Knowledge of cyber security frameworks such as NIST CSF
Experience in threat modelling using frameworks xwzovoh such as MITRE ATT&CK, DEF3ND or EMB3D
Experience in cyber security risk management
Familiarity with vulnerability, patch and update management processesDesirable Skills

Understanding of Secure by Design principles aligned to UK MOD standards (e.g. DEFSTAN 05-139, DEFSTAN 05-138)
Familiarity with ISA/IEC 62443
Experience or certifications relating to operational technology or industrial control systemsThis is an opportunity to join a well-established organisation delivering advanced solutions within the defence sector. The role offers strong potential for professional development and involvement in high-impact, technically challenging programmes